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Ford Focus Cabriolet II 1.6 Duratec 16V (100 Hp)
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)
Cabriolet II Overview:
Ford Focus (Cabriolet II). Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A convertible car with a retractable roof, offering open-air driving experiences. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.6 Duratec 16V (100 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers modest performance, suitable for relaxed cruising but struggles with spirited driving or heavy loads. Acceleration is leisurely.
Fuel Economy
Decent fuel economy for its era, especially in lighter driving conditions, but not outstanding for a small engine.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Retractable hardtop offers security and refinement
- • Based on the reliable Focus Mk2 platform
- • Comfortable ride quality
- • Relatively affordable convertible option
- • Practical 4-seater layout
Cons:
- • Limited boot space with the roof down
- • Noticeable scuttle shake on rough roads
- • Entry-level engine can feel underpowered
- • Rear visibility can be compromised with the roof up
- • Older automatic transmission can be unrefined
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II Sedan: 2005 - 2010).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Focus |
| Generation: | Cabriolet II |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 Duratec 16V (100 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2006 |
| End of production: | 2010 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Cabriolet |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 100 Hp Same horsepower |
| Engine Model/Code: | HWDA, HWDB, SHDA, SHDB, SHDC More details about the engine HWDA, HWDB, SHDA, SHDB, SHDC |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.1 l |
| Coolant: | 5.5 l |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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