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Ford Focus Hatchback (USA) 2.0 i 16V ZX3 (131 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)
Hatchback (USA) Overview:
Ford Focus (Hatchback (USA)). With 183 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.4 l/100km). Weighing only 1200 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 9 s). The top speed reaches 180 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.0 i 16V ZX3 (131 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Shares the capable 131 Hp engine with the ZX5, offering slightly quicker acceleration, making it a lively and agile daily driver.
Fuel Economy
Similar fuel economy to the ZX5, providing a good balance of power and efficiency, ideal for varied driving conditions.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Engaging driving dynamics and handling
- • Practical and spacious interior for its class
- • Good value for money on the used market
- • Range of capable engine options, including a performance SVT model
- • Solid Euro NCAP safety rating for its time
Cons:
- • Some interior plastics feel cheap
- • Potential for rust issues, especially in older models
- • Fuel economy is average compared to modern compacts
- • Rear drum brakes on some trims
- • Hydraulic steering can feel heavy to some
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I Sedan: 1998 - 2005).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Focus |
| Generation: | Hatchback (USA) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 i 16V ZX3 (131 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1999 |
| End of production: | 2004 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 131 Hp @ 5300 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 65.9 Hp/l [92mm less] |
| 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: | 7.1 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 180 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.2 kg/Hp, 109.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.6 kg/Nm, 152.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 8.6 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1200 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 527 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4270 mm mm [92mm less] |
| Width: | 1699 mm mm [1mm more] |
| Height: | 1430 mm mm [Same height.] |
| 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 | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 205/50 R16 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Transverse stabilizer |
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