Ford Focus Mk1

Ford Focus Mk1
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The Ford Focus Mk1 (2000–2007): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 30 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: C170 · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationEuropeNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,180 mm RDW–4,175–4,455 mm
Width1,700 mm RDW–1,700 mm
Height1,440–1,490 mm RDW–1,440–1,460 mm
Wheelbase2,620 mm RDW–2,615 mm
Front track1,484–1,502 mm ASTRA––
Rear track1,477–1,495 mm ASTRA––
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,049–1,144 kg RDW–1,149–1,364 kg
Mass in running order1,149–1,244 kg RDW––
Gross vehicle weight1,570–1,695 kg RDW––
Towing, braked trailer940–1,200 kg RDW––
Towing, unbraked trailer570–620 kg RDW––
Seats and space
Seats5 RDW––
Doors2–4 RDW––
Luggage space (EPA)–255–1,019 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)–2,662–2,718 L EPA–
Performance
Top speed173–216 km/h RDW–164–232 km/h
Torque123–250 Nm ASTRA–123–320 Nm

Tyre sizes (most common first): 185/65R14, 195/60R15

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia (en, de), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data, Traficom type approvals (Finland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age

Age at testPass rateUK averageTests
13 years and older62.0% (61.8–62.3)69.2%152,126

What the MOT finds

AreaThis modelUK average, same ages
Suspension57.1%41.6%
Brakes45.0%36.4%
Tyres37.2%31.2%
Lights and electrics28.6%28.8%
Body, chassis and structure25.5%18.6%
Noise, emissions and leaks23.2%17.1%

First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

8,813 complaints for model years 2000–2007. 714 crashes · 235 fires · 590 injuries · 23 deaths

  • Electrical system 2,721
  • Engine 750
  • Airbags 455
  • Fuel system 426
  • Locks and latches 282
  • Speed control 204

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 30 versions of the Ford Focus Mk1

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United States 22 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 versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2001–2007CLKUP2.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive25–26 MPG (9.0–9.4 L/100 km) EPA212–221 g/km
2007I42.0 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive27 MPG (8.7 L/100 km) EPA205 g/km
2005–20072.3 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA240 g/km
2004–20062.0 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA212 g/km
2003–20044-VALVE, CLKUP2.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA230 g/km
2003–20042-VALVE2.0 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive27 MPG (8.7 L/100 km) EPA205 g/km
2003–20044-VALVE2.0 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive24–25 MPG (9.4–9.8 L/100 km) EPA221–230 g/km
2003–20042-VALVE, CLKUP2.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive25–26 MPG (9.0–9.4 L/100 km) EPA212–221 g/km
20042.0 LPetrol6-speed manualFront-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km
2003–20044-VALVE2.3 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA221 g/km
20044-VALVE, CLKUP2.3 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA230 g/km
2002–20032.0Z2.0 LPetrol6-speed manualFront-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA276 g/km
2003CLKUP2.3 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA240 g/km
20024-Valve2.0 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA221 g/km
2001–20022-Valve2.0 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive28 MPG (8.4 L/100 km) EPA197 g/km
20024-Valve, CLKUP · CLKUP2.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA221 g/km
20014 valve, CLKUP2.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA230 g/km
20014 valve2.0 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA221 g/km
20002.0L CVH, CLKUP2.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA212 g/km
20002.0Z, CLKUP2.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive24–25 MPG (9.4–9.8 L/100 km) EPA221–230 g/km
20002.0L CVH2.0 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive27 MPG (8.7 L/100 km) EPA205 g/km
20002.0Z2.0 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA221 g/km

Canada 8 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2001–2007Compact · Station wagon: Mid-size2.0 LPetrol4-speed automatic9.2–9.8 L/100 km 5-cycle212–225 g/km
2001–2007Compact · Station wagon: Mid-size2.0 LPetrol5-speed manual8.5–9.5 L/100 km 5-cycle196–219 g/km
2005–2007Compact2.3 LPetrol5-speed manual10.2–10.3 L/100 km 5-cycle235–237 g/km
2000–2004Compact2.0 LPetrol5-speed manual8.7–9.4 L/100 km 5-cycle200–216 g/km
2004Compact2.0 LPetrol6-speed manual11.2 L/100 km 5-cycle258 g/km
2000–2004Station wagon: Mid-size2.0 LPetrol5-speed manual8.9–9.4 L/100 km 5-cycle205–216 g/km
2000Compact2.0 LPetrol4-speed automatic9.6 L/100 km 5-cycle221 g/km
2000Station wagon: Mid-size2.0 LPetrol4-speed automatic9.5 L/100 km 5-cycle219 g/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.