Ford Focus 1998 Sedan
Economical, inexpensive service.
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This generation of Ford Focus has been produced from January, 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 five petrol engines with displacement from 1.4 to 2.0 litres and power of from 75 to 131 horsepower un two diesel engines with displacement 1.8 litres and power of from 90 to 115 horsepower.
The car is available with both manual (6 versions), as well as automatic (2 versions) gearbox.
Ford Focus 1998 sedan average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 7 to 9.4 litres per 100km, whereas for diesel engine - from 5.4 to 5.5 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient Ford Focus 1998 sedan petrol engine version is Ford Focus 1.4 16V, consuming 7 litres per 100km. While the most fuel efficient Ford Focus 1998 sedan diesel - Ford Focus 1.8 TDdi for 100 kilometers consumes 5.4 liters of diesel.
According to user reviews, Ford Focus real-world fuel consumption is on average about approximately for 9 percents higher as the manufacturer's claimed fuel economy (on average +4% for petrol engines and +14% for diesel engines). For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific Ford Focus modification.
Ford Focus 1998 sedan CO2 emissions for petrol engine are from 167 to 205 grams per kilometer, whereas for diesel engine - from 143 to 145 grams per kilometer. From Ford Focus with petrol engines the lowest CO2 emissions has Ford Focus 1.6i 16V which produces an average of 167 grams of CO2 per kilometer. In turn, from the Ford Focus diesels least CO2 distributes Ford Focus 1.8 TDdi - 143 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 1.4 16V reaching this speed only in 14.4 seconds. The maximum top speed is 201 km/h for the 2.0 petrol 4-cylinder 130 hp version (Ford Focus 2.0i 16V).
Lenght of Ford Focus is 436 cm, it is medium size car. For comparison - Ford Focus is about 22 cm longer than Volkswagen Polo sedan, but 2 cm shorter than Toyota Corolla sedan. Ford Focus gross weight is from 1595 to 1725 kg (depending on modification), this car is about 10 percent heavier than the average for this age and class of vehicles. Ford Focus trunk space is 490 litres.
This Ford is very cheap for its class - it can be purchased (in Latvia) for around 800 €. According to user reviews, average Ford Focus repair costs are 110 € per year. Users calculated Ford Focus 1998 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2000 € cost per year and 0.21 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 55%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 27% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of Ford Focus for your situation and driving habits here! Below you will find more detailed information about Ford Focus prices and costs.
In user reviews Ford Focus received average grade 8.3 (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 | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Ford Focus 1998 1.4 16V
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.4 Petrol | 75 HP | 7.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Ford Focus 1999 1.6i 16V
Mar 1999 — Oct 2001 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.6 Petrol | 100 HP | 7.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Ford Focus 1999 1.6i 16V Sep 1999 — Oct 2001 | 1.6 Petrol | 100 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Ford Focus 1999 1.8i 16V Mar 1999 — Oct 2001 | 1.8 Petrol | 115 HP | 7.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Ford Focus 1999 1.8 TDdi
Jun 1999 — Oct 2001 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.8 Diesel | 90 HP | 5.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Ford Focus 2001 1.8 TDCi
Jun 2001 — Oct 2001 Most powerfull diesel version (115 HP) |
1.8 Diesel | 115 HP | 5.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Ford Focus 1999 2.0i 16V
Mar 1999 — Oct 2001 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 9.3 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 130 HP | 8.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Ford Focus 1998 2.0 16V
Most powerfull petrol version (131 HP) |
2.0 Petrol | 131 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
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 1998 - 2001 sedan price in Latvia is from 500 € to 1000 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Ford Focus price is more below average - Ford Focus is approximately for 52 percents cheaper then average sedans of this age (compare sedans 1998 - 2001 prices). Despite of relatively low price Ford Focus quality is above average (see below), so this Ford can be a good buy.
| Year | Lowest | Average | Highest | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford Focus 1999 price | 500 € | 800 € | 1000 € |
Ford Focus total costs of ownership
How much really costs to own Ford Focus? Users calculated Ford Focus 1998 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2000 € cost per year and 0.21 € cost per one kilometer.
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Ford Focus reliability and quality
According to yearly reports of vehicle inspection service Ford Focus reliability is above average. In the roadworthiness tests in 2012 defects were detected in an average of 23.6 percent of Ford Focus of this generation (on average 13 years old at the time of inspection). The average failure rate for a vehicles of the same age was 26.8%.
Ford Focus 1998 sedan features (options)
Percentage of Ford Focus with corresponding feature (option)
68% Adjustable steering wheel
56% Metallic paint
49% Heated seats
14% Cruise control
12%
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Ford Focus reviews
Total 50 Ford Focus owner reviews
| 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) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
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Cons: The driver's seat is not very comfortable. High fuel consumption.