Ford Focus 2013–2018 car dimensions: 4556 mm long, 1823 mm wide and 1505 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,313 kg. Braked towing is 1,500 kg.
Cabin features dual-zone climate on Titanium and above with manual air-con lower down. Cruise control appears from mid trims. An 8-inch touchscreen with SYNC arrives on Zetec and higher. SYNC 3 from mid-cycle adds smartphone integration on equipped cars. Parking sensors are rear standard or optional mid-range, front on packs. Active City Stop AEB is optional early then standard on Titanium. Blind-spot and lane-keep aids sit in higher packs or trims. Reversing camera is Titanium X or option. The layout is driver-focused with supportive seats and decent storage for daily family use.
Boot holds 476 litres seats-up and expands to 1502 litres seats-down. Load area is wide and flat with low lip and wide opening for easy access. Parcel shelf stores under the floor on many examples.
Braked towing reaches 1500 kg on stronger petrol and most diesel engines, lower on base 1.6 petrol. Unbraked sits near 650-735 kg. Payload typically 500-600 kg depending on engine and kerb weight.
Suitable for light trailers or caravans on higher-output diesels. No dedicated heavy-duty cooling or reinforced suspension listed beyond ST sport setup. Roof load 75 kg.
The cabin offers a solid driving position with good seat and wheel adjustment. Higher grades bring dual-zone climate control, heated front seats and a power driver’s seat. Thicker side glass helps keep the interior quiet. Supportive seats suit long trips, though rear space is tighter than some rivals. The estate adds useful load flexibility without changing the front cabin feel.
Service interval every 12,500 miles or 12 months
Euro NCAP five-star rating from 2012 test
Six airbags and ESP standard
Active City Stop standard on Titanium and above
Official combined fuel economy ranges 44.8–83.1 mpg depending on engine
Engines cover efficient 1.0 EcoBoost petrols and frugal 1.5 and 2.0 TDCi diesels. Official figures stretch from the mid-40s mpg on thirstier petrols up to over 80 mpg on the most economical diesels. Real-world numbers sit lower but remain competitive for the class.
Servicing follows a straightforward 12,500-mile or annual schedule. Ford dealers are widespread across Europe, and fixed-price service plans are available to spread costs. Parts supply remains good for this generation.
Safety starts with a five-star Euro NCAP result. Six airbags, electronic stability control and hill-start assist come as standard. Active City Stop autonomous emergency braking is fitted on Titanium grades and optional lower down. Extra driver aids such as lane-keeping and traffic-sign recognition appear on higher trims or packs.
Warranty is three years or 60,000 miles. The car is straightforward to keep on the road with common engines and widely available parts. Higher-spec examples with full service history hold up best.
Length 4556 mm, Width 1823 mm, Height 1505 mm, Wheelbase 2648 mm (Focus 2013–2018)
Sources: manufacturer data, Ford of Europe Ford Focus Technical Specifications and Ford Focus 1.0-litre EcoBoost Specifications, 1516 L seats-folded with a repair kit, ISO 3832), Airbags and the 278×23 mm front-disc note are from Ford Germany Focus Technische Daten, 3 September 2014.