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Ford Focus Turnier (USA) 2.0i 16V SE (131 Hp) Automatic
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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)
Turnier (USA) Overview:
Ford Focus (Turnier (USA)). With 183 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.4 l/100km). Weighing only 1275 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 180 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.0i 16V SE (131 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Provides adequate power for daily commuting and city driving, though the automatic transmission can feel less engaging than the manual.
Fuel Economy
Moderate fuel economy, slightly impacted by the automatic gearbox compared to the manual version, but still reasonable for its class.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent handling and ride comfort for its class
- • Spacious and practical interior for a compact wagon
- • Good range of efficient and capable engines
- • Affordable to buy and maintain
- • Engaging driving experience
Cons:
- • Interior plastics can feel dated and scratch-prone
- • Some models prone to rust issues (especially rear wheel arches)
- • Rear drum brakes on some trims (less effective than discs)
- • Limited advanced safety features by modern standards
- • Automatic transmission can be less refined
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I Sedan: 1998 - 2005).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Focus |
| Generation: | Turnier (USA) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0i 16V SE (131 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1999 |
| End of production: | 2004 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 131 Hp @ 5300 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 65.9 Hp/l [164mm more] |
| Torque: | 183 Nm @ 4500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Zetec / C20HDEZ More details about the engine Zetec / C20HDEZ |
| Engine displacement: | 1988 |
| 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 |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.25 l |
| Coolant: | 5.75 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 84.8 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 88 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.6:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.6 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 180 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.7 kg/Hp, 102.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7 kg/Nm, 143.5 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1275 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1580 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 1062 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4526 mm mm [164mm more] |
| Width: | 1699 mm mm [1mm more] |
| Height: | 1448 mm mm [18mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2616 mm mm [1mm more] |
| Front track: | 1491 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1486 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 195/60 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Transverse stabilizer |
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