Ford Focus
- Reliability (shortcut)
- Repair Histories (shortcut)
- Extended Warranty
- Real-World Gas Mileage (shortcut)
- "Why (Not) This Car?" Reviews (shortcut)
- Tire Reviews
- Forums
- Specifications
- Features
Ford Focus Reliability
Want to more clearly know what the difference in reliability will be if you buy a Ford Focus rather than another vehicle? Concerned about your chances of getting a lemon?
TrueDelta provides this information in the form of "times in the shop" stats that make the actual repair rates clear and, in the future, "lemon-odds."
The latest Car Reliability Survey (CRS) results include Ford Focus reliability information based on owner experiences through June 30, 2009:
Repair Info by VIN
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To get started, click here.
| Successful Repair Trips per Year (per 100 vehicles) | |||||
| Year | Make | Model |
Trips / Year | TS | Cars Mon/Car Av Odo |
| 2008 | Ford | Focus* | 21 9.1 12400 | ||
| 2007 | Ford | Focus |  | 27 7.6 27500 | |
| 2006 | Ford | Focus* | 19 7.1 39600 | ||
| 2005 | Ford | Focus |  | 30 6.7 44300 | |
| 2003 | Ford | Focus | | 26 5.6 68500 | |
| 2002 | Ford | Focus* | 19 5.5 74400 | ||
| 2001 | Ford | Focus* | 12 7.0 124400 | ||
| 2000 | Ford | Focus* | 13 9.2 86600 | ||
To see how the Ford Focus's reliability compares to that of competing car models, and for a table key, click here. New results quarterly.
To provide comprehensive results, TrueDelta needs reliability data on all cars--not just the Ford Focus--from people like you. To encourage participation, those who help provide the data receive free access to the site's car reliability information. Find out the details.
Ford Focus Repair Histories
To supplement our Vehicle Reliability Survey, TrueDelta collects Ford Focus repair histories, a list of all the repairs that have been performed on a vehicle. With these, no minimum sample is required and owners can report repairs that occurred before joining.
Individual responses to both the Vehicle Reliability Survey and the Vehicle Repair History Survey are posted here:
Think you might have a lemon, and want to see if other owners are having similar problems? Then this is the place to check.Ford Focus Extended Warranty
Concerned about the Ford Focus's reliability? Considering an extended warranty? Warranty Direct is a 26-year-old company with nearly 2 million contracts sold and over $500 million in paid claims.
Like insurance, extended warranties are best bought to limit downside risk, and from a company that is almost certain to remain in business. While for most people extended warranties will not pay off, for some they will pay for themselves many times over.
If you are unsure about the Ford Focus's reliability, or simply want the peace of mind afforded by an extended warranty, you can click here to purchase one from Warranty Direct.
Ford Focus Gas Mileage
Everyone knows that government estimates often aren't indicative of the Ford Focus's gas mileage in the real-world.
In response, TrueDelta began collecting gas mileage data from owners of the Ford Focus, with the intent of providing real-world gas mileage estimates customized to how and where you drive.
Ford Focus Real-World Gas Mileage
"Why (Not) the Ford Focus?" Reviews
For car buyers' reasons for buying a Focus--or not--click here.
Want another perspective? Since 1999, Michael Karesh, the developer of TrueDelta, has contributed reviews to Epinions,
where he is one of two people who oversee the autos section.
Michael's most recent Ford Focus review.
Note: The older the review, the more likely it has become outdated owing to more recently introduced competitors.
Ford Focus Tire Reviews
The Tire Rack offers the Internet's most extensive collection of Ford Focus tire reviews, tire survey results, and tire tests. To see which tires are available for the Ford Focus--or for your car--and go from there to Tire Rack's comprehensive information, use the tool in the sidebar.
The Tire Rack can be especially useful as a source of winter tires, which I have strongly recommended ever since buying a set for my car. If you're unhappy with your car's handling and braking on snow and ice, you probably just need proper winter tires, not a new car.
Ford Focus Forums (TrueDelta partners)
TrueDelta does not currently have a partner forum for this model.
If you know a forum administrator who might be interested, please suggest that they contact us.
2005 Ford Focus Specifications
| Body | 4-door Sedan | 2-door Hatch | 4-door Hatch | 4-door Wagon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase | 102.9 | 102.9 | 102.9 | 102.9 |
| Length | 175.2 | 168.5 | 168.5 | 178.4 |
| Width | 66.7 | 66.7 | 66.7 | 66.7 |
| Height | 56.9 | 56.9 | 56.9 | 59.5 |
| Curb Weight | 2636 | 2605 | 2610 | 2783 |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.0 | 14.0 | 14.0 | 14.0 |
| R1 Headroom | 39.1 | 39.1 | 39.1 | 39.1 |
| R1 Shoulder Room | 53.5 | 53.5 | 53.5 | 53.5 |
| R1 Hip Room | 49.4 | 49.3 | 49.4 | 49.4 |
| R1 Legroom | 40.7 | 40.7 | 40.7 | 40.7 |
| R2 Headroom | 38.4 | 38.5 | 38.5 | 39.8 |
| R2 Shoulder Room | 53.6 | 53.6 | 53.6 | 53.6 |
| R2 Hip Room | 50.9 | 47.8 | 50.9 | 50.9 |
| R2 Legroom | 37.6 | 37.6 | 37.6 | 37.6 |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.8 | 17.6 | 17.6 | 35.2 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.8 | 39.7 | 39.7 | 73.1 |
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2005 Ford Focus 4-door Sedan
Drivetrain, Tire, and Audio System Availability
| Trim | ZX4 S | ZX4 SE | ZX4 SES | ZX4 ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v HP: 136@6000 TQ: 133@4500 | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v HP: 136@6000 TQ: 133@4500 | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v HP: 136@6000 TQ: 133@4500 | 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v HP: 151@5750 TQ: 154@4250 |
| Standard Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
| Optional Transmission(s) | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
| Standard Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Standard Tires | 195/60R15 tires | 195/60R15 tires | 205/50HR16 tires | 205/50HR16 tires |
| Standard Audio | Unbranded audio system, 4 speakers | Unbranded audio system, 4 speakers | Unbranded audio system, 4 speakers | Unbranded audio system, 4 speakers |
| Optional Audio | Sony audio system, 460W, 5 speakers (including a subwoofer) | Sony audio system, 460W, 5 speakers (including a subwoofer) | Sony audio system, 460W, 5 speakers (including a subwoofer) | |
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2005 Ford Focus 2-door Hatch
Drivetrain, Tire, and Audio System Availability
| Trim | ZX3 S | ZX3 SE | ZX3 SES |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v HP: 136@6000 TQ: 133@4500 | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v HP: 136@6000 TQ: 133@4500 | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v HP: 136@6000 TQ: 133@4500 |
| Standard Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
| Optional Transmission(s) | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
| Standard Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Standard Tires | 195/60R15 tires | 195/60R15 tires | 205/50HR16 tires |
| Standard Audio | Unbranded audio system, 4 speakers | Unbranded audio system, 4 speakers | Unbranded audio system, 4 speakers |
| Optional Audio | Sony audio system, 460W, 5 speakers (including a subwoofer) | Sony audio system, 460W, 5 speakers (including a subwoofer) | |
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2005 Ford Focus 4-door Hatch
Drivetrain, Tire, and Audio System Availability
| Trim | ZX5 S | ZX5 SE |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v HP: 136@6000 TQ: 133@4500 | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v HP: 136@6000 TQ: 133@4500 |
| Standard Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
| Optional Transmission(s) | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Standard Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| Standard Tires | 195/60R15 tires | 195/60R15 tires |
| Standard Audio | Unbranded audio system, 4 speakers | Unbranded audio system, 4 speakers |
| Optional Audio | Sony audio system, 460W, 5 speakers (including a subwoofer) | |
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2005 Ford Focus 4-door Wagon
Drivetrain, Tire, and Audio System Availability
| Trim | ZXW SE | ZXW SES |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v HP: 136@6000 TQ: 133@4500 | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v HP: 136@6000 TQ: 133@4500 |
| Standard Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
| Optional Transmission(s) | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Standard Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| Standard Tires | 195/60R15 tires | 195/60R15 tires |
| Standard Audio | Unbranded audio system, 4 speakers | Unbranded audio system, 4 speakers |
| Optional Audio | Sony audio system, 460W, 5 speakers (including a subwoofer) | Sony audio system, 460W, 5 speakers (including a subwoofer) |
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