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Ford Focus and Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Lemon Odds and Nada Odds for the Year Ending June 30, 2018

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Year Make/Model Nada Odds per 100 Cars Lemon Odds per 100 Cars    
28 vehicles, 11.7 months per vehicle, 21200 miles driven2016 Ford Focus Join or sign in to view   see reported repairs
  28 vehicles, 11.7 months per vehicle, 21200 miles driven
41 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 34100 miles driven

Redesigned for this model year.2015		 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
[?] see reported repairs
  41 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 34100 miles driven

Redesigned for this model year.
39 vehicles, 11.4 months per vehicle, 54700 miles driven

Includes ST this year. Common problem with clutch packs on dual-clutch automatic transmission (ST, with a manual transmission, not affected).2014		 Ford Focus
[?] see reported repairs
  39 vehicles, 11.4 months per vehicle, 54700 miles driven

Includes ST this year. Common problem with clutch packs on dual-clutch automatic transmission (ST, with a manual transmission, not affected).
33 vehicles, 11.8 months per vehicle, 64400 miles driven

Common problem with clutch packs on dual-clutch automatic transmission (ST, with a manual transmission, not affected).2013		 Ford Focus Join or sign in to view   see reported repairs
  33 vehicles, 11.8 months per vehicle, 64400 miles driven

Common problem with clutch packs on dual-clutch automatic transmission (ST, with a manual transmission, not affected).
45 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 73500 miles driven

Redesigned. Common problem with clutch packs on dual-clutch automatic transmission.2012		 Ford Focus
[?] see reported repairs
  45 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 73500 miles driven

Redesigned. Common problem with clutch packs on dual-clutch automatic transmission.

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Ford Focus vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Lemon Odds and Nada Odds

Other sources of Ford Focus and Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 reliability data provide only averages, which can conceal as much as they reveal. So we also report the percentage of Ford Focuss and Audi A3 / S3 / RS3s with no repairs at all in the past year and the percentage of Ford Focuss and Audi A3 / S3 / RS3s that are lemons (required three or more repair trips in the past year). These figures might surprise you.

These stats are promptly updated four times a year, to closely track Ford Focus and Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 lemon odds as the cars age. Others can be over a year behind. Only TrueDelta tells you how reliable the Ford Focus and Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 have been recently.

To see how frequently Ford Focus and Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 problems occur, check out our car reliability stats.

What Our Members Are Saying about the Brand Reputation of the Ford Focus

Ford Focus Brand Reputation: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan 151-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 I've always liked Fords better than most other brands, and this was actually the first Ford I've owned. see full Ford Focus review
2004 4dr Sedan 145-horsepower 2.3L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 At first, there was nothing desirable about the Focus. I had to search and search for its potential and finally started liking it. Then it broke down... twice. see full Ford Focus review
2002 2dr Hatch 130-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 young, trendly, cool see full Ford Focus review
Ford Focus Brand Reputation: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 2dr Coupe 143-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 Early Focus models has some problems. The Focus seems to be marketed almost exclusily towards the younger crowd. see full Ford Focus review
2009 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 Ford is not exactly thought of as a premium brand. see full Ford Focus review
2005 4dr Hatch 136-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 This is a very good car. However, people look down on Ford. It will take Ford years to regain the image of decent, reliable transport - which is what the Focus excels at. see full Ford Focus review
2002 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD		 If you are going to buy a ford sports car why would you buy a focus when you can have a mustang. see full Ford Focus review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Brand Reputation of the Audi A3 / S3 / RS3

Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Brand Reputation: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD		 Audi has highest German-made value retention. Buy a 1-year old certified pre-owned and save the 20% depreciation in the first year. see full Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 review
2007 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD		 Audi is well known for their engineering prowess, and that was a big plus for me. They may not be the best-knwon luxury make, but they are making a big push in the U.S. market for brand awareness. At the dealer, customer treatment is extraordinary! see full Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 review
2006 4dr Hatch turbocharged 105hp 1.9L I4 Diesel
5-speed manual FWD		 The Audis are known have reliable engines (except maybe for 2.0TDI) and offer a very well balanced ride. Also the finishing, materials and styling in the interior are of high quality. see full Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 review
2006 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD		 I love pulling into a parking lot and having the nicest car. Audi brings respect. see full Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 review
2006 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD		 Owned three - all bulletproof, best interiors in the business, high safety margin see full Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 review
2006 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD		 Reputation for quality influenced decision to buy. see full Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 review
2006 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD		 Premium small car with big car features, well built with good handling see full Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 review