Ford Focus III Sedan 1.6 Ti-VCT (125 Hp) Powershift


Overall Rating

8.1 / 10
Safety 5.0 / 5
Engine 4.0 / 5
Value 4.0 / 5
Performance 3.8 / 5
Comfort 3.5 / 5
People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
Not Rated

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 has moderate fuel consumption (~8.7 l/100km). Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.8 s). The top speed reaches 195 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:

Rating 4 stars

Performance Verdict

Sufficient power for daily use, but acceleration is average and not particularly sporty.

Fuel Economy

Good fuel economy for a petrol automatic, offering a reasonable balance.

Best Use Case: City driving and suburban commutes, providing a comfortable and efficient automatic option.

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 Ti-VCT (125 Hp) Powershift
Start of production:2010
End of production:2014
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Sedan
Seats:5
Doors:4
Engine:
Power:125 Hp Same horsepower
Engine Model/Code:PNDA More details about the engine PNDA
Engine configuration:Inline
Fuel injection system:Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Engine oil capacity:4.1 l
Coolant:5.8 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
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
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:11.8 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:11.8 sec
Maximum speed:195 km/h
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:11.2 sec
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears6
Transmission typeAutomatic
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion

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