Ford Focus Electric third generation
The Ford Focus Electric third generation (2012–2018): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 3 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: C346 · Sold in: United States and Canada
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | 4,390–4,410 mm RDW | 4,380 mm TC | 4,392 mm |
| Width | 1,820 mm RDW | 1,820 mm TC | 1,824 mm |
| Height | 1,468–1,484 mm Traficom | 1,480 mm TC | 1,478 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,650 mm RDW | 2,650 mm TC | 2,649 mm |
| Front track | – | 1,540 mm TC | – |
| Rear track | – | 1,510–1,520 mm TC | – |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | 1,581–1,600 kg RDW | 1,666 kg TC | 1,651 kg |
| Mass in running order | 1,681–1,700 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 2,085 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 5 RDW | – | – |
| Doors | 4 RDW | – | – |
| Luggage space (EPA) | – | 396 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | – | 2,549–2,577 L EPA | – |
| Performance | |||
| Top speed | 137 km/h RDW | – | – |
| Electric motor power | – | 107 kW NRCan | – |
| Electric | |||
| Range (EPA/NRCan) | – | 122–185 km EPA | – |
| Charging time at 240 V | – | 3.6–5.5 h EPA | – |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 215/55R17, 215/60R16
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia, Traficom type approvals (Finland), US EPA fuel economy data, Natural Resources Canada. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
181 complaints for model years 2012–2017. 4 crashes · 2 fires · 3 injuries
- Electrical system 81
- Transmission and drivetrain 78
- Engine 42
- Fuel system 33
- Steering 23
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 3 versions of the Ford Focus Electric third generation
United States 2 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ | Electric range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013–2018 | Electric motor | Electric | Automatic | Front-wheel drive | 105–107 MPGe EPA | 0 g/km | 122–185 km |
| 2012 | Electric motor | Electric | Continuously variable (CVT) | Front-wheel drive | 105 MPGe EPA | 0 g/km | 122 km |
Canada 1 version
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ | Electric range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013–2018Compact | Electric motor | 107 kW (145 PS) | Electric | Automatic | 19.6–20.0 kWh/100 km 5-cycle | 0 g/km | 122–185 km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.