The 1st generation Ford Focus hatchback celebrated its world premiere at the 1998 Geneva Motor Show alongside the three-box model. On the conveyor, the car lasted until 2004, having previously experienced a planned modernization in 2002.
The exterior of the "Focus" in the hatchback body is cut in the style of "New edge", and, in fact, to the line of the rear windows, it is completely identical to the sedan (this concerns the five-door version, the three-door has some differences). But due to the layout of the rear, a more dynamic and holistic look is created, in which sharp corners and soft lines have successfully coexisted, although the former still prevail.
The first generation Ford Focus hatchback was available in three- and five-door solutions. The length of the car is 4152 mm, width - 1698-1702 mm, height - 1430-1460 mm, wheelbase - 2615 mm. From the bottom to the roadbed, it has 170 mm (clearance).
The interior of "Focus" in the back of a hatchback in architecture and design does not differ from the interior decoration of the three-volume model: an informative dashboard, an original center console with a large number of complex lines and logical placement of the main controls, high-quality finishing materials and a high-quality level of performance.
The 1st generation Ford Focus hatchback has seats with an optimal profile and sufficient adjustment ranges. The rear sofa can easily accommodate three adult passengers, only there is not much headroom in the legs.
For the transportation of luggage in the arsenal of the five-door "Focus" there is a 396-liter cargo compartment, in the three-door model it is 46 liters less. By folding the backrests of the second row of seats separately, the usable volume increases to 1200 liters. In the underground, a full-size spare wheel and a set of necessary tools.
The first generation Ford Focus hatchback was equipped with four gasoline and two diesel engines. The petrol range is formed by the Zetec series engines with a volume of 1.4 to 2.0 liters, having at their disposal from 75 to 130 horsepower and from 123 to 183 Nm of torque. A turbocharged diesel engine with a volume of 2.0 liters generates 90 forces and 200 Nm of peak thrust, and its more powerful version - 26 "horses" and 50 Nm more. In tandem with the units, a 5-speed "mechanics" or a 4-speed "automatic" were offered.
In all technical parameters, the "Focus" in the hatchback body is identical to the sedan: the Ford C170 platform, fully independent suspension (MacPherson struts and multi-link are used in front and rear, respectively), power steering, braking system with ventilated discs on the front wheels and drums on the rear (in expensive versions - with discs).
In the secondary market of Russia, it is possible to become the owner of the first generation Ford Focus hatchback in 2015 at a price of 150,000 to 250,000 rubles, and the specific cost strongly depends on the technical condition of the car, its year of manufacture and the level of equipment.
The Ford Focus car, which replaced "", began to be produced in Germany and Spain since 1998. A year later, the production of this model began in the USA and Mexico, and in 2002 "Focus" was put on the conveyor of a new plant in Vsevolzhsk, Leningrad Region.
The car was offered with sedan, hatchback (three- and five-door) and station wagon bodies. The Ford Focus was equipped with petrol engines 1.4 (75 hp), 1.6 (101 hp), 1.8 (114 hp) and 2.0 (130 hp). The 1.8-liter turbo diesel had versions with a capacity of 90 and 116 liters. from.
In 2002, “charged” versions of the Focus ST170 and Focus RS appeared. The ST modification had a two-liter Duratec engine under the hood, boosted to 170 hp. with., and "Ereska" (which was produced only 4500 pieces) was equipped with a turbocharged version of the same engine with a capacity of 215 liters. from.
With the appearance of the second "Focus" in 2004, the production of the first generation cars in Europe ceased, and in the American market this model was sold until 2007. The American version of the car was equipped with 2 and 2.3 liter gasoline engines.
2nd generation, 2004
The second generation car debuted in 2004. The list of body types has appeared, and under the hood of European versions - new 1.6 and 2 liter turbodiesels. In the Russian market, the Ford Focus was offered with petrol engines 1.4 (80 hp), 1.6 (100 and 115 hp), 1.8 (125 hp) and 2.0 (145 hp), as well as 1.8 -liter turbodiesel with a capacity of 115 liters. from.
The "hot" hatchback Ford Focus ST received a five-cylinder turbocharged engine with a volume of 2.5 liters, and in the RS version this engine was boosted to 305 "horses". In 2010, the 345-strong special version of the RS500 was produced with a circulation of 500 cars.
In 2008, the model was restyled and was produced in this form until 2011. In China, this car is still produced at the Changan-Ford joint venture.
For the American market, from 2008 to 2011, a factory in Michigan produced its own version of the "Focus" significantly different from the European one. This car had versions with sedan and coupe bodies, and under the hood it had a two-liter engine with a capacity of 140 hp. from.
Ford Focus I modifications
Ford Focus I 1.4 MT
Ford Focus I 1.6 MT 98 hp
Ford Focus I 1.6 MT 100 hp
Ford Focus I 1.6 AT 100 hp
Ford Focus I 1.8 MT
Ford Focus I 1.8 TDi MT 75 hp
Ford Focus I 1.8 TDi MT 90 hp
Ford Focus I 1.8 TDCi MT 101 hp
Ford Focus I 1.8 TDCi MT 115 hp
Ford Focus I 2.0 MT
Ford Focus I 2.0 AT
Classmates Ford Focus I by price
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Ford Focus I Owner Reviews
Ford Focus I, 2000
The car was originally chosen for the driver and one passenger. Therefore, the choice fell on a 3-door hatchback - the doors are large, no one will get in behind without asking. So, in the city, the 1.6 engine in combination with the “automatic”, no matter how frightening, did not disappoint at all. At an average speed (by computer) of 30 km, 100 hp. more than enough. And with a calm acceleration style of most drivers, it is not difficult to leave among the first from a traffic light. At the same time, the Ford Focus I is perfectly controlled, the steering wheel has a clear feedback. The straightforward steering is complemented by effective brakes (even with rear drums) and an ABS (I definitely recommend) that works on time.
In short, Ford engineers don't get their money for nothing. A barrel of honey turned out, but you have to add a small fly in the ointment. So, of the minuses, I will note, I will note: with the air conditioner on, the consumption in the city grows to 12 liters. And yet there are many of them. If you leave the entrance, you can count 5 pieces in the yard without leaving the place. But the machine is liquid and the secondary price is very pleasant. So, the conclusion: if you do not care about imaginary prestige, but quality and reliability are important - take the Ford Focus I. If the budget is important to you - do not pay for options that are, again, supposedly prestigious - but are not needed (climate control).
Advantages : handling, reliability, ergonomics
disadvantages : increased price. Mass character.
Vladislav, Moscow
Ford Focus I, 2000
Ford Focus I - the car is quite comfortable and pleasant. The landing is close to ideal, the driver's seat is adjustable in height, the steering wheel is in height and reach, you can find a suitable position. I would describe the landing as “normal”. The review is good, the mirrors are spherical, but the distortion is not strong, the adjacent row is visible, but there is not enough view through the row, aspherical (more curved at the edges) mirrors would not be in the way. Regular glasses are athermal. The low beam bulbs were constantly burning out, they shrugged their shoulders at the service, nothing was found on the forums either. You can change the right one without any problems, but to change the left one, you need to remove the battery, the box from it. The first time I did it, it took an hour, probably.
The engine always started without problems, the consumption in the city was 10 liters. It should be noted that this 1.6 8-valve, in contrast to the 16 valve, "eats" only 92 gasoline. Instead of a timing belt - a chain, serviced at 150 t.km. The network writes that this modification is more reliable than a 16-valve one, I cannot comment on this in any way. At 70 tons. Km began to start badly, at some point she refused outright, changed the candles, cleaned the throttle valve and everything is fine. The combination of engine and gearbox is very pleasing. The set of speed is very uniform, without dips and inappropriate accelerations. The dynamics are sufficient for the city, but generally rather weak, the competitors at "1.6" will be faster.
Advantages : comfort, design, handling, price.
disadvantages : dynamics.
Valery, St. Petersburg
Ford Focus I, 2002
I bought the car from my friend, whose wife had successfully driven it in the “home - kindergarten - shop” mode for a little less than 3 years. Actually, this is partly why the choice fell on this car, because I perfectly knew its history and mode of operation. What I liked: I have the so-called "winter" package installed and this, I want to note, is one of the most useful features in our conditions. And although I store my Ford Focus I in a heated underground parking and do not experience problems with the morning plant, nevertheless, it is sometimes nice to start the car in a frosty winter, turn on the heating of the windshield, rear window and mirrors (the washer nozzles are also heated), sit in the heated seats , and in 2-3 minutes you can go. Everything thaws and drains very quickly. No need to scrape off the glass in the cold.
Reliability: no surprises have happened during the operation. It is difficult to say whose merit is here. I just regularly went through all MOT, changed the oil and those. liquids, etc. Ford Focus I, due to the fact that maintenance is relatively inexpensive, makes it possible not to save on this. The clutch had to be changed for 65 thousand. Usually, as far as I know from experience, this spare part "runs" much longer, about 100 thousand, no less. But in my case, apparently, the driving style of the predecessor affected. Although she drove neatly, the clutch still, I think, "set on fire" - probably, at traffic lights she was waiting on the clutch, but started off with excessive gas. In general, I had to change, slipping of the transmission began to be felt when starting off.
Controllability: I'll be brief here, everyone knows this. Focus is one of the best for this parameter in its class. Still, the sophisticated "steering" rear suspension and a properly designed front suspension do their job!
The biggest problem I experienced with the Ford Focus I is replacing the left low beam bulb. The fact is that without removing the battery and the platform on which it is installed, you simply cannot reach the headlight cover. You need to really work with the keys. For girls, this operation will be practically impossible without a trip to the service.
Advantages : reliable, comfortable, unpretentious. Excellent handling. Inexpensive to maintain.
disadvantages : noisy on the track.
Edward, Moscow
Ford Focus I, 2005
For those who want to take a Ford Focus I. THEN every 10 thousand km. Original oil 1400 rubles. 5 liters. Oil filter from 350 rubles. Work on the Boche 400 rubles. Then we look at what needs to be changed or what the master will say, if you only believe him, otherwise they can cheat. Brake pads are not original from 900 rubles. (I put these, skated fine). The rear pads of the Ford Focus I run for a very long time, I did not change them, and neither did the previous owner. We immediately change the timing belt (on Ford it is very easy to twist the mileage), the replacement price is 3500 rubles. and the head does not hurt. Candles are also a budget from 200 rubles. a piece. On the chassis, everything is also budgetary, except for the rear link suspension - its replacement costs 20 thousand rubles. along with work, but she walks for a long time about 100 thousand km. The Ford Focus I thermostat is a weak point. Sometimes it lives less than 20 thousand km. They changed me under warranty (I took it in the saloon of used cars), although the tow truck was not paid. LKP - weak points trunk and doors. It is better to paint over the chips right away. Salon - for people of average height, there will be enough space both in front and behind. With my height 194 my back was numb. It is better not to take a car with a climate, with age it begins to "freak" (and the age for any decent), it is repaired only by official dealers, and the price tag there you yourself understand what. The machine loses power when the air conditioner is on significantly. So when overtaking it is better to turn it off. Engine 1.8 115 hp acceleration to 100 km - 10.7 sec. In its class (cars manufactured before 2005 and in the price category) there was no equal Ford Focus I. In the city, you have enough power for your eyes, on the track for 3-4 gears we confidently overtake. The car enters steep turns with confidence. The car provokes aggressive driving, so we are not stingy and put on good tires. On track 150 he walks confidently, faster is possible, but not necessary. When you raise the revs, the engine does not squeal, but growls in a bass, as it should be. In terms of fuel consumption - city 11, if we heat 13-14. Route from 7 to 9. Gasoline 95th. If you find a good option, then you can take the machine, the parts are inexpensive and the craftsmen know it by heart.
Advantages : inexpensive to maintain. Reliability. Comfort. Equipment. Provokes active driving.
disadvantages : climate control.
Oleg, St. Petersburg
Ford Focus I, 2003
I bought a Ford Focus I with 71,000 km. I am the third owner. I chose "Karisma", but there were all "killed". We were already leaving the reseller, when he offered to look into the garage where the Ford Focus I stood. We took a ride (he took it with a man who drove a car from Germany, went through them later). The man looked under the hood, looked, smelled, pogazoval and said: "take it, only the bumper was painted, the rest is ideal." I drove to the club service. Suspension diagnostics, oil changed, consumables. As a result, the recommendations - the ignition coil is cracked (you can drive, but it is dangerous, the "brains" can burn out), and on the rear suspension, replacement of the silent blocks of the trailing arms after 10-20 thousand km. Outwardly, I did not really like the Ford Focus I, of course, a cute face and awkward feed, but now I'm used to it. It is convenient for me (I am 190 cm), I went to the Moscow-Adler sea alone (the rest without a license). My back was not tired, only ringing in my ears was caused by poor noise insulation, a walkie-talkie and a radio tape recorder. Everyone has known about the dynamics for a long time, with its mass of 1.6 it is not enough, and if passengers and air conditioning, you will have to forget about overtaking. Although, if you turn 4-5 thousand revolutions, it is quite high-spirited. At the moment, the mileage is 140 thousand km. I travel a lot, often to "dalnyak" and a lot of work around the city. I do it every 10 thousand, because reluctance to break something on the way. Of the work done: silent blocks of trailing arms ("butterflies") about 7 thousand with work, ignition coil (5200 rubles), leaked clutch master cylinder (3300 rubles), half-axle bearing 2390 rubles, levers for spring 2990 per piece. original (sat on a concrete slab at speed). The clutch is still native, but grasps already at the end. Decide for yourself whether this is a lot or not enough for a 7-year-old Russian assembly.
Advantages : reliability. Unpretentiousness. Comfortable salon. Affordable spare parts.
disadvantages : insulation. Dynamics.
Alexander, Serpukhov
Ford Focus I, 2004
First impressions of the Ford Focus I - a high-torque engine, despite its 1.6 and 8 valves, elastic steering. The same elastic and knocked down suspension, clear shifting of the manual gearbox, excellent fit (I liked my sore back), the feeling of size is just at its height, despite the small mirrors. For 30 minutes I thought about the principle of turning on the headlights and wipers, how the hood opens. After the "Japanese", everything seemed different, but after traveling for three days, everything seemed more convenient than on the same "Japanese". From the "chips" of the package got climate control, which automatically maintains the set temperature, heated windshield, heated front seats, electric windows and electric mirrors, "sixteenth" wheels for casting, a steering column with tilt and reach, a remote key, and a good alarm with autostart. From the inherited "jambs" - a short crunch when switching to second gear, inoperative heating of the driver's seat, still unexplored squeaks in the suspension (irregularities do not affect handling and travel). I am very pleased with the fuel consumption of 8-9 liters, with warming up and frequent stops around the city. Judging by the calculation of the mileage on the filled gasoline, the Ford Focus I computer quite correctly calculates the average consumption. Not at all pleased with how the car gets dirty. Too much he throws mud from puddles on himself. On silver, of course, this is not as critical as on black, but it seems that I will appear more often in the sink than before. I cannot fail to note the clear handling on the road. Ford Focus I perfectly "steers" both in the parking lot and on a straight road. You can just relax while driving. Sounds from the street do not bother, apparently one of the previous owners did soundproofing, but I have not yet looked to see if it actually exists.
Advantages : manageability. Fuel consumption. Quite good dynamics.
disadvantages : gets dirty very quickly in bad weather.
Maxim, Prokopyevsk
Ford Focus I, 2005
We looked at the Ford Focus I, I liked it, the paint is native without chips, the seller is adequate, without an air conditioner, with a native radio tape recorder and a mileage of 108 thousand. Until 2012, it was serviced only by "officials", all the documents were and the mileage in mid-2012 was only 45 thousand km. There were 3 owners before me, the first 2 are pensioners, so apparently such a mileage, I decided to buy, gave me a Ford Focus I for 210 thousand. What can I say, I bought it and immediately drove to my friends in the service to watch the suspension, etc. they said they were lucky with the car, no one drove it, they drove carefully over the bumps, the mileage was real, and the whole suspension was almost dear. It was only necessary to change the rear bushings of 8 pieces, I bought the levers in the assembly of 2,200 rubles. for 2 pcs., German, bought 4 pure "silencers" for sickles 300 rubles. for one, the best, well, I changed the oil and all the filters. The oil was filled with purely "Ford" synthetics, 2100 for 5 liters, the whole replacement cost 2500 rubles. The revolutions jumped when I started up to 2000 thousand, and when I got under way on a cold one, they said to clean the throttle, cleaned it, nothing changed, the specialists said to change the candles, otherwise you can not steam, they say the disease. I warm up the Ford Focus I a little and it goes well, the consumption is normal, on the highway, if you drive 90-105, 6.3-6.5 liters of 95 gasoline (it is more economical than 92, although the recommendation is 91). At work, I drive all sorts of demonstration racks, the trunk is small, but when I fold the rear seats, it turns out huge and a lot of things fit. The interior is comfortable, I drive 500 km without fatigue, it's time to change the clutch, probably. at the end it works. The suspension is relatively soft, moderately harsh. In general, in general, I am satisfied with the purchase.
Advantages : soft suspension. Comfortable salon. Reliability. Consumption.
disadvantages : minor.
Igor, Pavlovsk
5 / 5 ( 1 voice)
Ford Focus is a compact car of the American company Ford. Since 1999, about 500,000 vehicles have been produced and sold on the territory of the Russian Federation. As of 2010, the car became the best-selling foreign vehicle in Russia. In European countries, the model is regularly included in the top ten most bought cars.
In addition, the car received the "Car of the Year in the Russian Federation 2012" award in the "Small middle class" section. The C-class family car has become the most popular model for Russian drivers. It replaced the already outdated version of the Escort, which was desperately begging for retirement. Initially, the new Focus was supposed to become a bestseller and became it almost immediately after it appeared on the automotive market. In this article you will find an overview and description of the first and second generation Ford Focus. All.
First generation (1998-2005)
Many believe the origin of the Focus was the appearance at the Geneva premiere of the concept version of the Ghia concept, which took place in 1992. The "cart" under the name CW170 was kept secret for a long time. A considerable number of foreign auto journalists believed that it would become the base for "Fiesta", but they were wrong. The American company has prepared a base for a completely different car - "Focus".
It's no secret that most of the "photo hunters" spied on the novelty, so their work appeared already in 1995. Of course, at that time it was not easy to talk about the details of the upcoming car, but any of her lines spoke of an irresistible trend of cardinal changes.
The newest design philosophy was initially "registered" officially on the humble Ka (1996), then on the Cougar (1998), and as a result, what many expected happened! Ford Focus has been officially unveiled.
It is interesting that the name of the car was approved only in the first part of 1998 - almost before the presentation of the new item. The management of the company hesitated for a long time whether to keep the name Escort for the new model or change the name, which would correspond to modern changes in the external appearance. It's not hard to guess what the Americans chose.
Drastic changes have affected not only the exterior, but also the interior of the vehicle. Graceful and free lines made me recall Mondeo a little, although, on the other hand, they intertwined with a small Ka. The heavy, fully independent rear suspension Control Blade, which the "big brother" was so proud of, became expensive for the Focus.
Based on this, it was decided to make it according to the type of pressed metal. It is worth recalling that by that time most of the C-class vehicles had a semi-independent rear suspension. Auto journalists greeted the car loudly and with pathos.
The level of comfort and handling was appreciated. If we compare the car with competitors (Opel Astra and Volkswagen Golf 4), it was clearly better. From the tangible "trump cards" the American novelty received a fairly democratic price.
2002 restyling
The debut Ford Focus 1 family came with four body variants - 3-door hatchback, 5-door hatchback, 4-door sedan and 5-door station wagon. If we compare the car with the debut generation, then the updated model was really distinguished by the presence of innovations.
The restyled car had modified headlights with integrated indicators and demarcated parts. The bumper installed in front did not already have indicators, however, it received an auxiliary plastic overlay. The radiator grille was installed lower, and the "fog lights" were decided to be removed.
Optionally, the novelty could have xenon, an audio system with a changer, a navigation system and climate control. They also decided to change the console placed in the center - in addition to the shape, they changed the color scheme, adding several new colors to choose from.
The seats were slightly changed, other colors for body painting were introduced. On top of that, a new diesel power plant has appeared, based on the European modification of the Zetec 1.6.
Specifications
Engine
If we talk about power units, then the American company has equipped the Focus with an extensive list of engines. From the older model (Mondeo), the car got good Zetec-E engines with a volume of 1.8 and 2.0 liters. From Fiesta - engines with low fuel consumption Zetec-SE of 1.4 and 1.6 liters.
From the very beginning, the list of engines included the only diesel "engine" - Endura TDDI, which was the prototype of the Deutz concept version, which the company used on machines of the 1980s. Later, in 2002, it was replaced with an improved Ford Focus 1 Duratorq TDCI engine.
4 transmissions to choose from worked together with the power plants. It could be a 5-speed MTX-75 on "mechanics" (synchronized with 2.0, RS, 1.8 TDCi and 1.8 TDDi), 5-speed IB5 on "mechanics" (worked with 1.4-, 1.6- and 1.8-liter petrol engines), The 6-speed Getrag 285 is also on the "mechanics" and the 4-speed 4F27E on the "automatic" (put on "engines" of 1.6 and 2.0 liters).
On top of that, Ford has prepared sporty versions for its own customers. For 1 family, these were 2 charged modifications: ST170 and RS.
Safety
In addition to the main consumer advantages, the car presented itself quite well during crash tests. The 1st generation Ford Focus received from EuroNCAP 4 stars out of 5 possible in ensuring the safety of the driver and passengers, as well as 2 out of 4 stars in the degree of pedestrian safety. The European company tested a five-door 1.6-liter version.
1st generation sports versions
ST170
The model was released under the auspices of Ford in 2002. Later, the sports car began to be sold around the world. The charged version differed from the standard modification in its improved appearance and interior, a powerful power unit and sports parameters of the main units.
In mass production, the model lasted until 2004, after which it lost its niche to the full-fledged successor of the 2nd family. The ST series received an atmospheric 2.0-liter petrol "four", developing 172 "horses". Together with the "engine" worked 6-speed "mechanics". The car was front-wheel drive.
Unlike the usual modification, Ford Focus ST170 accelerated to the first hundred in 7.4-8.5 seconds. The maximum speed is 216-220 kilometers per hour. During average driving, the engine consumed 9.1 to 9.4 liters for every 100 km on the combined cycle.
The "warmed up" car was built on the C170 platform, where there was an independent "hodovka" scheme in front and behind - MacPherson struts and "multi-link" with steering function.
In front were 300mm ventilated disc brakes, while the rear wheels came with 280mm discs. In general, the car was distinguished by sporty notes in the exterior and interior, a fairly strong engine, satisfying dynamics, good equipment, a confident design and a productive braking system.
RS
The car also came out in 2002. The vehicle was produced at the Saarlouis plant until 2004. In total, only 4,501 three-door hatchbacks were produced. Inside the RS (Rally Sport) series there was a 4-cylinder 2.0-liter Duratec engine with turbocharging and direct injection.
As a result, he allowed to develop 215 liters. s at 5,500 rpm and 310 Nm of torque at 3,500 rpm. Synchronized the work of such a strong "engine" with a six-speed manual transmission, which transmitted torque to the front axle.
It took 6.7 seconds to accelerate to 100 km / h. The maximum speed is 232 km / h. For every 100 kilometers traveled, the engine required about 10.1 liters of fuel. The "first" model Focus RS was built on the platform of the regular Focus.
The suspension was independent, with MacPherson struts and coil springs in front, and a multi-link design on the rear wheels. If in front there were ventilated disc mechanisms, then they decided to place good old drum devices on the rear wheels.
Appearance Ford Focus RS 1 has a persistent appearance, rather than the "standard" version, an interior that has sporting qualities, a strong turbocharged engine, a stable demeanor on the road and pleasant dynamic performance.
Second generation (2004-2011)
For the first time, the second generation of the Ford Focus car appeared in the fall of 2004 at the Paris Motor Show. American experts showed the audience a serial version in 2 bodies - a 3-door and 5-door hatchback. A short time later, a 4-door sedan, produced as a prototype, was demonstrated at the Beijing Motor Show.
The second version, named C307, used the C1 "trolley" - exactly the same as Volvo C40, B50, C70, Mazda 3 and Ford C-Max. The company's management decided to tastefully name the global platform for various purposes - "Global Shared Technologies" - this name was fully justified.
The suspension, which was praised in the 1st series, was moved to the second generation, but with some changes. The body frame has increased in rigidity by 10 percent, which has a positive effect on handling. The size of the new product has also grown. The new vehicle had the function:
- KeyFree;
- Sun-reflecting windshield;
- Adaptive headlights;
- "Bluetooth";
- Voice controlled audio system and telephone;
- Climate control system.
On top of that, the Ford Focus 2 received a new transmission in the form of a Durashift: 6-speed "mechanics" and 4-speed "automatic". In the stylistic question, the new model was made again by analogy with Mondeo and Fiesta.
Tangible innovations include interior design materials. Instead of inexpensive plastic, which shone in the debut family, they began to use high quality plastic. The center console was refined, so it looked better and was similar to the Mondeo. There have been some changes in the line of power units.
The workers of the enterprise modified the "engines" with a volume of 1.4 and 1.6 liters, and Zetec-SE power plants were not installed at all. They were replaced by the Duratec family with the famous 1.6-liter Duratec Ti-VCT, which can shut off valves in order to save gas.
After some time in the updated model, it was changed to a 1.8-liter Duratec. The unique 1.6 and 1.8 liter engines were replaced with Duratec HE. It was taken from the Mazda MZR. The diesel engine family has also been updated. Two power units: 1.6 liters for 90 "horses and 2.0 liters Duratorq decided to purchase from the French PSA.
Safety
Speaking of safety, it is worth saying that Ford Focus 2 was able to surprise. The car was able to pick up the highest safety scores from EuroNCAP. The American received 5 points for driver and passenger safety, 4 points for child protection and 2 points for pedestrian protection. "Focus" managed to outstrip its own leading competitors in terms of safety, such as Renault Megane and Volkswagen Golf.
Modifications
- Ambiente;
- Trend;
- Comfort;
- Ghia;
- Ghia-SE;
- Titanium;
- Titanium-SE.
2008 restyling
Shown in the fall of 2007 at the Frankfurt Motor Show, the updated car began to be mass-produced in December of the same year. The following year, the novelty arrived in dealerships. The new car became a reasonable continuation of the 2nd series in a new stylistic branch of the American firm called "Kinetic Design".
Based on the past update, the previous version "presented" only the body itself. The back and side parts have changed slightly. One could notice the door stamping, a restyled rear bumper, an added spoiler and a re-shaped exterior mirrors. The front area of \u200b\u200bthe Ford Focus 2 restyling has been greatly changed.
All lighting equipment and body parts were copied from Ford Mondeo - you can highlight the presence of headlights with a broken top line, a raised hood and highlighted wheel arches. In the cabin, a massive silver insert was added between the "wells" of the engine speed sensor and the speed sensor. The motors that were equipped with the restyled "Focus" have not changed.
RS 2
The second series of the American sports car with the RS index was shown at the 2008 London International Motor Show. The next year they began to serially produce this "charged" car. The sporty Focus had a redesigned "engine" from the ST version, a sport-type body kit and three types of body paint.
Finished producing the Ford Focus 2 RS in 2010. It was replaced by the Ford Focus RS 500, which differed in body paint, slightly different dimensions and a forced engine. We will talk about the PC 500 a little below. The sports version of the Ford Focus 2 RS was produced only in a three-door hatchback body and was painted in 3 original colors - "Ultimate Green", "Performance Blue" and "Frozen White".
The sports car had a plastic aerodynamic body kit with a massive spoiler. Thanks to this, it was possible to achieve a low indicator for aerodynamic body resistance, which does not exceed the value of 0.38 Cx. Inside "RSK" there are 4 seats, and the interior itself has been decorated in a sporty style with embossed Recaro chairs.
There is also a continuous center console and massive dials that make the readings easier. As mentioned above, the sports car had a Duratec engine from the ST version. But the power plant Ford Focus 2 was significantly modernized, which made it possible to increase its performance.
In fact, it was a 2.5-liter 5-cylinder in-line engine with a 20-valve DOHC valve mechanism, but it had an intake manifold, an improved sequential petrol injection system and a Borg Warner K16 turbine, in which the boost pressure was doubled.
Such changes made it possible to increase the engine power up to 305 "horses" at 6,500 rpm, and the torque limit increased to 440 Nm, held in the range from 2,250 to 4,500 rpm. Now acceleration to the first hundred took only 5.9 seconds, and the maximum speed increased to 263 km / h.
Do not think that such a powerful engine "ate" too much fuel - in the combined town mode, the "engine" consumed about 9.4 liters for every 100 kilometers. Based on its already established traditions, Ford Focus RS was able to maintain front-wheel drive, where there was a Quaife automatic limited-slip limited-slip differential, distributing torque between the front wheels.
Regarding the suspension: it is independent - in front it has a RevoKnucle sports suspension on the McPherson struts platform, which allows to reduce the load on the struts and increase handling, and a multi-link Control Blade system was installed on the rear wheels, which compensates for horizontal and vertical wheel vibrations.
Through all the implementations, the stability of the Ford Focus 2 RS was improved. All wheels have ventilated disc brakes with more reliable calipers. Driving a sports car has become easier - there is a hydraulic power steering wheel. In total, more than 11,000 machines were produced.
RS500
In March 2010, the American concern Ford announced that the production of the RS 2 family sports car is planned to be fully stopped by the autumn of the same year. To mark this "closure" the management decided to release a "farewell" limited edition of cars in an exclusive version, the circulation of which will not exceed 500 units.
The Ford Focus 2 RS500 differed from its "brother" in body paint, a wheel track extended by 40 millimeters and a forced engine. The limited edition sports car was painted in Panther Black Metallic.
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Ford's Focus model premiered at the Geneva Motor Show in March 1998. A completely new design philosophy has replaced the outdated Escort. Almost immediately after the start of production in 1999, the new car was honored for its performance with awards as the car of the year in Europe, and in 2000 in the United States. Focus 1 was also highly rated according to the results of crash tests: Euro NCAP gave four stars (out of five) for the safety of passengers in the cabin (including the driver), as well as two (out of four) for the safety of pedestrians. In 2001, this Ford Focus became the most bought car in the world. Discontinued in 2004.
Focus belongs to the size class "C" according to the European classification. This is a class of small family cars. The lineup is represented by a sedan, a 3-door hatchback, a 5-door hatchback and a station wagon. Their technical characteristics are slightly different. The car was created in accordance with the design project NewEdge (New Edge - New Edge) - a combination of sharp edges and smooth curves. FordFocus 1 was produced in Europe and the USA. The European version is equipped with a Zetec and Zetec-SE (petrol) engine with a volume of 1.4 liters and 75 hp. up to 2 liters from 130 hp and a 1.8 liter Enduradiesel diesel with 75, 90 and 115 hp. The characteristics of "Americans" are different. Features of the Ford Focus 1 produced in the USA and Mexico:
- the design of the bumpers is different (size and configuration);
- turn signals are built into the bumper grille;
- repeaters not on the front fenders, but on the sidewalls of the front bumper;
- taillights differ in design and color;
- until 2002 there was no five-door hatchback.
Dimensions
Weight and dimensions of Ford Focus 1 may differ depending on the version and year of manufacture.
Weight: 1150 - 1364 kg.
- hatchback - 1440mm;
- sedan - 1440 mm;
- station wagon - 1460 mm.
Width: 1700 mm.
- hatchback - 4175 mm;
- sedan - 4380 mm;
- station wagon - 4455 mm.
Wheelbase: 2615 mm.
Suspension
The suspension deserves the highest praise:
Front - lever-telescopic, independent, with hydraulic shock absorbers, coil coil springs and a transverse stabilizer (McPherson).
Rear - independent, coil springs, hydraulic shock absorbers, multi-link. Previously, elements of this suspension were used in the Ford Mondeo Wagon model. Equipped with the ControlBlade system, which ensures vehicle stability when cornering. FordFocus 1 perfectly holds the track at all speeds.
Brakes
The brake system is dual-circuit (with diagonal separation), hydraulic.
Front wheels: brakes, single-piston, floating caliper, ventilated, disc.
Rear wheels: depending on the modification of the car, the brake system can be either disc or drum (if disc, then - single-piston, floating caliper; if drum, then with two brake pads and two-piston cylinders).
FordFocus 1 is also equipped with an anti-lock braking system (ABS).
Equipment
Features of the complete set:
1. Basic (Ambiente):
- power steering;
- adjustable height and tilt of the steering wheel;
- driver's airbag.
2. Comfort:
- front electric windows;
- air temperature regulation;
- the ability to open the trunk from the passenger compartment;
- centralized locking system;
- storage pockets in the front doors.
3. Trend:
- additional front fog lights;
- steering wheel trimmed with leather;
- the position of the driver's seat is adjusted by the drive;
- it is possible to remove the armrest.
- the backlight comes on when the trunk is opened.
4. Lux (Ghia):
- 15-inch tires;
- airbag for the second front seat;
- winter package (heated seats, electrically heated windshield, power mirrors, heated windshield washer nozzles);
- power windows for rear windows;
- remote control of the central lock.
Gear box
Transmission:
- The 4-speed automatic transmission comes with the Zetec-E 2.0i engine. It significantly increases the durability of the engine and helps not to be distracted from driving, especially in dense city traffic, and provides increased smoothness of movement.
- 5-speed manual transmission iB5 - installed with Duratec1.6i and Zetec-E 1.8i engines. The gearbox is two-shaft, has five forward and one reverse gears. All forward gears are equipped with synchronizers.
Dashboard
The instrument panel is pleasing to the eye with its smooth lines and functionality. The instrument cluster is classic. The speedometer, tachometer, coolant temperature gauge and fuel gauge are integrated into one unit on the standard instrument panel. In the Focus 1 ST 170 version, they are separated. Most of the warning lamps are located at the top of the dashboard, which allows you to monitor the readings without changing the angle of view and without taking your eyes off the road.
Power unit
The engine is located at the front transversely, the arrangement of the cylinders is in-line.
Brief technical characteristics of Ford Focus 1 engines
| Engine | Max. SpeedKm / hour | Acceleration to 100 km / h | Engine displacement cm³ | Powerhp | Engine speed in min. | Consumption average l / 100km |
| 1.4 | 171 | 14.1 | 1388 | 75 | 5000 | 6.7 |
| 1.6 | 185 | 11.2 | 1596 | 100 | 6000 | 7.3 |
| 1.8 | 198 | 10.2 | 1796 | 115 | 5750 | 7.6 |
| 1.8 TDCi | 196 | 10.3 | 1796 | 116 | 5000 | 6.8 |
| 2.0 | 202 | 9.3 | 1796 | 130 | 5500 | 8.8 |
Changes and innovations
In 2001, several design changes were made to the Ford Focus 1:
- Redesigned bumper with removable strips.
- Headlights and turn signals are combined. The low beam and high beam are separated by reflectors. New foglights were presented. The main headlights are now xenon.
- Both radiator grilles have taken on new shapes.
- The design of the seats has changed, it is possible to adjust the height of the seats.
- Computerized climate control system.
- The navigation system has appeared.
- The shape of the center console has changed. There are rubber coasters for drinks. Dashboard in various colors.
- Wider selection of body colors.
- TDCi engine, where the letter C indicates that the engine is equipped with the Common Rail fuel system.
In 2002, Ford introduced two Focus 1 models with more powerful "charged" engines, the characteristics of which were different from their counterparts. Both with an engine capacity of 2 liters:
1. Focus ST 170 (SportTechnology) with a unit of 172 liters. from.
Changes:
- multi-spoke rims;
- airbags in the doors;
- changes in the design of the radiator grille;
- audio system with a subwoofer;
- the power unit has been improved by Cosworth. The power has increased.
2. Focus RS (Rally Sport) - 215 HP from.
