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Ford Focus III Wagon 1.6 Ti-VCT (125 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 Wagon Overview:
Ford Focus (III Wagon). With 159 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.1 l/100km). With a weight of 1312 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.1 s). The top speed reaches 196 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.
1.6 Ti-VCT (125 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A step up from the 105 Hp version, offering slightly better acceleration and more confidence on highways, but still not particularly quick.
Fuel Economy
Average fuel economy for a naturally aspirated petrol. It's a reliable choice but not the most efficient in the lineup.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Engaging driving dynamics and handling
- • Excellent practicality and cargo space for a compact wagon
- • Wide range of efficient and powerful engines
- • High Euro NCAP safety rating
- • Comfortable ride quality
Cons:
- • Some interior plastics feel less premium than rivals
- • Early infotainment systems can be dated
- • Certain automatic transmissions (Powershift) had reliability concerns
- • Rear legroom can be tight for taller passengers
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II Hatchback: 2009 - 2010).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Focus |
| Generation: | III Wagon |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 Ti-VCT (125 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2010 |
| End of production: | 2014 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 125 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 78.3 Hp/l [154mm more] |
| Torque: | 159 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | PNDA More details about the engine PNDA |
| Engine displacement: | 1596 |
| 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 |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.1 l |
| Coolant: | 5.8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 79 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 81.4 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.1 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.1 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 196 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.5 kg/Hp, 95.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.3 kg/Nm, 121.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1312 |
| Max. weight: | 1825 |
| Max load: | 513 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1516 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 490 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4556 mm mm [154mm more] |
| Width: | 1823 mm mm [19mm less] |
| Height: | 1505 mm mm [8mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2648 mm mm [8mm more] |
| Front track: | 1544/1559 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1534/1549 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11 m [above average] |
| 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 |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 205/55 R16; 205/55 R16; 215/55 R16; 215/50 R17; 235/40 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.5J x 16; 7.0J x 16; 7.0J x 17; 8.0J x 18 |
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