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Ford Focus III Sedan 1.6 TDCi (95 Hp)
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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 Overview:
Ford Focus (III Sedan). It boasts low fuel consumption (~5.7 l/100km). Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.6 s). The top speed reaches 182 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 TDCi (95 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Adequate for city driving but can feel underpowered on highways, with slower acceleration.
Fuel Economy
Outstanding fuel efficiency, making it a very economical choice for budget-conscious drivers.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Engaging and agile handling characteristics
- • Excellent fuel economy, especially with diesel engines
- • Comfortable interior with good ergonomics
- • Strong Euro NCAP safety rating
- • Modern technology features for its era
Cons:
- • Powershift automatic transmission can have reliability concerns for some owners
- • Rear legroom can be somewhat tight in the sedan variant
- • Some interior plastics feel less premium than competitors
- • Petrol engines are generally less fuel-efficient than their diesel counterparts
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II Hatchback: 2009 - 2010).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Focus |
| Generation: | III Sedan |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 TDCi (95 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2010 |
| End of production: | 2014 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 95 Hp Same horsepower |
| Engine Model/Code: | TZJA, T3DA, T3DB More details about the engine TZJA, T3DA, T3DB |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.8 l |
| Coolant: | 7.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 5.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 3.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 4.5 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.6 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 182 km/h |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12 sec |
| 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 | Manual |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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