The Ford Focus underwent a more modern redesign to both the interior and exterior for the 2008 model. It would also allow 1.0G of braking force due to the standard Brembo braking system 324mm (Front) 280mm (Rear). Other changes to complete the package included sharper steering through an increased boost ratio in the steering rack, larger disc brakes on all four corners with standard ABS (300mm front/280mm rear,) and stiffened suspension with a slightly larger rear anti-roll bar. To transmit the higher torque an upgraded AP clutch was used. 0-100km/h: 7.9 seconds. In 2000, Karl Brauer, writing for Edmunds.com described the styling: "While ergonomically sound, the Focus' interior, like its exterior, displays much of Ford's New Edge philosophy that had editors split on loving or hating it." The engine was heavily modified with forged aluminium pistons, hardened valve seats, sodium-filled exhaust valves, stainless steel exhaust system. GLX (20002004) (1.8 gasoline 118cv, 2.0 gasoline 130cv), 5-door hatchback, 4-door saloon. To transmit the higher torque an upgraded AP clutch was used. The Focus ST name did return in 2012 in an all new model. 3rd Generation Ford Focus. Introduction of the, 2006 MY On ZX4, ZX3 and ZX5, standard CD/MP3 player on all models, S and SE models receive revised plastic wheel covers with alloy wheels now available as a standalone option, six-disc audio systems now have steering-wheel controls, convenience Package and Safety Packages bundle popular options. Targeting Generation X and Generation Y in the Focus marketing campaign at its North American introduction, Ford created a now defunct youth-destination website (www.focus247.com), aired 64 live television spots featuring comedian Annabelle Gurwitch beginning September 6, 1999, during the MTV Video Music Awards, featured the Focus in co-sponsoring Ricky Martin's Livin La Vida Loca North American tour (September 1999), and developed a strategic partnership with the WB Network show Dawson's Creek including a private live concert event (November 1999), featuring of the Focus in two Dawson's Creek episodes, and a Focus signed by the Dawson's Creek cast auctioned on Amazon.com. Active Topics. More bespoke than the concurrent Ford Focus SVT (badged as the Focus ST170 in Europe), the Focus RS upgraded or replaced 70% of the standard Focus mechanicals. [34], In January 2001, Ford partnered with Atom Films and J. Walter Thompson (now JWT) to create three short films featuring the Ford Focus. McRae gave the Focus its first win two events later on the Safari Rally Kenya finishing over 15minutes ahead of the second placed Toyota of Didier Auriol. Ford Focus Sedan Generation List: 2015 - 2018 Mk3.5 (3rd Gen) Facelift. Polk & Co. The Focus RS Mk1 was produced from October 2, 2002, to November 11, 2003, and was Ford's return to the RS (Rallye Sport) badge after the demise of the tweaked Escorts, particularly the fabled Ford Escort RS Cosworth. Ford Focus (first generation) Main article: Ford Focus (first generation) Ford of Europe introduced the Focus in 1998 to the European market as a replacement for the Ford Escort.The decision to name the new car the "Ford Focus" was made in early 1998, as Ford's overheads had been planning to keep the "Escort" nameplate for its new generation of small family cars. S2: The Focus S2 (2001), available only in the three-door ZX3 model, featured European-tuned suspension, grey body trim with unique front spoiler and rocker panels, color-keyed bodyside moldings and S2 badging, rear spoiler, six-spoke 16-inch aluminum wheels and chrome exhaust tip, six-disc in-dash CD changer, sport bucket seats with diamond-patterned inserts, and exterior colors including CD silver, Sangria Red and a Focus Liquid Grey. 2006 Ford Focus ST with "Street Appearance" package. Using a turbocharged version of the 2.0-litre Ford Zeta engine, the Focus RS rated at 212 horsepower (158kW). Standard in wagons for 2000 model year. Originally it was to be released as the Racing Focus, however after the poor selling Racing Puma, Ford (driven by Martin Leach) decided to revive the RS badge. As a continuation of Ford's New Edge styling philosophy, first seen in the Ford Ka in 1996, and Ford Cougar in 1998, the Focus's styling was often described as polarising. In Canada, the Street Appearance look was available and named the GFX package. The 2004 and 2005 Focus WRCs were evolutions based on the RS WRC 03. Safety Technology. The exterior included revised front and rear bumper fascias, side skirts, fog lamps, rear diffuser, hatch lip spoiler, and 17-inch (430mm) 5-spoke alloy wheels wearing fairly sticky "Y" rated 215/45R17 tires from Continental. GL (20072008) (1.6 flexfuel 112cv), 5-door hatchback, 4-door saloon. Ford Focus The Ford Focus is a compact car ( C-segment in Europe) manufactured by Ford Motor Company since 1998. The design language had been overseen by Jack Telnack and Claude Lobo and executed by Australian designer, John Doughty. The cause of the failure was not diagnosed.Price of Used Cars Under $1,000 in Atlanta, GA by Distance Explore Models Used Ford Focus Save $8,146 on 2,562 Deals Used Ford Escape Save $6,993 on 10,446 Deals 22,050 Listings from $875 Used Chevrolet Equinox Save $8,043 on 10,564 Deals 22,127 Listings from $1,875 Used BMW 3 Series Save $9,620 on . [36] The film features a cameo appearance by Barry Livingston, who played "Ernie" in the TV show My Three Sons. GL (20072008) (1.6 flexfuel 112cv), 5-door hatchback, 4-door saloon. Manufacturing in Argentina continued until 2008, and it was still on sale in Brazil until 2009. 3.9 . The S121/N2O are sold as new at many Ford dealers. The Ford Focus compact car has been sold for nearly 20 years, attracting first-time drivers, city-dwellers and those seeking the practicality of a hatchback or wagon. Before the launch of the 2002 Focus, Ford engineers were looking to crash the super hot-hatch market. It would also allow 1.0G of braking force due to the standard Brembo braking system 324mm (Front) 280mm (Rear). The Focus' styling, often noted as polarizing, was marketed by Ford as New Edge design. The Focus RS WRC 04 won three events with Mrtin at the wheel. 2012 - 2018. Originally, the only diesel engine available was the Endura TDDI (a development of the old Deutz-designed motor which Ford had been using since the 1980s). 2012 - 2018. Overall Rating. Sherri Koucky, writing for MachineDesign.com said the styling "mixes round shapes with funky geometric ones and adds sharp angles, somehow making them all work together." First generation. Originally it was to be released as the Racing Focus, however after the poor selling Racing Puma, Ford (driven by Martin Leach) decided to revive the RS badge. Codenamed C170 during its development, the original Focus took its eventual name from a Ghia concept car which was shown at the Geneva Motor Show in 1991. It was created under Alexander Trotman 's Ford 2000 plan, which aimed to globalize model development and sell one compact vehicle worldwide. Targeting Generation X and Generation Y in the Focus marketing campaign at its North American introduction, Ford created a now defunct youth-destination website (www.focus247.com), aired 64 live television spots featuring comedian Annabelle Gurwitch beginning September 6, 1999, during the MTV Video Music Awards,[33] featured the Focus in co-sponsoring Ricky Martin's Livin La Vida Loca North American tour (September 1999), and developed a strategic partnership with the WB Network show Dawson's Creek including a private live concert event (November 1999), featuring of the Focus in two Dawson's Creek episodes, and a Focus signed by the Dawson's Creek cast auctioned on Amazon.com. Engineers for the Focus, including Richard Parry-Jones, developed a class-leading, space-saving independent multi-link rear suspension, marketed as Control Blade suspension, combining the packaging of a trailing arm, with the geometry of a double wishbone suspension. "[12] James R. Healey, writing for USA Today, called the styling a "collision of curves and lines. First generation Ford Focus was manufactured from 1998-2004 in Europe, and from 1994-2007 in North America. The Sports Package included a backpack that slid over the back of the front seat and a customized roof rack. 4.1. Mach Audio: The Focus MACH Audio ZTS sedan featured an audio system with six-disc in-dash CD changer, four 5 x 7-inch door-mounted, two-way speakers, a 10-inch dual-voice coil subwoofer, equalization customized to the Focus' interior configuration and 460 watts unique silver-faced instrument cluster, mesh seat fabrics and door trim panels, six-spoke, machined-aluminum wheels, MACH Audio badging, chrome HID projector headlamps, exterior colors of CD Silver, Liquid Grey and Mandarin Copper, and an MSRP of $16,975. This could use both gasoline and bioethanol, but was only available on the Swedish market. Wagon production ends at the end of the 2007 calendar year. On 2005 and 2006 models in the US and Canada, the second generation Focus received a body-configuration badging (e.g., ZX3, ZX4, ZX5, ZXW) along with separate badging to designate trim levels SE and SES trim; there was no trim badge for the S trim level. It debuted in the Monte Carlo Rally with Colin McRae and Simon Jean-Joseph behind the wheels of the two cars. [citation needed]. Internally, the theme is blue and black with sections of blue leather trim on the door trim panels, the steering wheel and the Sparco seats which were trimmed in blue/black leather and Alcantara. [16] James R. Healey, writing for USA Today, said "Focus is bigger inside than cars much larger outside. As a continuation of Ford's New Edge styling philosophy, first seen in the Ford Ka in 1996, and Ford Cougar in 1998, the Focus's styling was often described as polarising. The forced induction system comprised a Garrett turbocharger with a water-cooled charge air cooler and an electric water pump. Though power was lower than the SVT, acceleration was only slightly lower due to a higher differential ratio. 2007 was the final year for the 2.3L engine in the Focus. Welcome to the #1 Ford Focus Forum and Ford Focus community dedicated to Ford Focus owners and enthusiasts. Mechanically, most notably, the car incorporated a Quaife automatic torque biasing differential to improve traction from the front-wheel drive setup. TrueCar has over 777,140 listings nationwide, updated daily. Mechanically, most notably, the car incorporated a Quaife automatic torque biasing differential to improve traction from the front-wheel drive setup. Ford began sales of the Focus to Europe in July 1998 and in North America during 1999 for the 2000 model year. The 2005 ST included all SES package equipment with heated seats, heated mirrors, leather interior, moonroof, and Audiophile package controlled by a Blaupunkt headunit all optional. The Focus won the North American Car of the Year award for 2000. The Focus stopped the rot for Ford in Europe, selling particularly strongly in the UK. Costing $80,000 the films were later shown at the Sundance Film Festival and on Atom Films' web site. [1] All three films were available for viewing at a now defunct web site, www.focusinfilm.com.[37]. However, in Brazil, Ford do Brasil offered this until 2009, in 1.6 (Flex Fuel - 105PS gasoline/112PS ethanol) GL or GLX hatchback or saloon versions. Adapted from the Facelift Mk 1 Focus, the ST170 had the following cosmetic revisions: 17in (430mm) Multi-Spoke Alloy Wheels; Alarm; Side Airbags; Optional 1/2 (in non-UK markets) and full Recaro leather seats; Optional 9006 Stereo system with bespoke Subwoofer; brushed aluminium door releases; honeycomb 'tech flec' front grills, round projector style fog lights, colour-coded bumper and side beadings & door handles; and Locally developed bodykit (Australia only). This was replaced in 2002 by the Duratorq TDCI. The third film entitled "gulp" and by director Jason Reitman was selected to premiere in the 'Official Sundance Screening Room'. The body configuration badging were deleted from the liftgates/trunklids of 2007 models, the trim badging remained. This version is still available in some countries despite the advent of an all-new Mk 2 Focus. The Friends Package included the features of the Express Yourself Package along with a coordinated ice cooler, and candy dispenser. A last minute problem arose in July 1998 when a Cologne court, responding to a case brought by the publishers Burda, ordered Ford to avoid the name "Focus" for the German market cars since the name was already taken by the publisher's Focus magazine. The instruments have a blue background and in place of the coolant temperature gauge, the RS was equipped with a boost pressure indicator (up to 1.5 bar). The ST170 (codename Piranha), which was launched in 2002, was the first Focus sport model to be developed for international markets by a joint SVE/SVT global team. At the 1999 Geneva International Motor Show Ford represent concept model named Focus Cosworth. The Express Yourself Package included customized decals, steering wheel cover, gear shift knob on manual models, and special seat covers in neoprene, fleece or jersey. Overall Rating. It was immediately on the pace, setting many fastest stage times, but the use of an illegal water pump meant that the two cars were excluded from the event. However the sixth and final generation of the Escort remained in production in Halewood until 2000 as a budget alternative to the Focus, and the van versions continued until 2002 until its replacement by the Focus-based Ford Transit Connect. In place of the dreary styling of the outgoing car the Focus had cutting New Edge styling, and a platform . Focus models had been designed under the directorship of Richard Parry-Jones and were noted at introduction for their styling, class-leading rear suspension and tall interior packaging as well as a stiff and light body structure, low-friction steering and suspension, and extensive safety and convenience features including driver and passenger airbags, available head-and-chest side air bags, rear ISOFIX child-safety seat attachments, safety belt system with pre-tensioners and load-limiting retractors, battery saver to automatically switch off lights after 10 minutes, interior light dimming feature, and flip-up/flat-folding rear seat cushions. Automotive Loyalty Award for highest percentage of repeat buyers, four years running, from 2000 through 2003 the Focus did experience numerous recalls early in the car's life. The Focus' styling, often noted as polarizing,[3][4][5][6] was marketed by Ford as New Edge design. The first generation Focus RS had a production run from 2002 to 2003 and was built as a successor to the Ford Escort RS Cosworth. GL (20002003) (1.8 gasoline 118cv), 5-door hatchback, 4-door saloon. 2000 . In Europe and South Africa, the Focus replaced the various Ford Escort models sold in those markets. The 1,998cc (2.0L; 121.9cuin) inline-four engine equipped with a single Garrett AiResearch GT25 (60) SG turbocharger produced a minimum of 215PS (158kW; 212hp) at 5500 rpm and 310Nm (229lbft) of torque at 3500 rpm, which was then mated to the 5-speed Ford MTX-75 transmission and not the Getrag used in the ST 170. 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The last of the Mark 1 Focus produced in Argentina (2008 Version) featured either a 1.6L Zetec RoCam Flex Fuel engine, a 2.0L Duratec HE engine, or the 1.8L Duratorq Diesel Engine. The impression is of having plenty of wheel travel for gobbling the larger stuff and big-car, full-frame isolation when encountering expansion joints and smaller road imperfections." The gear lever knob, handbrake lever, and pedals were all custom made by Sparco. Clarkson and other motor journalists also commented on the car's torque steer on bumpy British roads. Performance. Come join the discussion about RS/ST performance, modifications, troubleshooting. [34] In "Little Man on Campus," the lead male, undersized, uncoordinated, who had trouble living up to his The 172.3PS engine was developed by Cosworth and tuning bumped the power from 127 to 170 horsepower (95 to 127kW). Where many competitors in the compact class, or small family car (European) class, used the less expensive semi-independent twist-beam rear suspension, Control Blade offered enhanced elasto-kinematic performance, i.e., strong body control, sharp and accurate steering regardless of the car's attitude, and an absorbent and quiet ride over bumps. Assembly of the Mark 2 Focus started in 2008 for the 2009 model. The instruments have a blue background and in place of the coolant temperature gauge, the RS was equipped with a boost pressure indicator (up to 1.5 bar). Ford Focus (third generation) - Wikipedia Ford Focus (third generation) The Ford Focus (third generation), also known as the Focus Mk III, (Code name: C346) debuted at the 2010 North American International Auto Show as a 2012 model. GHIA (20052008) (2.0 gasoline 145cv), 5-door hatchback, 4-door saloon. The S121/N2O are sold as new at many Ford dealers. Though power was lower than the SVT, acceleration was only slightly lower due to a higher differential ratio. In 2003, Ford released a newly designed Focus WRC, named Focus RS WRC 03, for competition during the second part of the season. The only options not available on the 2003-2004 ZX5 SVT were the EAP for 2003 or the side skirts. [citation needed] Power was a diminished priority and the handling on a track, courtesy of the front differential, was considered by most observers to be its strongest characteristic. The first generation Ford Focus, launched around the year 1998 world-wide, had advanced independent suspension at all corners and a well-judged chassis First-Gen Ford Focus With V8 Swap and RWD is . Historically, the Saarlouis, Valencia, and Halewood plants had produced the Escort, however the Focus was only produced at Saarlouis and Valencia since Halewood was to be switched over to production of the Jaguar X-Type. In late 2001, Ford's in-house performance group, Special Vehicle Team (SVT), introduced the three-door Focus ZX3 SVT (ST170) to the United States and Canadian markets for the 2002 model year. 2002 MY Introduction of the ZX5 5-door hatchback, power moon-roof available for the first time on all body styles, available 6-Disc In-dash CD Changer, improved cup holders to accept larger cups, added rear-seat map pocket on LX, SE, ZX3, and kangaroo pouches on ZTS, 2003 MY ZX5 now available in three trim levels, two new interior fabrics, heated front seat and heated mirror option, available traction control and ABS package, gray headlamp surrounds, silver instrument cluster and color-keyed trim on premium trims, CD/MP3 audio player standard on ZX3, ZX5, redesigned 16-inch alloy wheels, optional perimeter alarm, improved interior noise level, recalibrated throttle, refinement of 110hp (82kW) engine. The 1,998cc (2.0L; 121.9cuin) inline-four engine equipped with a single Garrett AiResearch GT25 (60) SG turbocharger produced a minimum of 215PS (158kW; 212hp) at 5500 rpm and 310Nm (229lbft) of torque at 3500 rpm,[51] which was then mated to the 5-speed Ford MTX-75 transmission and not the Getrag used in the ST 170. The engine was sourced from the Ford of Mexico Chihuahua plant. Ford therefore continued the Escort Van until the purpose-designed Transit Connect was introduced in 2002 as its replacement. S2: The Focus S2 (2001), available only in the three-door ZX3 model, featured European-tuned suspension, grey body trim with unique front spoiler and rocker panels, color-keyed bodyside moldings and S2 badging, rear spoiler, six-spoke 16-inch aluminum wheels and chrome exhaust tip, six-disc in-dash CD changer, sport bucket seats with diamond-patterned inserts, and exterior colors including CD silver, Sangria Red and a Focus Liquid Grey. Based on 1,246 Ratings. The first generation was built as a successor to the Escort RS Cosworth, and was produced by Ford Werke of Germany from 2002 to 2003. The European Appearance package (or EAP for short) included all available options listed above, plus full black perforated leather Recaro seats/door panels and fifteen-spoke Dark Argent colored wheels. The completely redesigned modeling mode in UE5 is another step in creating the tools required to create the next generation of interactive experiences . Ford began sales of the Focus to Europe in July 1998 and in North America during 1999 for the 2000 model year. Optionally, Endura TDDI diesel engine was used till the year 2002. The Sports Package included a backpack that slid over the back of the front seat and a customized roof rack. The car, with most parts redesigned from the ground up, featured a lighter body shell and a new aerodynamically enhanced front bumper and wing. [46] The car scored 11.6 points out of 16 in a frontal crash test conducted by the Russian ARCAP safety assessment program in 2003.[47]. Focus production also took place in Santa Rosa, Philippines (Though it was only for export and never sold in the Philippines); General Pacheco, Argentina; Chungli City, Taiwan and Vsevolozhsk, Russia. [18] 0-62mph took less than 6 seconds, while the top speed continued to more than 160mph. Black Oak engine management system. The decision to name the new car the Ford Focus was made in early 1998, as Ford had been planning to keep the "Escort" nameplate for its new generation of small family cars. The ST170 (codename Piranha), which was launched in 2002, was the first Focus sport model to be developed for international markets by a joint SVE/SVT global team. James R. Healey, writing for USA Today, said "Focus is bigger inside than cars much larger outside." This was replaced in 2002 by the Duratorq TDCI. Skip to main content. Engineers for the Focus, including Richard Parry-Jones, developed a class-leading,[10] space-saving independent multi-link rear suspension, marketed as Control Blade suspension, combining the packaging of a trailing arm, with the geometry of a double wishbone suspension. In Europe, where the Focus was positioned at the heart of the largest market segment by volume, Ford's overall market share had declined by 25% between 1995 and 2000 as the aging Ford Escort failed to match up in technological terms to the Vauxhall/Opel Astra and Volkswagen Golf without being able to achieve compensating sales volumes in the low price sector where Korean manufacturers, in particular, were becoming increasingly competitive. It is a compact car that follows Ford's New Edge styling philosophy of the early 2000s, which at the time was deemed polarising. The speedometer uses the "Arial" font type. The ST featured a unique interior, 16-inch (410mm) wheels with Pirelli P6 Four Seasons tires, spoiler, color-keyed fascia, a color keyed grille, and four-wheel anti-lock disk brakes. Register for an . In Europe, the hatchback is the biggest selling bodystyle. 3.9. Ford attempted to market the saloon in Europe as a mini-executive car by only offering it in the Ghia trim level, something that it had tried before with the Orion of the 1980s. In 2000, the Focus won Automobile magazine's Automobile of the Year and MotorWeek's Best Small Car. The Focus once again represented an attempt by Ford to introduce a truly "world car" that could be sold in disparate markets with little modification. Ford later marketed the high H-point seating as Command Seating, noting that "the higher the H-Point, the higher you ride in the car, and in some cases, the more comfortable you feel behind the wheel". The Mark 1 Focus remained in production until 2008 in General Pacheco, Argentina for the South American Market. There was an additional Wagon/Estate variant (codename Swordfish) launched in Europe-only in 2003, which featured Nivomat self-levelling rear dampers. Despite its radical styling (the hatchback version in particular), and some controversial safety recalls in North America, the car has been a runaway success across the globe, even in the United States, where Ford has traditionally failed to successfully sell its European models. Exterior colors were Rainforest Green, Infra-Red, Pitch Black, and Going Platinum, each with an MSRP of $15,535. The first-gen Focus has an estimated fuel economy of 26mpg. Service: 847-908-5038; Parts: 847-908-5038; Sales: 847-908-5038; 801 W. Dundee Road Directions Arlington Heights, IL 60004 Originally, the only diesel engine available was the Endura TDDI (a development of the old Deutz-designed motor which Ford had been using since the 1980s). 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