2018 Ford Focus From the high-performance RS to the high-voltage, zero-CO2 emissions Focus Electric, you're guaranteed a fun time in Focus. Visit Ford.com
Looking for a compact car with a comfortable ride, sporty handling and lots of high-tech interior options? The 2017 Ford Focus might be a good match. Here's a quick rundown of what we like, what we don't and the bottom line from the Edmunds editors.
Transcript
TRAVIS LANGNESS: I'm Travis Langness, Edmunds editor. And here's our Expert Rundown of the 2017 Ford Focus. Ford Focus is essentially unchanged this year, other than a few alterations to trim levels and features availability. The Focus has a great balance between a comfortable ride and feeling sporty and secure when going around turns. That's not something you get a lot in the compact car class, and we praise the Ford for it. The interior's quiet at highway speeds. And there's lots of available high tech features. Unfortunately, the back seat room is tight for adults. And there's not a lot of cargo space. There is, however, a hatchback variant that you can get if you need more room for your stuff. On the inside, there's an easy to use touchscreen and intuitive voice controls. In the past, Ford's SYNC technology was difficult to use. But lately, it's become a lot easier. The bottom line is the Ford Focus is a class leader for us. It's got a good balance between handling and comfort as well as excellent fuel economy. If you can get over the marginal acceleration, we definitely recommend it. For more reviews of key competitors, go to YouTube and check out more of the Edmunds Expert Rundowns.
The front-drive Focus is a stalwart of Ford's product portfolio and it's built to hold down the company's position in what may be the most value-conscious segment of the market: compact sedans and hatchbacks.
Still, there are a few tweaks to the model mix for 2017. A new SEL model includes 17-inch wheels and black-painted trim. And the latest Sync 3 information/navigation/entertainment system with voice recognition technology has been added to the options list. A new addition to the color palette is called "White Gold"; Ford insiders have confirmed to Edmunds that there is no actual gold is in it, however.
Leaving the performance-oriented ST and even higher-performance RS aside for the time being, the regular, gasoline-burning Focus is offered in four trim levels as either a five-door hatchback or four-door sedan. And beyond that there's a five-door all-electric Focus, too.
The base "S" is offered only as a sedan and only with Ford's straightforward 160-horsepower, 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine. The SE, SEL and Titanium trim models all come as either a sedan or hatchback with the 2.0-liter engine. But the SE sedan is also offered with Ford's 1.0-liter, turbocharged, three-cylinder EcoBoost powerplant rated at 123 hp. The 2.0-liter is backed by either a five-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission, while the EcoBoost 1.0-liter comes with a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic.
The direct-drive one-speed electric Focus uses a 143-hp permanent magnet traction engine.
Fuel economy numbers range widely. The EPA rates the electric model at the equivalent of 107 mpg combined (118 city/96 highway). However, that's limited to a 115-mile range. The manual-transmission, 1.0-liter Ecoboost burns actual gasoline and is rated at 34 mpg combined (30 city/40 highway). The 2.0-liter Focus with the automatic — which will be purchased by the overwhelming majority of buyers — carries an EPA rating of 29 mpg combined (26 city/36 highway). All solid numbers in this class.
The Focus has been part of the North American Ford line since 2000 and this third-generation model went on sale back in 2011. So some newer competitors have advantages over this aging model.
Considering all the choices available in the compact class, making sense of it all can be daunting. That's why Edmunds is here to help with researching your purchase and getting a great deal from a great dealer.
2017 Ford Focus Overview
The 2017 Ford Focus is offered in the following submodels: Hatchback, Sedan, Electric. Available styles include SE 4dr Sedan w/EcoBoost (1.0L 3cyl Turbo 6M), S 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M), and SEL 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 6AM). Focus models are available with a 0-liter gas engine or a 0-liter flex-fuel (FFV) engine, with output up to 0 hp, depending on engine type. The 2017 Focus comes with front wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 6-speed manual, 5-speed manual, 6-speed automated manual. The 2017 Focus comes with a 3 yr./ 36000 mi. basic warranty, a 5 yr./ 60000 mi. roadside warranty, and a 5 yr./ 60000 mi. powertrain warranty.
What should I pay for a new 2017 Ford Focus?
2017 Ford Focus SE 4dr Sedan w/EcoBoost (1.0L 3cyl Turbo 6M)
The 2017 Ford Focus SE 4dr Sedan w/EcoBoost (1.0L 3cyl Turbo 6M) can be purchased for less than the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (aka MSRP) of $19050. The average price paid for a new 2017 Ford Focus SE 4dr Sedan w/EcoBoost (1.0L 3cyl Turbo 6M) is trending $6721 below the manufacturer's MSRP.
Edmunds members save an average of $6721 by getting upfront special offers. The estimated special offer price in your area is $12329.
The average savings for the 2017 Ford Focus SE 4dr Sedan w/EcoBoost (1.0L 3cyl Turbo 6M) is 35.3% below the MSRP.
We are showing 8 SE 4dr Sedan w/EcoBoost (1.0L 3cyl Turbo 6M) 2017 Ford Focus SE 4dr Sedan w/EcoBoost (1.0L 3cyl Turbo 6M) vehicle(s) available in the Ashburn area.
2017 Ford Focus S 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
The 2017 Ford Focus S 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M) can be purchased for less than the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (aka MSRP) of $17650. The average price paid for a new 2017 Ford Focus S 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M) is trending $4850.1 below the manufacturer's MSRP.
Edmunds members save an average of $4850.1 by getting upfront special offers. The estimated special offer price in your area is $12799.8.
The average savings for the 2017 Ford Focus S 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M) is 27.5% below the MSRP.
We are showing 9 S 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M) 2017 Ford Focus S 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M) vehicle(s) available in the Ashburn area.
2017 Ford Focus SE 4dr Sedan w/EcoBoost (1.0L 3cyl Turbo 6M)
The 2017 Ford Focus SE 4dr Sedan w/EcoBoost (1.0L 3cyl Turbo 6M) can be purchased for less than the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (aka MSRP) of $19050. The average price paid for a new 2017 Ford Focus SE 4dr Sedan w/EcoBoost (1.0L 3cyl Turbo 6M) is trending $6786.8 below the manufacturer's MSRP.
Edmunds members save an average of $6786.8 by getting upfront special offers. The estimated special offer price in your area is $12263.2.
The average savings for the 2017 Ford Focus SE 4dr Sedan w/EcoBoost (1.0L 3cyl Turbo 6M) is 35.6% below the MSRP.
We are showing 6 SE 4dr Sedan w/EcoBoost (1.0L 3cyl Turbo 6M) 2017 Ford Focus SE 4dr Sedan w/EcoBoost (1.0L 3cyl Turbo 6M) vehicle(s) available in the Ashburn area.
2017 Ford Focus SE 4dr Sedan w/EcoBoost (1.0L 3cyl Turbo 6M)
The 2017 Ford Focus SE 4dr Sedan w/EcoBoost (1.0L 3cyl Turbo 6M) can be purchased for less than the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (aka MSRP) of $21040. The average price paid for a new 2017 Ford Focus SE 4dr Sedan w/EcoBoost (1.0L 3cyl Turbo 6M) is trending $6730.7 below the manufacturer's MSRP.
Edmunds members save an average of $6730.7 by getting upfront special offers. The estimated special offer price in your area is $14309.3.
The average savings for the 2017 Ford Focus SE 4dr Sedan w/EcoBoost (1.0L 3cyl Turbo 6M) is 32% below the MSRP.
We are showing 2 SE 4dr Sedan w/EcoBoost (1.0L 3cyl Turbo 6M) 2017 Ford Focus SE 4dr Sedan w/EcoBoost (1.0L 3cyl Turbo 6M) vehicle(s) available in the Ashburn area.
2017 Ford Focus SE 4dr Sedan w/EcoBoost (1.0L 3cyl Turbo 6M)
The 2017 Ford Focus SE 4dr Sedan w/EcoBoost (1.0L 3cyl Turbo 6M) can be purchased for less than the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (aka MSRP) of $20790. The average price paid for a new 2017 Ford Focus SE 4dr Sedan w/EcoBoost (1.0L 3cyl Turbo 6M) is trending $6772 below the manufacturer's MSRP.
Edmunds members save an average of $6772 by getting upfront special offers. The estimated special offer price in your area is $14018.
The average savings for the 2017 Ford Focus SE 4dr Sedan w/EcoBoost (1.0L 3cyl Turbo 6M) is 32.6% below the MSRP.
We are showing 1 SE 4dr Sedan w/EcoBoost (1.0L 3cyl Turbo 6M) 2017 Ford Focus SE 4dr Sedan w/EcoBoost (1.0L 3cyl Turbo 6M) vehicle(s) available in the Ashburn area.
2017 Ford Focus SE 4dr Sedan w/EcoBoost (1.0L 3cyl Turbo 6M)
The 2017 Ford Focus SE 4dr Sedan w/EcoBoost (1.0L 3cyl Turbo 6M) can be purchased for less than the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (aka MSRP) of $20145. The average price paid for a new 2017 Ford Focus SE 4dr Sedan w/EcoBoost (1.0L 3cyl Turbo 6M) is trending $6700 below the manufacturer's MSRP.
Edmunds members save an average of $6700 by getting upfront special offers. The estimated special offer price in your area is $13445.
The average savings for the 2017 Ford Focus SE 4dr Sedan w/EcoBoost (1.0L 3cyl Turbo 6M) is 33.3% below the MSRP.
We are showing 1 SE 4dr Sedan w/EcoBoost (1.0L 3cyl Turbo 6M) 2017 Ford Focus SE 4dr Sedan w/EcoBoost (1.0L 3cyl Turbo 6M) vehicle(s) available in the Ashburn area.
2017 Ford Focus S 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
The 2017 Ford Focus S 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M) can be purchased for less than the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (aka MSRP) of $18745. The average price paid for a new 2017 Ford Focus S 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M) is trending $6115 below the manufacturer's MSRP.
Edmunds members save an average of $6115 by getting upfront special offers. The estimated special offer price in your area is $12630.
The average savings for the 2017 Ford Focus S 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M) is 32.6% below the MSRP.
We are showing 1 S 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M) 2017 Ford Focus S 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M) vehicle(s) available in the Ashburn area.
Is the 2017 Ford Focus a good car? Edmunds experts have compiled a robust series of ratings and reviews for the 2017 Ford Focus and all model years in our database. Our rich content includes expert reviews and recommendations for the 2017 Focus featuring deep dives into trim levels and features, performance, mpg, safety, interior, and driving. Edmunds also offers expert ratings, road test and performance data, long-term road tests, first-drive reviews, video reviews and more.
Our Review Process All of our reviews are written by a member of Edmunds' editorial team of expert car reviewers. Our team drives every car you can buy. We put the vehicles through rigorous testing, evaluating how they drive and comparing them in detail to their competitors.
We're also regular people like you, so we pay attention to all the different ways people use their cars every day. We want to know if there's enough room for our families and our weekend gear and whether or not our favorite drink fits in the cupholder. Our editors want to help you make the best decision on a car that fits your life.
What do people think of the 2017 Ford Focus? Consumer ratings and reviews are also available for the 2017 Ford Focus and all its trim types. Overall, Edmunds users rate the 2017 Focus a 4 on a scale of 1 to 5 stars. Edmunds consumer reviews allow users to sift through aggregated consumer reviews to understand what other drivers are saying about any vehicle in our database. Detailed rating breakdowns (including performance, comfort, value, interior, exterior design, build quality, and reliability) are available as well to provide shoppers with a comprehensive understanding of why customers like the 2017 Focus.
Vehicle Titanium 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 6AM)
Review Bought car w 12miles in may. I drive a lot, now October with 25k miles. The car leaked severe amounts of gravel dust. Had to have it sealed up. And now it's like the catilyc converter is plugged. Smelling fiercely in and out of the car of rotten eggs. Making me very sick. This is a 2017 brand new car. Love everything else about it. But no reason it should have these problems. Very angry about the situation.
See all consumer reviews and retings for the 2017 Ford Focus
2017 Ford Focus inventory listings Shop Edmunds' car, SUV, and truck listings of over 6 million vehicles to find a cheap new, used, or certified pre-owned (CPO) 2017 Ford Focus for sale near Ashburn VA. There are currently 2292 new and 1050 used and CPO 2017 Focuss listed for sale in your area, with list prices as low as 10995 and mileage as low as 0. Simply research the type of car you're interested in and then select a car from our massive database to find cheap vehicles for sale near you. Once you have identified a vehicle you're interested in, check the Carfax and autocheck vehicle history reports, read dealer reviews, and find out what other owners paid for the 2017 Ford Focus. Then select Edmunds special offers, perks, deals, and incentives to contact the dealer of your choice and save up to 7717 on a new, used, or CPO 2017 Focus available from one of 2632 dealerships in your area.
How can Edmunds help? Edmunds has deep data on over 6 million new, used, and certified pre-owned vehicles, including rich, trim-level features and specs information like: MSRP, average price paid, warranty information (basic, drivetrain, and maintenance), features (upholstery, bluetooth, navigation, heated seating, cooled seating, cruise control, parking assistance, keyless ignition, satellite radio, folding rears seats ,run flat tires, wheel type, tire size, wheel tire, sunroof, etc.), vehicle specifications (engine cylinder count, drivetrain, engine power, engine torque, engine displacement, transmission), fuel economy (city, highway, combined, fuel capacity, range), vehicle dimensions (length, width, seating capacity, cargo space), car safety, true cost to own. Edmunds also provides tools to allow shopper to compare vehicles to similar models of their choosing by warranty, interior features, exterior features, specifications, fuel economy, vehicle dimensions, consumer rating, edmunds rating, and color
Is the 2017 Ford Focus safe? The 2017 Ford Focus earned a 5-star overall safety rating from NHTSA and "GOOD" ratings from the IIHS in the following caregories: Side Impact Test, Roof Strength Test, Rear Crash Protection/Head Restraint, Moderate Overlap Front Test Results, and a JD POWER overall quality rating of 3.0 out of 5. Among Edmunds' many tools and resources for finding your perfect car are detailed safety ratings and analysis from NHTSA, IIHS, and JD Power, including overall ratings, frontal barrier crash ratings, side impact tests and crash ratings, rollover test results, roof strength tests, rear crash protection and head restraint ratings, side barrier ratings, combined side barrier and pole ratings, and more.
MPG
2017 ford focus SE 4dr Sedan w/EcoBoost (1.0L 3cyl Turbo 6M), 6-speed manual, regular unleaded 34 combined MPG 30 city MPG/40 highway MPG
2017 ford focus S 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M), 5-speed manual, flex-fuel (unleaded/e85) 28 combined MPG 25 city MPG/34 highway MPG
2017 ford focus SEL 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 6AM), 6-speed automated manual, flex-fuel (unleaded/e85) 29 combined MPG 26 city MPG/36 highway MPG
What options are available on the 2017 Ford Focus?
Available Ford Focus 2017 Submodel Types: Sedan, Hatchback, Wagon, Coupe, Electric, SVT
Available Ford Focus 2017 Trims: SE, S, Titanium, SEL, SES, LX, ZX3, ZX4 SE, ZX4 S, ZXW SE, Electric, ZTS, ZX4 SES, ZX5 SES, ZTW, ZX5, SVT, ZX4 ST
Exterior Colors: Magnetic Metallic, Ingot Silver Metallic, Shadow Black, Oxford White, Lightning Blue Metallic, Hot Pepper Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat, White Gold Metallic, Sterling Grey Metallic, Ruby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat, Race Red, Tuxedo Black Metallic, Blue Metallic, Tuxedo Black Metallic (Late Availability), White Platinum Metallic Tri-coat, Blue Candy Metallic, Kona Blue Metallic, Outrageous Green Metallic Tinted Clearcoat, Performance Blue Metallic, Blue Candy Metallic Tinted Clearcoat, Sangria Red Clearcoat Metallic, Tectonic Metallic, Vista Blue Clearcoat Metallic, White Gold, Ebony Clearcoat, Ingot Silver Clearcoat Metallic, Pitch Black Clearcoat, White Platinum Metallic Tricoat, CD Silver Clearcoat Metallic, Silver Frost Clearcoat Metallic, White Suede Clearcoat, Black Clearcoat, Blue Flame Clearcoat Metallic, Sterling Grey Clearcoat Metallic, Blue Flame Metallic, Brilliant Silver Clearcoat Metallic, Cloud 9 White Clearcoat, Ebony, Infra-Red Clearcoat, Liquid Grey Clearcoat Metallic, Natural Neutral Clearcoat Metallic, Red Candy Metallic Tinted Clearcoat, Arizona Beige Clearcoat Metallic, Frosted Glass Metallic, Light Tundra Clearcoat Metallic, Pueblo Gold Clearcoat Metallic, Aqua Blue Clearcoat Metallic, Fort Knox Gold Clearcoat Metallic, Infra Red Clearcoat, Infra-Red Clear Coat, Kiwi Green Clearcoat, Light Ice Blue Clearcoat Metallic, Rainforest Green Clear Coat Metallic, Sangria Red Metallic, Twilight Blue Clearcoat Metallic, Vermillion Red Clearcoat, White Suede, Yellow Blaze Metallic Tri-Coat
Interior Colors: Charcoal Black Insert w/Warm Steel Surround cloth, Charcoal Black leather, Medium Light Stone cloth, Charcoal Black Surround w/Charcoal Black Insert leather, Warm Steel Surround w/Charcoal Black Insert cloth, Medium Soft Ceramic leather, Medium Dark Stone Surround w/Medium Light Stone Insert cloth, Charcoal Black cloth, Tuscany Red Surround w/Charcoal Black Insert leather, Charcoal Black w/Metal Gray Surround cloth, Medium Light Stone w/Medium Dark Stone Surround cloth, Medium Stone cloth, Charcoal Black w/Warm Steel Surround cloth, Metal Gray/Charcoal Black Surround w/Charcoal Black Insert premium cloth, Medium Light Stone leather, Medium Stone leather, Tuscany Red w/Charcoal Black Insert leather, Dark Charcoal, Dark Pebble Upper/Light Pebble Lower, Medium Graphite, Medium Parchment
Popular Features: Fold Flat Rear Seats, Rear Bench Seats, Tire Pressure Warning, Stability Control, Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel, Trip Computer, Bluetooth, USB Inputs, Back-up camera, Post-collision safety system, Aux Audio Inputs, Alarm, Parking sensors, Auto Climate Control, Multi-Zone Climate Control, Sunroof/Moonroof, Heated seats, Power Driver Seat, Leather Seats, Remote Start, Keyless Entry/Start, Upgraded Engine, Navigation, Blind Spot Monitoring, Lane Departure Warning, Upgraded Headlights, Mobile Internet, Upgraded Stereo
