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This generation of Ford Focus has been produced from October, 1998 to October, 2001. We can provide information about 8 modifications of this generation. The car has been produced only with front wheel drive.

This Ford is available with four petrol engines with displacement from 1.4 to 2.0 litres and power of from 75 to 130 horsepower un three diesel engines with displacement 1.8 litres and power of from 75 to 115 horsepower.
The car is available with both manual (7 versions), as well as automatic (1 version) gearbox.

Ford Focus average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 6.6 to 8.7 litres per 100km, whereas for diesel engine - from 5.3 to 5.5 litres per 100km. The most economical Ford Focus petrol engine version is Ford Focus 1.4i 16V, consuming 6.6 litres per 100km. While the most economical Ford Focus diesel - Ford Focus 1.8 TDdi for 100 kilometers consumes 5.3 liters of diesel.

Ford Focus CO2 emissions for petrol engine are from 158 to 207 grams per kilometer, whereas for diesel engine - from 135 to 145 grams per kilometer. From Ford Focus with petrol engines the lowest CO2 emissions has Ford Focus 1.4i 16V which produces an average of 158 grams of CO2 per kilometer. In turn, from the Ford Focus diesels least CO2 distributes Ford Focus 1.8 TDdi - 135 grams per km.

The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 9.3 seconds has Ford Focus 2.0i 16V version, conversely the tardiest one is Ford Focus 1.8 TDdi reaching this speed only in 15 seconds.

This Ford is relatively cheap - it can be purchased (in Latvia) for around 700 $. According to user reviews, average Ford Focus repair costs are 110 $ per year. Below you will find more detailed information about Ford Focus prices and costs.

In user reviews Ford Focus received average grade 8.2 (from 10) - better than average rate for same years cars (7.6). All authors of reviews would recommend Ford Focus to the friend.

Ford Focus modifications

Modification Engine Power Fuel cons. Gearbox
Ford Focus 1.4i 16V Oct 1998 — Oct 2001 1.4 Petrol 75 HP 6.6 l/100km Manual (5 gears)
Ford Focus 1.6i 16V Oct 1998 — Oct 2001 1.6 Petrol 100 HP 7 l/100km Manual (5 gears)
Ford Focus 1.6i 16V Sep 1999 — Oct 2001 1.6 Petrol 100 HP 7.8 l/100km Automatic (4 gears)
Ford Focus 1.8 TDdi Jun 1999 — Oct 2001 1.8 Diesel 90 HP 5.4 l/100km Manual (5 gears)
Ford Focus 1.8 TDdi Mai 2000 — Oct 2001 1.8 Diesel 75 HP 5.3 l/100km Manual (5 gears)
Ford Focus 1.8 TDCi Sep 2001 — Oct 2001 1.8 Diesel 115 HP 5.5 l/100km Manual (5 gears)
Ford Focus 1.8i 16V Oct 1998 — Oct 2001 1.8 Petrol 115 HP 7.6 l/100km Manual (5 gears)
Ford Focus 2.0i 16V Oct 1998 — Oct 2001 2.0 Petrol 130 HP 8.7 l/100km Manual (5 gears)

Ford Focus safety

During safety testing Ford Focus has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Ford Focus is evaluated with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Ford Focus got two stars.

Ford Focus prices

Ford Focus hatchback price in Latvia is from 230 $ to 1400 $.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Ford Focus price is very low - Ford Focus is approximately for 38 percents cheaper then average hatchbacks of this age (compare hatchbacks 1998 - 2001 prices). Despite of relatively low price Ford Focus quality is above average (see below), so this Ford can be a good buy.

YearLowest price ($)Average price ($)Highest price ($)Availability
2001 550 800 1300
2000 230 700 1400
1999 550 700 900
1998 230 550 1000

Ford Focus total costs of ownership

To calculate the Ford Focus total running costs, including the purchase, insurance, maintenance costs as well as taxes and other costs, click year of production
1998 1999 2000 2001

Ford Focus mileage

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1998 1999 2000 2001

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Ford Focus quality

production year from 1998 to 2001

According to yearly reports of German vehicle inspection service (TÜV) Ford Focus quality is above average.
During regular inspections failures are found for approximately 13.7 percents of Ford Focus.

Year of inspection Age of car Failures found %
/ average for same age cars		 Place in rating
Ford Focus produced in 2001
2013 12 years 25.1% / 27.60% 24. from 69
2012 11 years 23.6% / 26.80% 24. from 77
2011 10 years 18.8% / 21.40% 23. from 79
2010 9 years 18.8% / 19.20% 23. from 79
2009 8 years 12.6% / 14.00% 36. from 94
2008 7 years 11.1% / 13.30% 35. from 99
2007 6 years 9.4% / 10.70% 39. from 107
2006 5 years 9.3% / 11.20% 29. from 106
2005 4 years 5.0% / 6.50% 29. from 110
2004 3 years 4.3% / 5.60% 29. from 113
Ford Focus produced in 2000
2012 12 years 23.6% / 26.80% 24. from 77
2011 11 years 23.4% / 26.00% 25. from 72
2010 10 years 18.8% / 19.20% 23. from 79
2009 9 years 15.6% / 18.30% 27. from 87
2008 8 years 11.1% / 13.30% 35. from 99
2007 7 years 12.1% / 15.80% 25. from 96
2006 6 years 9.3% / 11.20% 29. from 106
2005 5 years 8.7% / 11.30% 31. from 105
2004 4 years 4.3% / 5.60% 29. from 113
Ford Focus produced in 1999
2011 12 years 23.4% / 26.00% 25. from 72
2010 11 years 21.1% / 24.10% 23. from 75
2009 10 years 15.6% / 18.30% 27. from 87
2007 8 years 12.1% / 15.80% 25. from 96
2005 6 years 8.7% / 11.30% 31. from 105
Ford Focus produced in 1998
2010 12 years 21.1% / 24.10% 23. from 75

Ford Focus hatchback features (options)

Percentage of Ford Focus with corresponding feature (option)

Adjustable steering wheel
67% Conditioning
58% Metallic paint
51% Heated seats
10% Sunroof
8% Climate control
6%

Ford Focus hatchback photo images

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Ford Focus reviews

Ford Focus Hatchback 2000.year Petrol 2.0 litres, Automatic gearbox
Purchase year:2017 (age of car 17 years) Owned for:18`000 kilometers (1 year)
Average fuel consumption: 10.0 litres per 100km (60% urban driving)
Total car rating:
9/10

Would recomend this car to the friend

Review - positive and negative sides

Positive thingsOverall, the ZX3 is a simple machine, very dynamic and durable. Very good road visibility, easy to park, excellent audio system. The car on the road never failed.

Negative thingsThe driver's seat is not very comfortable. High fuel consumption.

   female, age 30
Ford Focus Hatchback 1999.year Petrol 1.4 litres, Manual gearbox
Purchase year:2012 (age of car 13 years) Owned for:5`000 kilometers (5 years)
Average fuel consumption: 5.0 litres per 100km (50% urban driving)
Total cost of repairs: 552.9 $ (~ 110 $ per year)
Total car rating:
7/10

Would recomend this car to the friend

Review - positive and negative sides

Positive thingsA normal car, economic, repairs are not too expensive

Negative thingsRust

   female, age 59
Ford Focus Hatchback 2000.year Diesel 1.8 litres, Manual gearbox
Purchase year:2014 (age of car 14 years) Owned for:30`000 kilometers (2 years)
Average fuel consumption: 6.0 litres per 100km (50% urban driving)
Total cost of repairs: 342 $ (~ 170 $ per year)
Total car rating:
8/10

Would recomend this car to the friend

Positive thingsEconomical, inexpensive service.

   male, age 28
Ford Focus Estate car/wagon 1999.year Diesel 1.8 litres, Manual gearbox
Purchase year:2014 (age of car 15 years) Owned for:20`000 kilometers (2 years)
Average fuel consumption: 7.0 litres per 100km (20% urban driving)
Total cost of repairs: 39.9 $ (~ 19 $ per year)
Total car rating:
8/10

Would recomend this car to the friend

Positive thingsRoomy

Negative thingsShock absorbers, springs.

   male, age 42
Ford Focus Estate car/wagon 2000.year Diesel 1.8 litres, Manual gearbox
Purchase year:2010 (age of car 10 years) Owned for:30`000 kilometers (5 years)
Average fuel consumption: 6.0 litres per 100km (20% urban driving)
Total cost of repairs: 1026 $ (~ 205 $ per year)
Total car rating:
8/10

Would recomend this car to the friend

   female
Ford Focus Hatchback 1999.year Petrol 1.6 litres, Manual gearbox
Purchase year:2014 (age of car 15 years) Owned for:23`000 kilometers (2 years)
Average fuel consumption: 7.0 litres per 100km (50% urban driving)
Total cost of repairs: 262.2 $ (~ 131 $ per year)
Total car rating:
7/10

Would recomend this car to the friend

   female, age 44
Ford Focus Estate car/wagon 2000.year Diesel 1.8 litres, Manual gearbox
Purchase year:2012 (age of car 12 years) Owned for:60`000 kilometers (4 years)
Average fuel consumption: 5.5 litres per 100km (10% urban driving)
Total car rating:
7/10

Would recomend this car to the friend

   male, age 30
Ford Focus Estate car/wagon 2001.year Petrol 1.6 litres, Manual gearbox
Purchase year:2013 (age of car 12 years) Owned for:40`000 kilometers (4 years)
Average fuel consumption: 6.5 litres per 100km (80% urban driving)
Total cost of repairs: 68.4 $ (~ 17 $ per year)
Total car rating:
10/10

Would recomend this car to the friend

   male, age 30
Ford Focus Hatchback 2000.year Petrol 1.6 litres, Manual gearbox
Purchase year:2013 (age of car 13 years) Owned for:191`000 kilometers (2 years)
Average fuel consumption: 7.0 litres per 100km (90% urban driving)
Total cost of repairs: 353.4 $ (~ 176 $ per year)
Total car rating:
8/10

Would recomend this car to the friend

   female, age 43
Ford Focus Hatchback 2001.year Petrol 1.8 litres, Manual gearbox
Purchase year:2001 (age of car 0 years) Owned for:250`000 kilometers (18 years)
Average fuel consumption: 9.0 litres per 100km (80% urban driving)
Total cost of repairs: 342 $ (~ 19 $ per year)
Total car rating:
10/10

Would recomend this car to the friend

   male, age 43
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