Ford Focus Hatchback
Ford Focus vs Vauxhall Astra: family hatchbacks do battle![Ford Focus and Vauxhall Astra - front tracking](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--tFuWAL5Z--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1703070522/autoexpress/2023/12/Focus%20vs%20Astra.jpg)
![Ford Focus and Vauxhall Astra - front tracking](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--tFuWAL5Z--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1703070522/autoexpress/2023/12/Focus%20vs%20Astra.jpg)
Ford Focus vs Vauxhall Astra: family hatchbacks do battle
Compact hatches have been a staple of both brands’ line-ups for decades
27 Dec 2023
Ford Focus review![Ford Focus - front cornering](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--5cgOrt-A--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1685715902/autoexpress/2023/06/Ford%20Focus%20EcoBoost%20ST-Line%20016_hoquzj.jpg)
![Ford Focus - front cornering](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--5cgOrt-A--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1685715902/autoexpress/2023/06/Ford%20Focus%20EcoBoost%20ST-Line%20016_hoquzj.jpg)
Ford Focus review
The Ford Focus is a great-handling family hatchback that matches its rivals on interior quality and cabin space
2 Jun 2023
Used Ford Focus (Mk3, 2011-2018) review![Facelifted Mk3 Ford Focus - front](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--KA4zo_cj--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1635374413/autoexpress/2021/10/Used%20Ford%20Focus%20Mk3-8.jpg)
![Facelifted Mk3 Ford Focus - front](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--KA4zo_cj--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1635374413/autoexpress/2021/10/Used%20Ford%20Focus%20Mk3-8.jpg)
Used Ford Focus (Mk3, 2011-2018) review
One of the best all-rounders in the competitive family hatchback sector, the Ford Focus is also brilliant to drive
28 Oct 2021
New Ford Focus unveiled with 2021 facelift and tech updates![Ford Focus ST Line - front](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--e6NAsN5u--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1634135290/autoexpress/2021/10/Ford%20Focus%20facelift-17.jpg)
![Ford Focus ST Line - front](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--e6NAsN5u--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1634135290/autoexpress/2021/10/Ford%20Focus%20facelift-17.jpg)
New Ford Focus unveiled with 2021 facelift and tech updates
Ford has given the Focus hatchback a refresh for 2021, with a new design and an improved infotainment suite
14 Oct 2021
Long-term review: Ford Focus Titanium X![](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--BVqHZ3QP--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1571400003/autoexpress/2019/10/dsc_6697.jpg)
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Long-term review: Ford Focus Titanium X
Final report: Fun-driving Ford Focus proves a great car for everyday life
16 Oct 2019
New Ford Focus 1.0 Ecoboost review![Ford Focus](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--mU5wJq-F--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1579703087/autoexpress/2018/08/dsc_4515.jpg)
![Ford Focus](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--mU5wJq-F--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1579703087/autoexpress/2018/08/dsc_4515.jpg)
New Ford Focus 1.0 Ecoboost review
We drive the all-new Ford Focus on British roads to see if the family car is back to its best
30 Jul 2019
New Ford Focus Active 2019 review![Ford Focus Active - front tracking](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--Frf30f7N--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562247333/autoexpress/2019/02/_86a0030_46379523454_o.jpg)
![Ford Focus Active - front tracking](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--Frf30f7N--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562247333/autoexpress/2019/02/_86a0030_46379523454_o.jpg)
New Ford Focus Active 2019 review
We drive the Ford Focus Active in the UK to see whether or not this is a crossover that actually makes sense
20 Feb 2019
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New Ford Focus Vignale 2018 review![Ford Focus Vignale - front tracking](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--sv1oBn9z--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1579703518/autoexpress/2018/11/dsc_5474.jpg)
![Ford Focus Vignale - front tracking](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--sv1oBn9z--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1579703518/autoexpress/2018/11/dsc_5474.jpg)
New Ford Focus Vignale 2018 review
We drive the new Ford Focus Vignale in the UK, but is it worthy of the premium badge?
15 Nov 2018
New Ford Focus Titanium 2018 review![Ford Focus - front](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--P3n5ze6O--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562246520/autoexpress/2018/06/dsc_9850.jpg)
![Ford Focus - front](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--P3n5ze6O--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562246520/autoexpress/2018/06/dsc_9850.jpg)
New Ford Focus Titanium 2018 review
The all-new Ford Focus has arrived, and we drive it for the first time. Is it a match for the VW Golf and Kia Ceed?
27 Jun 2018
New Ford Focus Titanium diesel review![Ford Focus diesel Titanium - front](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--uFOdj3eK--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562246431/autoexpress/2018/06/1fordfocusdiesel.jpg)
![Ford Focus diesel Titanium - front](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--uFOdj3eK--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562246431/autoexpress/2018/06/1fordfocusdiesel.jpg)
New Ford Focus Titanium diesel review
The Ford Focus diesel makes a compelling case for high-mileage drivers, rivalling the VW Golf TDI and Kia Ceed CRDi
27 Jun 2018
Ford Focus review![Ford Focus 1.0 EcoBoost Titanium front](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--M2cE4Y2j--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1563183903/autoexpress/1/30/dsc_3757_0_0.jpg)
![Ford Focus 1.0 EcoBoost Titanium front](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--M2cE4Y2j--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1563183903/autoexpress/1/30/dsc_3757_0_0.jpg)
Ford Focus review
The Ford Focus is due for replacement soon, but remains an impressively strong contender
15 Feb 2018
Ford Focus 1.5 TDCi![Ford Focus - front](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--VedSB6z7--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562243200/autoexpress/2016/08/ford-focus-july.jpg)
![Ford Focus - front](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--VedSB6z7--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562243200/autoexpress/2016/08/ford-focus-july.jpg)
Ford Focus 1.5 TDCi
Still one of our favourite family hatchbacks, the Focus performs just as well with a diesel engine - and provides impressive economy to boot
9 Jan 2018
Ford Focus ST-Line 2016 review![Ford Focus ST-Line - front cornering](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--eL3WTlN9--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562243704/autoexpress/2016/11/ford-st-line-fc.jpg)
![Ford Focus ST-Line - front cornering](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--eL3WTlN9--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562243704/autoexpress/2016/11/ford-st-line-fc.jpg)
Ford Focus ST-Line 2016 review
We sample Ford's 1.0-litre EcoBoost Focus in good-looking ST-Line trim, to see if it offers the perfect blend of sporty and sensible
14 Nov 2016
Ford Focus 1.6 Zetec review![New Ford Focus 2014 side blue](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--Obsj1QPp--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562241817/autoexpress/2/99/ford-focus-13_0_0.jpg)
![New Ford Focus 2014 side blue](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--Obsj1QPp--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562241817/autoexpress/2/99/ford-focus-13_0_0.jpg)
Ford Focus 1.6 Zetec review
Sporty Zetec model makes Ford’s sharp-looking Focus even more appealing, but old 1.6 petrol engine lets it down
17 Jul 2015
Ford Focus 1.5 EcoBoost 2015 review![](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--wilDD5vC--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562249039/autoexpress/9/72/focus-fc-018.jpg)
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Ford Focus 1.5 EcoBoost 2015 review
1.5-litre EcoBoost version of new Ford Focus hatch is both punchy and efficient
17 Dec 2014
Ford Focus 1.0 EcoBoost Titanium X review![Ford Focus 1.0 EcoBoost Titanium front](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--M2cE4Y2j--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1563183903/autoexpress/1/30/dsc_3757_0_0.jpg)
![Ford Focus 1.0 EcoBoost Titanium front](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--M2cE4Y2j--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1563183903/autoexpress/1/30/dsc_3757_0_0.jpg)
Ford Focus 1.0 EcoBoost Titanium X review
We try updated Ford Focus 1.0-litre EcoBoost on UK roads in top-spec Titanium X trim
24 Oct 2014
New Ford Focus 2014 review![New Ford Focus 2014 nose](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--BfCVKE9g--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562247848/autoexpress/3/02/ford-focus-16_0_0.jpg)
![New Ford Focus 2014 nose](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--BfCVKE9g--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562247848/autoexpress/3/02/ford-focus-16_0_0.jpg)
New Ford Focus 2014 review
Refreshed Ford Focus hatchback is now more refined, and a serious rival to class leaders
8 Sep 2014
Ford Focus 2014 ride review![](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--mCqTIrAL--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1579703820/autoexpress/7/11/img_0545.jpg)
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Ford Focus 2014 ride review
We've had the chance to try the new Ford Focus 2014 - from the passenger seat
12 Jun 2014
Ford Focus diesel review![Ford Focus ECOnetic front tracking](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s---aD-EGg1--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562249556/autoexpress/ford-focus-econetic-1-front-tracking.jpg)
![Ford Focus ECOnetic front tracking](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s---aD-EGg1--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562249556/autoexpress/ford-focus-econetic-1-front-tracking.jpg)
Ford Focus diesel review
You can't go too far wrong with a Ford Focus diesel, as all are comfortable and good to drive
13 May 2014
Ford Focus Zetec S review![Ford Focus Zetec S 1.6 EcoBoost front cornering](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--oasOMfVO--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562254023/autoexpress/images/car_photo_485287.jpg)
![Ford Focus Zetec S 1.6 EcoBoost front cornering](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--oasOMfVO--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562254023/autoexpress/images/car_photo_485287.jpg)
Ford Focus Zetec S review
Ford Focus Zetec S offers sporty looks and a range of engines, including a nippy 1.6 Ecoboost unit
10 Apr 2014
Ford Focus Titanium Navigator review![Ford Focus](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--rdtpCGhs--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562249559/autoexpress/ford-focus_0.jpg)
![Ford Focus](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--rdtpCGhs--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562249559/autoexpress/ford-focus_0.jpg)
Ford Focus Titanium Navigator review
The Ford Focus is a capable and smart family hatch. However, can it beat the Volkswagen Golf?
10 Apr 2014
New Ford Focus 2014 is here![New Ford Focus 2014 Geneva](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--NiMHKAUv--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562249572/autoexpress/ford_focus_facelift-1.jpg)
![New Ford Focus 2014 Geneva](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--NiMHKAUv--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562249572/autoexpress/ford_focus_facelift-1.jpg)
New Ford Focus 2014 is here
This facelifted new Ford Focus is at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show and will go on sale in July
4 Mar 2014
Ford Focus Electric review![Ford Focus electric front view](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--nDTdwiId--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1563184178/autoexpress/focuselectric_07.jpg)
![Ford Focus electric front view](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--nDTdwiId--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1563184178/autoexpress/focuselectric_07.jpg)
Ford Focus Electric review
Ford Focus Electric car is late to the game. Can it keep pace with hi-tech rivals?
6 Sep 2013
Used buyer's guide: Ford Focus Mk1![Used Ford Focus](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--lc-u_n_e--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1579704596/autoexpress/ford-focus-1.8-zetec-2004.2.jpg)
![Used Ford Focus](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--lc-u_n_e--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1579704596/autoexpress/ford-focus-1.8-zetec-2004.2.jpg)
Used buyer's guide: Ford Focus Mk1
With prices starting from £300, the used Ford Focus MkI was voted the top car of the past 25 years
3 Sep 2013
Ford Focus ECOnetic![Ford Focus ECOnetic front tracking](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s---aD-EGg1--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562249556/autoexpress/ford-focus-econetic-1-front-tracking.jpg)
![Ford Focus ECOnetic front tracking](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s---aD-EGg1--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562249556/autoexpress/ford-focus-econetic-1-front-tracking.jpg)
Ford Focus ECOnetic
The Ford Focus ECOnetic promises 80mpg economy with no compromises, so does it deliver?
9 May 2013
New Ford Escort could come to Europe![Ford Escort Concept revealed](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--Nrb-ODZa--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562249546/autoexpress/ford-escort-1.jpg)
![Ford Escort Concept revealed](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--Nrb-ODZa--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562249546/autoexpress/ford-escort-1.jpg)
New Ford Escort could come to Europe
The new Ford Escort saloon, set for China, could be sold in Europe, too
24 Apr 2013
Vauxhall Astra vs Ford Focus![Vauxhall Astra front cornering](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--GiFoo2KG--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562228080/autoexpress/1-astra-front-cornering.jpg)
![Vauxhall Astra front cornering](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--GiFoo2KG--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562228080/autoexpress/1-astra-front-cornering.jpg)
Vauxhall Astra vs Ford Focus
They're two of the best-selling new cars in the UK, but which is better - the Ford Focus or Vauxhall Astra?
27 Dec 2012
VW Golf vs Ford Focus![Volkswagen Golf front tracking](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--0K386FNa--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562236827/autoexpress/1-golf-front_3.jpg)
![Volkswagen Golf front tracking](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--0K386FNa--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562236827/autoexpress/1-golf-front_3.jpg)
VW Golf vs Ford Focus
We've been impressed by the Mk7 Volkswagen Golf, but how does it compare to the Ford Focus?
23 Dec 2012
Ford Focus: Final report![Ford Escort Mexico and Ford Focus](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--i0lNp4RP--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562254491/autoexpress/images/car_photo_532951.jpg)
![Ford Escort Mexico and Ford Focus](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--i0lNp4RP--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562254491/autoexpress/images/car_photo_532951.jpg)
Ford Focus: Final report
We travel back in time to rate seventies star against the latest Ford Focus hatch
4 Jul 2012
Ford Focus ST vs rivals![Ford Focus ST vs rivals](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--1MrYuq68--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562254502/autoexpress/images/car_photo_533875.jpg)
![Ford Focus ST vs rivals](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--1MrYuq68--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562254502/autoexpress/images/car_photo_533875.jpg)
Ford Focus ST vs rivals
We see if the new Focus ST can live up to the Ford hot hatch legend as it tackles the Renaultsport Megane and VW Golf GTI
20 Jun 2012
Ford Focus ST Estate![Ford Focus ST Estate front tracking](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--gYWoJbWF--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562254497/autoexpress/images/car_photo_533593.jpg)
![Ford Focus ST Estate front tracking](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--gYWoJbWF--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562254497/autoexpress/images/car_photo_533593.jpg)
Ford Focus ST Estate
The all-new Ford Focus ST is available as an estate for the first time. We drive it
12 Jun 2012
Ford Focus EcoBoost vs SEAT Leon TSI![Ford Focus EcoBoost vs SEAT Leon TSI](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--FiHXRC2n--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562254477/autoexpress/images/car_photo_532066.jpg)
![Ford Focus EcoBoost vs SEAT Leon TSI](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--FiHXRC2n--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562254477/autoexpress/images/car_photo_532066.jpg)
Ford Focus EcoBoost vs SEAT Leon TSI
New tiny-capacity turbo promises to be the best engine in the Ford Focus, blending efficiency with punch. Is it a wiser choice than the SEAT Leon 1.2 …
11 Jun 2012
Ford Focus ST![Ford Focus ST front tracking](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--oZsYrT0p--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562254493/autoexpress/images/car_photo_533173.jpg)
![Ford Focus ST front tracking](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--oZsYrT0p--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562254493/autoexpress/images/car_photo_533173.jpg)
Ford Focus ST
We get behind the wheel of the all-new 247bhp Focus ST for the first time
11 Jun 2012