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Ford Focus IV Wagon 1.0 EcoBoost (125 Hp) Automatic
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 Wagon Overview:
Ford Focus (IV Wagon). With 170 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~7.4 l/100km). With a weight of 1356 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.4 s). The top speed reaches 193 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.
1.0 EcoBoost (125 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Sufficient for daily driving, with the automatic transmission adding convenience, though slightly less engaging than the manual.
Fuel Economy
Acceptable fuel economy for a small petrol automatic, but less efficient than its mild-hybrid counterpart.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and practical wagon body with ample boot space
- • Engaging and dynamic handling, making it fun to drive
- • Wide range of efficient and powerful engine options, including mild-hybrids and performance ST models
- • Excellent Euro NCAP safety rating (5 stars)
- • Comfortable ride quality for long journeys
Cons:
- • Some interior plastics can feel less premium than rivals
- • Infotainment system (early models) could be more intuitive
- • Rear visibility can be slightly limited due to the wagon design
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IV Wagon: June, 2019 - 2021).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Focus |
| Generation: | IV Wagon |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.0 EcoBoost (125 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | September, 2018 |
| End of production: | 2021 |
| 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: | 125.1 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Torque: | 170 Nm @ 1400-4500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | B7DA More details about the engine B7DA |
| Engine displacement: | 999 |
| Number of cylinders: | 3 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.5 l |
| Coolant: | 5.8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 71.9 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 82 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 7.3-7.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.9-5.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.8-6.0 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6 d |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.4 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.4 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 193 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.8 kg/Hp, 92.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8 kg/Nm, 125.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1356 |
| Max. weight: | 1970 |
| Max. roof load: | 75 kg |
| Max load: | 614 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1653 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 608 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1300 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 52 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 715 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 90 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4667-4672 mm mm [1mm less] |
| Width: | 1825 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1459-1469 mm mm [33mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2700 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width with mirrors folded: | 1848 mm |
| Width including mirrors: | 1979 mm |
| Front track: | 1572 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1566 mm |
| Front overhang: | 909 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 1059 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 115-134 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.0 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 | 8 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 195/65 R16; 205/60 R16; 215/50 R17; 235/40 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.5J x 16; 7J x 17; 8J x 18 |
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