Ford Focus Hatchback

Ford Focus and Vauxhall Astra - front tracking

Ford Focus vs Vauxhall Astra: family hatchbacks do battle

Compact hatches have been a staple of both brands’ line-ups for decades

Car group tests

27 Dec 2023

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Ford Focus review

The Ford Focus is a great-handling family hatchback that matches its rivals on interior quality and cabin space

In-depth reviews

2 Jun 2023

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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

Used car tests

28 Oct 2021

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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

News

14 Oct 2021

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Long-term review: Ford Focus Titanium X

Final report: Fun-driving Ford Focus proves a great car for everyday life

Long-term tests

16 Oct 2019

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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

Road tests

30 Jul 2019

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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

Road tests

20 Feb 2019

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New Ford Focus Vignale 2018 review

We drive the new Ford Focus Vignale in the UK, but is it worthy of the premium badge?

Road tests

15 Nov 2018

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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?

Road tests

27 Jun 2018

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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

Road tests

27 Jun 2018

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Ford Focus review

The Ford Focus is due for replacement soon, but remains an impressively strong contender

In-depth reviews

15 Feb 2018

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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

Road tests

14 Nov 2016

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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

Road tests

17 Jul 2015

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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

Road tests

17 Dec 2014

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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

Road tests

24 Oct 2014

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New Ford Focus 2014 review

Refreshed Ford Focus hatchback is now more refined, and a serious rival to class leaders

Road tests

8 Sep 2014

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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

Road tests

12 Jun 2014

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Ford Focus diesel review

You can't go too far wrong with a Ford Focus diesel, as all are comfortable and good to drive

Road tests

13 May 2014

Ford Focus Zetec S 1.6 EcoBoost front cornering

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Ford Focus Zetec S review

Ford Focus Zetec S offers sporty looks and a range of engines, including a nippy 1.6 Ecoboost unit

Road tests

10 Apr 2014

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Ford Focus Titanium Navigator review

The Ford Focus is a capable and smart family hatch. However, can it beat the Volkswagen Golf?

Road tests

10 Apr 2014

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10. Ford Focus ECOnetic

Car group tests

20 Jan 2014

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Ford Focus Electric review

Ford Focus Electric car is late to the game. Can it keep pace with hi-tech rivals?

Road tests

6 Sep 2013

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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

Used car tests

3 Sep 2013

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Ford Focus ECOnetic

The Ford Focus ECOnetic promises 80mpg economy with no compromises, so does it deliver?

Road tests

9 May 2013

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New Ford Escort could come to Europe

The new Ford Escort saloon, set for China, could be sold in Europe, too

News

24 Apr 2013

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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?

Car group tests

27 Dec 2012

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VW Golf vs Ford Focus

We've been impressed by the Mk7 Volkswagen Golf, but how does it compare to the Ford Focus?

Car group tests

23 Dec 2012

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Ford Focus: Final report

We travel back in time to rate seventies star against the latest Ford Focus hatch

Long-term tests

4 Jul 2012

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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

Car group tests

20 Jun 2012

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Ford Focus ST Estate

The all-new Ford Focus ST is available as an estate for the first time. We drive it

Road tests

12 Jun 2012

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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 …

Car group tests

11 Jun 2012

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Ford Focus ST

We get behind the wheel of the all-new 247bhp Focus ST for the first time

Road tests

11 Jun 2012

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Ford Focus EcoBoost

Is the new three-cylinder turbo engine powerful enough for the family hatchback? We find out

Road tests

7 May 2012

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Ford Focus BEV

Our verdict on the all-electric version of the big-selling Ford Focus

Road tests

27 Apr 2012

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Ford Focus EcoBoost: Fifth report

Hatch’s hi-tech safety kit has helped us avoid prangs – plus, it’s saving us money

Long-term tests

16 Apr 2012