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Ford Focus IV Active Hatchback 1.5 EcoBoost (150 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)
IV Active Hatchback Overview:
Ford Focus (IV Active Hatchback). With 240 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~6.95 l/100km). Weighing only 1294 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.3 s). The top speed reaches 203 km/h. A vehicle that combines characteristics of SUVs and hatchbacks for versatility. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.5 EcoBoost (150 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A well-balanced engine offering lively performance and a more connected feel with the manual gearbox.
Fuel Economy
Very good fuel economy for a petrol engine, especially when driven efficiently.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Engaging driving dynamics typical of the Focus range.
- • Wide range of efficient and capable EcoBoost and EcoBlue engines.
- • Increased ground clearance and rugged styling for versatility.
- • Spacious interior and practical boot capacity.
- • High Euro NCAP safety rating.
Cons:
- • Some automatic transmissions can dull the smaller engine's performance.
- • Interior materials, while robust, can feel less premium than some rivals.
- • Rear legroom can be tight for taller passengers on longer journeys.
- • Fuel economy figures can vary significantly based on driving style.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IV Sedan: 2018 - 2021).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Focus |
| Generation: | IV Active Hatchback |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 EcoBoost (150 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2019 |
| End of production: | 2021 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Crossover |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 150 Hp Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 100.2 Hp/l [142mm less] |
| Torque: | 240 Nm |
| Engine Model/Code: | YZDA More details about the engine YZDA |
| Engine displacement: | 1497 |
| Number of cylinders: | 3 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.05 l |
| Coolant: | 5.55 l |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 6.9-7.0 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.5-4.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.3-5.5 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6d-Temp |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.3 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.3 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 203 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.6 kg/Hp, 115.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.4 kg/Nm, 185.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 8.8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1294 |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1500 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 52 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 680 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4397 mm mm [142mm less] |
| Width: | 1844 mm mm [38mm less] |
| Height: | 1483 mm mm [15mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2700 mm mm [51mm more] |
| Width including mirrors: | 1979 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.7 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 | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Tires size | 215/55 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 7J x 17 |
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