Many may not notice this, but for particularly demanding users, I would note this: 1. Running gear in the class is almost the best (energy-intensive), but not without problems. The steering rack is a huge problem with these cars, almost everyone has problems with the steering rack. The most annoying thing is the knock in this rail, and the dealer usually makes a helpless gesture during diagnostics. 2. The engine is reliable, but with its 125 hp. weak. It’s scary to overtake, the dynamics are not enough, when you turn on the air conditioner, it feels like it takes a little power. Priora Focus bypasses if you have a snack. Consumption is mediocre, if you drive measuredly, then in the city you can achieve 7.5 liters, on the highway with a vegetable style it will be 5.5 (then the tank will last for 850 km), and when you bring down 190-200 with the pedal fully depressed, the consumption is 16.7 (I rarely drive like this). 3. I have an IB5 manual transmission. The box is good, it switches clearly, but there are also negative points. Gears are poorly synchronized when switching from 2 to 1 (this is infuriating, such a switch is typical for traffic jams), reverse gear as it turned out without a synchronizer at all, it can even fly out sometimes or turn on with a crunch like on a pelvis. Missing 6th gear. Do not take the robot for anything, it breaks down a lot and slows down a lot and gets confused in traffic jams, jerks and twitches are noticed. On the updated ff3 ( new body) like they should start putting classic machine, here you can take it, check with FORD. 4. Noise isolation is generally not bad, but at a speed of more than 100, it is difficult to calmly communicate, it is very noisy. To be treated with soundproofing of arches, floors, doors, ceilings (this is a good amount for an already expensive car, but on its own it is time-consuming and laborious, but you can be on vacation for a week and swearing; I didn’t master it completely). 5. The quality of the materials in the cabin is low (it looks good, but this is an optical illusion). Soft plastic only on the dashboard, the rest is very oaky and creaky. I tried to overcome squeaks, crickets with the help of Shumka and anti-squeak materials, I did a lot of things, but I didn’t get rid of it to the end, it’s very annoying at such a cost of a car. Some connections are poorly made, there are crooked joints (they are usually hidden and do not catch the eye). 6. Ground clearance is too small. In winter, driving is difficult, the car easily gets stuck due to weight and height (not a serious problem, it requires care). 7. Halogen light is not enough, you need lint xenon. eight. Windshield at a very strong angle, the wipers do not clean well (I change often). I don't have heating windshield, but I know for sure that in 100% of the car with forehead heating it bursts and cracks. 9. Paintwork is very weak. The entire bumper and hood are chipped. Immediately book the bumper, hood, headlights, glass with film. 10. The climate does not work very adequately, in comparison with Toyota, for example. Always in manual mode, so take the air conditioner and do not overpay. 11. Dealers are terrible. They don’t know anything about cars except how to wash and change the oil, with a guarantee they dynamize to the fullest. Maintenance costs are unreasonably high. Ford in Moscow is generally inadequate, is not responsible for anything, does not control dealers, they sold the car and burn everything with a blue flame. 12. In the cabin, due to its cosmic design, including a long almost meter long panel, it is difficult to clean up the mess, and cleaning the glass from the inside is generally a disaster. There are only two pleasant moments associated with any car. The moment of purchase and the moment of sale.
First time car Ford Focus III was presented at the Detroit Auto Show in 2010. The car belongs to the small middle class C and complies with Euro-5 European environmental standards. In the summer of 2011 on Russian plant Ford concern in Vsevolozhsk (a suburb of St. Petersburg) began to assemble cars of this model with sedan and hatchback bodies.
The information is relevant for Ford Focus 3 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 models.
1.6 liter gasoline engines (105 hp) are installed on cars; 1.6 l (125 hp); 2.0 l (150 hp) and five-speed manual or six-speed robotic gearboxes.
In Russia, the car is offered in four basic trim levels:
- Ambiente (engine only 1.6 l with 105 hp and manual gearbox, body type sedan or hatchback) - ABS, brake force distribution (EBD), 2 airbags, driver's seat height adjustment, central locking, alarm, power front doors, adjustable steering column for reach and tilt, full-size spare wheel, power rear-view mirrors, R16 stamped wheels with decorative caps, proprietary Ford Easy Fuel fuel filler design without the use of plugs, audio system radio / USB with 6 speakers. As additional options, a 3.5 "monochrome display and mechanically controlled air conditioning can be installed;
- Trend (engines 1.6 l 105 hp with manual gearbox or 1.6 l 125 hp with manual gearbox or automatic gearbox, body type sedan or hatchback) - in addition to the equipment of the Ambiente configuration, a radio / USB audio system with 6 speakers, 3.5" monochrome display, air conditioning with mechanical control, heated rear-view mirrors, door handles in body color. Additional options can be installed: heated windshield and windshield washer nozzles, heated front seats, fog lights, R16 light alloy wheels, steering wheel audio control unit, parking aid in reverse, electric folding mirrors, power windows rear doors;
- Trend Sport (engines 1.6L 105HP with manual gearbox, 1.6L 125HP with manual or automatic gearbox or 2.0L 150HP with manual or automatic gearbox) - Optional Trend equipment is equipped with R16 light alloy wheels, Electronic Stability Program (ESP) with assistance system emergency braking(EVA), emergency brake assist, sports front seats, fog lights, steering wheel audio control unit, heated front seats, rear power windows, side airbags safety, adjustable lumbar support for the driver's seat. As additional options, the following can be installed: windshield heating, light sensor, rain sensor, dual-zone climate control, parking assistance system, electric folding mirrors;
- Titanium (engines 1.6 l 105 hp with manual gearbox, 1.6 l 125 hp with manual gearbox or automatic gearbox or 2.0 l 150 hp with manual gearbox or automatic gearbox) - optional.
the Trend Sport equipment is equipped with a light sensor, a rain sensor, dual-zone climate control, a Ford Power engine start button, driver and front passenger footwell lights, hill-start assist, a folding center armrest in the rear seat, adjustable lumbar support front passenger seat. As additional options, an electric driver's seat and R17 alloy wheels can be installed.
In the complete set of cars for Russian market includes engine and sill guards, all-wheel mudguards and a full-size spare tire.
Bodies of all modifications ford cars Focus III load-bearing, all-metal, welded construction with hinged front fenders, doors, hood and trunk lid (tailgate). windshield and rear glass(tailgate glass) glued. The driver's seat is adjustable in the longitudinal direction, in terms of backrest tilt and height, the front passenger seat in the longitudinal direction and in terms of backrest. Depending on equipment, the vehicle may be equipped with adjustable lumbar support for the driver's seat, adjustable lumbar support for the front passenger seat and power driver's seat. The front and rear seats are equipped with height-adjustable head restraints. Back rear seat can be folded forward in parts in a ratio of 40:60.
The transmission is made according to the front-wheel drive scheme with front-wheel drives equipped with equal joint angular velocities. In the basic configuration, cars are equipped with a five-speed mechanical box gears. On vehicles with 1.6 l (125 hp) and 2.0 l (150 hp) engines, a six-speed robotic box gears.
MacPherson type front suspension, independent, spring, with stabilizer roll stability, with hydraulic shock absorbers. The rear suspension is independent, spring, multi-link, with anti-roll bar.
Brake mechanisms front and rear wheels disk, ventilated, with a floating bracket. Brake system equipped vacuum booster.
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF VEHICLES (Table 1.1) |
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| Parameter | Sedan | station wagon | Hatchback |
| Number of seats/doors | 5/4 | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Minimum ground clearance under the crankcase, mm | 140 | ||
| External overall turning radius, m, no more | 5,5 | ||
| Vehicle overall dimensions, mm | See fig. 1.2 | See fig. 1.3 | See fig. 1.1 |
| Weight of equipped vehicle, kg | |||
| 1290 | 1307 | 1270 | |
| with 1.6l engine (125 hp) | 1296(1324)* | 1312 | 1276(1316)* |
| 1333 (1348)* | 1386 | 1323(1337)* | |
| Gross weight of the equipped car, kg | |||
| with 1.6 l engine (105 hp) | 1825 | 1825 | 1825 |
| with 1.6l engine (125 hp) | 1825 | 1825 | 1825 |
| with 2.0 l engine (150hp) | 1875(1900}* | 1935 | 1875(1900}* |
| Luggage capacity, l | 372 | 425 | 277 |
Dynamic characteristics |
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| Maximum vehicle speed, km/h | |||
| with 1.6 l engine (105 hp) | 189 | 187 | 187 |
| with 1.6 l engine (125 hp) | 198 (195)* | 196 | 196(193)* |
| with 2.0 l engine (150 l, s.) | 206 (202)* | 204 | 204(200)* |
| Vehicle acceleration time from 0 to 100 km/h, s | |||
| with 1.6 l engine (105 hp) | 12,4 | 12,5 | 12,3 |
| with 1.6l engine (125 hp) | 11 | 11,1 | 10,9 |
| with 2.0 l engine (150 hp) | 9,3 (9,4)* | 9,3 (9,4)* | 9,2 (9,3)* |
| Gasoline with octane rating, not less | 95 | 95 | 95 |
| Fuel consumption of a car with an engine of 1.6 liters (105 hp), l / 100 km: | |||
| urban cycle | 8 | 7,8 | 8 |
| suburban cycle | 4,8 | 4,9 | 4,7 |
| mixed cycle | 6 | 6 | 5,9 |
| Fuel consumption of a car with an engine of 1.6 l (125 hp), l / 100 km: | |||
| urban cycle | 8,1 | 7,8 | 8 |
| suburban cycle | 4,8 | 4,9 | 4,7 |
| mixed cycle | 6 | 6 | 5,9 |
| Fuel consumption of a car with a 2.0 l engine (150 hp), l / 100 km: | |||
| urban cycle | 9,1 | there is no data | 9,1 |
| suburban cycle | 5 | there is no data | 5 |
| mixed cycle | 6,4 | there is no data | 6,4 |
Transmission |
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| Clutch | Single disc, dry, with diaphragm pressure spring | ||
| Clutch Release Drive | Hydraulic | ||
| Manual Transmission | Five-speed, with synchronizers in all forward gears | ||
| Robotic gearbox | GETRAG Powershift Transmission 6DCT250 six-speed dual dry clutch with electromechanical drive | ||
| Front wheel drive | Shafts with constant velocity joints | ||
Chassis |
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| Front suspension | Independent, with shock absorbers, with coil springs, lower wishbones, with anti-roll bar | ||
| Rear suspension | Independent, with shock absorbers, with coil springs, with longitudinal and transverse levers and anti-roll bar | ||
| Wheel disks | Steel stamp-welded or cast light-alloy | ||
| Tires | Radial, Low Profile, Tubeless 205/55/16 or 205/50/17 | ||
Steering |
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| A type | Safety, with adjustable tilt steering column, with electric power steering | ||
| Steering gear | rack and pinion | ||
Brake system |
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| Service brake drive | Hydraulic, double-circuit, separate, made with vacuum booster and anti-blocking pressure regulator and in a diagonal pattern, full-time brake system (ABS) |
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| Service brakes: | |||
| front | Disc, ventilated, floating caliper | ||
| rear | Disc, floating caliper | ||
| Parking brake | With a mechanical drive to the rear wheels from the floor lever, with an alarm signaling the inclusion | ||
electrical equipment |
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| wiring diagram | Single wire, negative pole connected to ground | ||
| Rated voltage, V | 12 | ||
| Accumulator battery | Starter, maintenance-free, with a capacity of 55 Ah | ||
| Generator | AC, with built-in rectifier unit and voltage regulator | ||
| Starter | WITH remote control with electromagnetic activation and freewheel | ||
| A type | All-metal, load-bearing, front and rear protected by bumpers with energy-absorbing elements | ||
The steering is safety, with a rack and pinion type steering mechanism, with an electric booster.
The steering column is adjustable for reach and tilt. The frontal airbag is located in the steering wheel hub. 
All cars are equipped with inertial diagonal seat belts for all seats. 
The overall dimensions of the car with a hatchback body are shown in fig. 1.1, with a sedan body - in fig. 1.2, with a station wagon body - in fig. 1.3. Specifications cars are given in table. 1.1. The technical characteristics of the engines are given in Table. 1.2. Elements of a car with a 1.6 l Duratec Ti-VCT engine (105 hp), located in the engine compartment, are shown in fig. 1.4. The main units of cars (bottom view, front and rear) are shown in fig. 1.5 and 1.6.
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF ENGINES |
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| Model | 1.6L Duratec Ti-VCT | 2.0L Duratec Ti-VCT |
| engine's type | Petrol, four-cylinder, in-line, with two camshafts, with independent variable valve timing, with multiport fuel injection system and spark ignition | Petrol, four-cylinder, in-line, with two camshafts, with independent change in valve timing with a direct fuel injection system and spark ignition |
| Working volume, cm3 | 1596 | 1999 |
| Cylinder diameter x piston stroke, mm | 79.0x81.4 | 87.5x83.1 |
| Rated compression ratio | 11 | 10,8 |
| Number of valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Rated power according to GOST 14846-81 (net), kW (hp) | 77 (105) or 92 (125) | 110(150) |
| Engine crankshaft speed at rated power, min | 6000 | 6000 |
| Maximum torque according to GOST 14846-81 (net), N^m | 150 or 159 | 202 |
| Engine speed at maximum torque | 4000 | 4000 |
Rice. 1.4. The engine compartment of a car with a 1.6 liter Duratec Ti-VCT engine (105 hp): 1 - expansion tank of the engine cooling system; 2 - cork expansion tank; 3 - top cover of the gas distribution mechanism drive; 4 - oil filler cap; 5 - cylinder head cover; 6 - ignition coil; 7 - main tank brake cylinder; 8 - accumulator battery; 9 - mounting block relays, fuses and fusible links; 10 - air filter; 11 - mass air flow sensor; 12 - air supply sleeve; 13 - throttle assembly; 14 - fuel rail; 15 - hood stop; 16 - oil level indicator (oil dipstick); 17 - hood lock retainer; 18 - generator; 19 - right support of the power unit; 20 - windshield washer reservoir
Fig 1.5. The main units of a car with a 1.6 l Duratec Ti-VCT engine (105 hp) (bottom view, engine protection removed): 1 - air conditioning compressor drive belt (may not be installed depending on the configuration); 2 - air conditioning compressor (may not be installed depending on the configuration); 3 - engine; 4 - oil filter; 5 - oil heat exchanger; 6 - gearbox; 7 - plug holes for draining oil from the gearbox; 8 - gear shift mechanism; 9 - left drive front wheel; 10 - brake mechanism of the front wheel; eleven - Tie Rod; 12 - front suspension arm; 13 - rear support of the power unit; 14 - cross member of the front suspension; 15 - catalytic converters exhaust gases; sixteen - intermediate shaft; 17 - plug hole for draining oil from the engine; 18 - right front wheel drive.
Rice. 1.6. The main units of the car (bottom rear view): 1 - brake mechanism rear wheel; 2 - spring rear suspension; 3 - silencer mounting cushion; 4 - mounting of the anti-roll bar; 5 - lower rear wishbone rear suspension; 6 - rear suspension cross member; 7 - silencer; 8 - carbon adsorber of the fuel vapor recovery system; 9 - filling pipe of the fuel tank; 10 - rear suspension shock absorber; 11 - trailing arm of the rear suspension; 12 - lower front transverse arm of the rear suspension; 13 - stabilizer bar of the rear suspension; 14- fuel tank; 15 - muffler pipe
Ford Focus III, 2013
1.6 MT (125 hp), owned for 6 years
Good day. I'll tell you the story of owning my Ford, with numbers. I provide a personal subjective opinion, + some dry objective facts, draw the conclusion, as they say yourself. So. In 2013, the question arose of buying a car. I drove into the Hyundai center, examined the available cars, looked at the prices and decided that before making a fatal mistake in my life, I should look at the assortment of Citroen, Skoda and Ford. In Citroen, they offered the same quality as in Hyundai, only at a higher price, of course, for a badge. Fords initially, even in the most minimal configuration better quality than Hyundai and the same Citroens, but the price, of course, is higher. Disappointed, I turned around and moved to the exit, when the manager stopped me and offered to inspect the car. Well, why not, yes? Inspected - liked it, took it. And so I became the proud owner of the Ford Focus III Trend Sport. Briefly about it: 1.6 engine, 125 hp. mechanics, rich equipment. I live and work in different cities and drive at least 120 km a day, I drive along the highway, the road is mostly good. My driving style is moderate - ie. I accelerate, brake, overtake, etc. smoothly, the average speed on the highway is about 110-120 km / h. I see no reason to keep the speed higher for a number of reasons, which I will miss in the recall. General impressions for six years of owning a car: - Outwardly, the Ford looks decent. - Inside, in front, there is enough space, the seats are comfortable, with lateral support. The driver's seat is adjustable in height, reach, etc., it is very convenient and easy to adjust everything for yourself. However, in the back, there is practically no space left in the passenger seats, it’s already becoming uncomfortable for two guys of an average configuration, talking about big guys, like me and my friends, it doesn’t make sense at all - there is zero for such places in the back, so those who are the largest were put forward, and the rest sat in the back. The trunk is good in terms of displacement, but it’s still tight in height. - The salon is very ergonomic, pleasant bluish lighting does not strain the eyes, everything you need is at hand. Shumkov I have nothing to compare, so I'll miss this point. In general, the cabin is quite quiet. - In terms of visibility, it could be better, the left pillar slightly blocks the view, which meant that a couple of times there were dangerous situations. - The hodovka is pretty tough, like a tram. This is mainly due to the fact that the wheels are 16 low profile, but also because the suspension is reinforced, according to the manufacturer. On this basis, I got a small plug when I changed the racks - some other ones go through the fault, such that almost no one had them in stock. Landing is quite low. An interesting feature, I got stuck in the mud a couple of times, but with the help of a friend I calmly left, the fact is that this car somehow blocks ... not a differential, the car doesn’t have it, but something there, in the drives ... in such a way that both front wheels rotate, and not just the one that is easier, that’s why I drove out, I gas, friend pushes) - Petrol engine PNDA 125 hp essentially a modified 115 hp engine. second focus with corrected sores of the latter. According to the manufacturer's data, the resource is 250 t.km, in practice, they calmly go 400-450 t.km. Starts up in winter with no problem. The engine in combination with a five-speed manual gearbox, the car shows amazing dynamics, as my friend noted - the dynamics are comparable to the Toyota 1G-FE. In the city, it is enough for the eyes, but on the highway there is a lack of strength - all the same, the 1.6 engine. For example, in order to overtake a truck, it is better to shift from fifth to fourth, but to third, then the maneuver will turn out great. The sports equipment is crammed with various inconspicuous but pleasant stray items, such as ESP, hill starting assistance, etc. One of the amenities is that when picking up speed, after releasing the gas to shift gears, they do not immediately drop to zero, but are set and stay at a certain number, depending on the speed. Those. the computer synchronizes the engine speed to the speed of the box / I will make a reservation right away, I don’t know if it’s the same on other tricks or not / - The head light, while the halogens were on, does not shine at all, you can’t see anything, especially in the slush. Wet dirt gets on heated lamps, dries up and visibility goes to zero. Since I mainly drive on the highway, it is quite natural that the entire hood, front windshield bumper and fenders were covered with micro-and not only chips, but not a single camelina appeared in 6 years, the iron was perfectly processed by the factory. However, on the rear wing, in the area of the arch, the paint is peeling off, as I understand it on all Fords, nothing critical. - Electrical. This is a separate issue. Frequently changed lamps daylight. The rear brake lights and tumanok do not understand why they burn out, they also changed often. For a while I noticed that when I stopped at a gas station, only the floor of the car was lit up, i.e. only one side of the DRL and dimensions from the side of the tank. Later I read that this was done by the factory intentionally to highlight a specific side when stopping on the highway or anywhere else. And it can be run at will.
We are talking about a car whose popularity in Russia has gone through all the stages of fame. And indeed it is. For all the years of its existence, in the domestic market, Ford Focus has overcome milestone of 800 thousand cars sold, while the car itself has undergone 3 body generations and several restylings.
Today is not beyond the threshold, already the fourth generation of Focuses (expected in 2019). But the level of attraction, to truly people's car, the Russians gradually begin to cool.
Based on the analysis of sales over the past 10 years, it is safe to say that the peak of popularity, fell precisely on the second generation of the car, namely at the turn of 2006-2009. At the same time as the global economic crisis hit...
The appearance of the third generation, first occurred in early 2010, and the start of active sales in the Russian Federation began a little more than a year later. New episode was built on the platform of a younger brother, and its design was slightly modernized by improving the rear independent suspension and stretchers. It is also worth noting that now the automaker has refused to produce cars in the hatchback body with three doors and a coupe-cabriolet.
To date, domestic consumer available range of three main power units. As standard, a 1.6-liter gasoline engine with a power of 105 hp is considered, which can be paired with both a 5-speed manual transmission and a 6-speed automatic transmission.
Separately, I would like to mention the motor, which is rarely found on the market and is installed exclusively for hatchbacks. Petrol aspirated 1.6 l. 85 hp, doing its job only in tandem with the "mechanics". A sort of economy option, available only in the lowest configuration.
Middle option in the line power plants, belongs gasoline unit volume of 1.6 liters, 125 hp. and a torque of 159 N.m. This engine, considered the most sought after among domestic motorists and apparently the best in the line. It has good and torquey dynamics, not high flow fuel and greater maintainability, compared to the powerful turbocharged counterpart 1.5 EcoBoost.
Top Gas engine turbocharged, EcoBoost family, with a working volume of 1.5 liters, produces 150 horsepower and 240 N.m of torque. According to the manufacturer, this unit was created specifically for Russian conditions. Its features are considered to be the consumption of 92 gasoline and quick warm-up in winter time. By car, it is used only with a 6-speed automatic transmission.
As for diesel engines, they are not officially supplied to Russia, although in other countries, their sales occupy the lion's share. If you are offered a used version with a diesel engine, then most likely this car was imported from abroad.
For better or worse was the Ford Focus 3
What are the pros and cons
1. Suspension. Compared to the previous series, the chassis design has been finalized and modernized. Settings have acquired more comfortable notes. Now, small holes and cracks in the asphalt are practically not noticeable. In the front, MacPherson strut is also used, and at the back there is a traditional multi-link. This tandem has won more than once in stability and controllability over the "semi-independent". By the way, the obvious rival of the Focus, the Skoda Octavia 3, in the lower trim levels, has an ordinary beam at the back.
2. Salon space. The quality of the finish in the new generation has grown by almost two heads compared to its predecessor. The central panel is made of soft-touch plastic, the steering wheel has become much more comfortable and has recesses for the fingers, and ergonomics as a whole has acquired a sporty character. The front passenger seats, as if borrowed from famous sports cars, and the lateral and lumbar support, as if hugging the driver. In general, it is worth noting that the interior design received a certain space theme, a little familiar to us from some American cars, General Motors Corporation. But note that nothing of the kind is found in German, Asian or Japanese competitors.
3. Noise isolation. V Ford showroom Focus 3 has become significantly quieter. The owners of both previous generations know firsthand how annoying the roar of the engine and the whistle of the wind can be. Now the situation has changed in better side. But in order to feel in the cabin, all the charms of silence and tranquility, you need to take the car in a richer configuration. (the level of sound insulation depends on the configuration)
4. Lots of support systems. A whole breakthrough in this area belongs to the Ford concern. V basic equipment, cars are already supplied electronic systems directional stability, traction control, emergency braking assistance, hill start, as well as ABS and EBD. Few of the competitors can boast of such a “bouquet” in the standard package. As for the top versions, here the "American" is trying to be ahead of the rest. Here and an innovative parking assistance function, and an automatic deceleration system, and monitoring of blind spots, and a tire pressure monitoring system, as well as cruise control with the option of adjusting speed limits.
5. Reliable motors. Since ancient times, the Ford Focus slogan sounded like: "Quality changes everything!". And this is truly true. If somewhere it was possible to save money on a car, it was definitely not on its engine. All Focus motors have good traction, unpretentiousness and high resource. These indicators, among other things, have been repeatedly confirmed on commercial vehicles, special services cars and taxis.
Value for money, quality and reliability
A little about the pros and cons
At large external dimensions, inside the cabin is quite crowded, especially for rear passengers. In front, the place is eaten up by a large central panel and anatomical chairs. At some point, it seems that everything is specially done this way, for better functionality and convenience. To some extent, this is true, but only the excess of free space, unfortunately, has diminished. Legroom for rear passengers is extremely small (affects the shortest wheelbase in the classroom), and the slope of the roof, put pressure on the head even for not tall people. Perhaps this is one of the most major shortcomings cars, "large on the outside, cramped on the inside." The Skoda Octavia has been recognized as the niche leader for more than one year, since the Mazda 3 or Kia Sead is also significantly inferior to it.
Not high ground clearance can be an extremely unpleasant factor for lovers of nature trips or fishing. At the start of sales ground clearance was only 14 centimeters, and after a while, for Russia it was increased to 16.5 cm. Cars imported from Europe are usually a little lower.
Front wheel bearings, in bad road conditions, rarely take care of more than 50 thousand km, and even less with a sloppy driving style. The element of the "American", apparently, urban highways with good coverage and no country road.
Weak rear shock absorbers, the average resource of which is almost 2 times less than the front ones. Therefore, a full load of stern for a car is highly undesirable, and there is not much space in the trunk.
The windshield is easily cracked and chipped by rocks. If heated glass is installed, in addition to everything else, it still has a tendency to crack from overheating in winter.
Ford Focus always finds its buyer, regardless of generation. The first Focus will please those who appreciate good driving performance, and the second - those who are looking for an inexpensive roomy car devoid of serious shortcomings.
The Ford Focus Mk.III debuted in 2011 and went through a facelift in 2015.
The third Focus can compete with any of its predecessors, but, unfortunately, it has lost some of its practicality. Inside is not as free as in the Ford Focus 2. Part of the space was eaten by an enlarged front panel, which forced the driver and passenger seats to move back. As a result, the second row became a little tighter.
You don't have to rely on a big trunk either. The 5-door hatchback with a spare tire under the floor offers just 300 liters. Far from ideal and station wagon, which has at its disposal 490 liters. Disappointing and sedan. Instead of the standard 500 liters for the segment, the owner will find only 475.
As befits modern car, Ford Focus 3 can be equipped with numerous safety systems, in particular: parking assistant, lane change warning system, automatic high beam, traffic sign recognition system, adaptive cruise control, blind spot monitoring system. Most of them were available only in the richest trim levels and only for a fee.
Many people will like the interior design. It looks nice and modern. True, the multimedia screen, by modern standards, seems too small.
Engines
Ford Focus 3 got a wide range of powertrains. The backbone is formed by 1.6-liter aspirated Duratec with a capacity of 85, 105 and 125 hp. As an alternative for Europeans, a 1.0-liter 3-cylinder EcoBoost was available with a return of 100 or 125 hp. A 1.6-liter EcoBoost was also offered there, generating 150 or 182 hp. In Russia, the top was appointed Duratec with a capacity of 2.0 liters, developing 150 hp. After restyling, its place was taken by a 1.5-liter Ecoboost with a return of 150 hp.
On the European market, cars were also offered with diesel engines of 2.0 and 1.6 liters. Both turbodiesels were created jointly with the PSA concern, but the aggregate part does not completely coincide with the French counterparts used by Peugeot and Citroen.
Which engine to choose?
Those who buy a Ford Focus 3 with a mileage of more than 100,000 km, of course, should only consider gasoline aspirated. This is the most safe choice. In the event of a malfunction, the motor will not require large repair costs. The 1.6-liter Duratec uses a Ti-VCT variable valve timing system and port fuel injection. The main thing is to periodically check the valve clearance and change the timing belt every 120,000 km. The 2-liter engine has a chain-type timing drive. And instead of distributed injection, it is equipped with direct injection.
The EcoBoost series motors have a similar design to Duratec. But turbocharging and direct injection radically change the character of the engine. It becomes not only dynamic, but also economical. At least as long as the driver maintains a calm manner of driving. It should be understood that the Ecoboost series units are a typical example of downsizing. small engines work at high loads and therefore have a limited resource.
Concerning diesel versions, then it is better to choose a 2-liter engine. But it will be difficult to find it. 2.0 TDCi is devoid of serious shortcomings and is able to overcome more than 200,000 km without any problems. Reliable enough and 1.6 TDCi. Both turbodiesels need periodic timing belt replacement.
Typical problems and malfunctions
Transmission
In general, the third Ford Focus is not problem car. In any case, if the PowerShift robotic gearbox is not installed. The most harmless ailment is oil leakage in the area of \u200b\u200bthe right axle shaft. It is much more unpleasant if the TCM box control module fails (35,000 rubles) or the clutch unit wears out prematurely (30,000 rubles).
The leakage of the oil seal of the right axle shaft is also observed in cars with a manual gearbox.
Engines
Fortunately, mechanical part gasoline engines does not cause any problems. You only have to deal with trifles, such as the worn-out right support of the power unit (7,000 rubles), which failed oxygen sensor(3,000 rubles), fuel pump in the tank (15,000 rubles) or leaking solenoid valve adjusting the timing phases (3,000 rubles).
It is worth noting that in fuel system 2 liter Duratec used pump high pressure. HPFP is sensitive to fuel quality. A neglectful attitude to the choice of gas stations can cost the owner from 20 to 30 thousand rubles.
At the moment, there are few complaints about EcoBoost. Among the recurring faults, only mass air flow sensors (MAP) are listed. There are also complaints about the engine control program, in which errors are periodically detected. However, the problem is typical for all powertrains, which Ford solves with regular software updates.
Chassis
The suspension is able to withstand 100,000 km without intervention. Later you will have to replace the stabilizer struts, thrust bearings, and sometimes one of the front arms. After 150,000 km, it is the turn of wheel bearings and shock absorbers.
For your information: the suspension was equipped with two interchangeable types of levers - steel and aluminum. In the first case, the ball joint can be replaced separately, and in the second case, only together with the lever.
Steering rack knock is a common thing. extraneous sounds, as a rule, they pester only on unpaved surfaces, where the car moves quite rarely. Fortunately, this defect does not affect security. In rare cases, repairs may be needed to the electric power steering (10-20 thousand rubles).
Electrician
Power supply problems occur after 150-200 thousand km due to generator failure, as a result of brush wear or a voltage regulator malfunction. Per new generator you will have to pay about 10,000 rubles, and for the regulator - about 3,000 rubles.
Electrical failures can also be caused by a failure of the BCM (GEM module). Water from the washer gets on its contacts.
Body and interior
Corrosion, if it occurs, is only on the elements of the chassis and exhaust system. Its presence does not cause any concern. After winter, you should check the shutters that cover the radiator grille to quickly reach the operating temperature of the engine. Due to contamination, they may remain in the closed position. The device was installed only on diesel modifications.
Quite often, owners complain about fogging of the front and rear optics. In addition, they note the periodic appearance of a small amount of water in the trunk (from the vents hidden by the bumper) or in the front passenger's feet (from the air conditioning evaporator).
Sometimes the head unit or the electric window drive fails (drive corrosion). With age, interior elements and the stove motor begin to make noise (7,000 rubles).
Market situation
Today, a worthy copy can be purchased for 440,000 rubles. Among the proposals, versions with a 1.6-liter gasoline aspirated dominate. There are four times fewer cars with a 2-liter Duratec, and diesel modifications and inflatable Ecoboost can be counted on the fingers.
Conclusion
Certainly, third Focus not the best representative of the class. He lacks interior space, and the workmanship is average, but he is held in high esteem in the secondary market. Nothing surprising. Focus falls short of the ideal quite a bit, and the cost of purchase and maintenance is low.
