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Ford Focus III Sedan (facelift 2014) 1.6 Ti-VCT (125 Hp) PowerShift
Overall Rating
Ford Focus:
The Ford Focus is a compact car manufactured by the Ford Motor Company from 1998 until 2025. It was created under Alexander Trotman's Ford 2000 plan, which aimed to globalize model development and sell one compact vehicle worldwide. The original Focus was primarily designed by Ford of Europe's German and British teams. Production of the fourth generation Focus began in 2018 in Germany and China. In 2025, Ford announced that the Focus will no longer be built, in line with an announcement made in 2022....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III Sedan (facelift 2014) Overview:
Ford Focus (III Sedan (facelift 2014)). With 159 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.7 l/100km). With a weight of 1318 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.8 s). The top speed reaches 193 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.6 Ti-VCT (125 Hp) PowerShift Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers slightly better performance than the 105hp variant, but the PowerShift can sometimes dull responsiveness.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption is acceptable for an automatic petrol, but not as competitive as the EcoBoost or diesel options.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Engaging driving dynamics and responsive steering
- • Wide range of efficient and powerful engine options
- • Practical and spacious sedan body style
- • High Euro NCAP safety rating
- • Good value for money in its segment
Cons:
- • Interior design can feel dated compared to rivals
- • PowerShift automatic transmission has had reliability concerns
- • Base engines (e.g., 85hp Ti-VCT) are underpowered for the vehicle's size
- • Rear legroom is adequate but not class-leading
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III Hatchback: 2012 - 2014).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Focus |
| Generation: | III Sedan (facelift 2014) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 Ti-VCT (125 Hp) PowerShift |
| Start of production: | 2014 |
| End of production: | 2018 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 125 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 78.3 Hp/l [172mm more] |
| Torque: | 159 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | PNDD More details about the engine PNDD |
| Engine displacement: | 1596 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.1 l |
| Coolant: | 5.7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 79 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 81.4 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.3 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 193 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.5 kg/Hp, 94.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.3 kg/Nm, 120.6 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1318 |
| Max. weight: | 1825 |
| Max load: | 507 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 372 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4534 mm mm [172mm more] |
| Width: | 1823 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1484 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2648 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1544 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1559 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | PowerShift |
| Front brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 205/55 R16; 215/50 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.5J x 16; 7.0J x 17 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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