Ford Focus III
Produced from 2011–2018, the Ford Focus III (C346) is catalogued here with 3 powertrains. 3 petrol, spanning 100 to 250 hp. The quickest version, the ST 2.0 EcoBoost, covers 0–100 km/h in 6.5 seconds. For fuel costs, the 1.0 EcoBoost 100 leads the range at 48 MPG (EPA combined). Externally it measures 4358 × 1823 × 1484 mm on a 2648 mm wheelbase. Full engine, transmission, performance, economy and weight data is compared trim-by-trim below, with EPA and NHTSA sources cited at the bottom of the page.
Generation Quick Facts: The Ford Focus III (C346) was manufactured from 2011 – 2018 (2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 model years) as a hatchback. Across 3 verified powertrains, power outputs range from 100 to 250 hp, with top fuel economy reaching 48.0 MPG combined (1.0 EcoBoost 100).
Power range
100–250 hp
Quickest 0–100
6.5 s
Best combined
48 MPG
Length
4.36 m
01Decision support
Which Focus III suits you?
Daily driver · least fuel
1.0 EcoBoost 100
48.0 MPG combined
It burns up to 31% less fuel per mile than the thirstiest Focus III.
Performance · quickest
ST 2.0 EcoBoost
0–100 km/h in 6.5s · 250 hp
The straight-line choice of this generation.
Sweet spot · balance
1.5 EcoBoost 150
150 hp · 42.0 MPG
Sits mid-range for power without paying the fuel or price tax of the flagship trim. Usually the best value on the used market.
023 powertrains (3 petrol)
Full specifications
| Specification | 1.0 EcoBoost 100Petrol | 1.5 EcoBoost 150Petrol | ST 2.0 EcoBoostPetrol |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | |||
| Engine code | Fox | Sigma | GTDI |
| Fuel type | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol |
| Displacement | 1.0L (999 cc) | 1.5L (1,498 cc) | 2.0L (1,999 cc) |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Turbocharged | Turbocharged |
| Cylinders | I3 | I4 | I4 |
| Power & Performance | |||
| Power | 100 hp / 75 kW | 150 hp / 112 kW | 250 hp / 186 kW |
| Torque | 170 Nm / 125 lb-ft | 240 Nm / 177 lb-ft | 360 Nm / 266 lb-ft |
| 0–100 km/h | 12.5 s | 9.2 s | 6.5 s |
| Top speed | 187 km/h (116 mph) | 210 km/h (130 mph) | 248 km/h (154 mph) |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | |||
| Transmission | Manual | Automatic | Manual |
| Gears | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Economy & Emissions | |||
| City | 42 MPG (5.6 L/100km) | 34 MPG (6.9 L/100km) | 28 MPG (8.4 L/100km) |
| Highway | 55 MPG (4.3 L/100km) | 50 MPG (4.7 L/100km) | 42 MPG (5.6 L/100km) |
| Combined | 48 MPG (4.9 L/100km) | 42 MPG (5.6 L/100km) | 33 MPG (7.1 L/100km) |
| Electric range | — | — | — |
| Battery | — | — | — |
| CO₂ emissions | 114 g/km | 143 g/km | 158 g/km |
| Weight & Body | |||
| Curb weight | 1,265 kg (2,789 lbs) | 1,340 kg (2,954 lbs) | 1,403 kg (3,093 lbs) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Model years | 2011–2018 | 2011–2018 | 2011–2018 |
0Exterior
Dimensions
Length
4,358 mm
171.6 in
Width
1,823 mm
71.8 in
Height
1,484 mm
58.4 in
Wheelbase
2,648 mm
104.3 in
Curb weight spans 1,265–1,403 kg depending on powertrain. Battery and AWD hardware add the most mass.
05Long-tail answers
Focus III: questions answered
What engines and trims are available on the Ford Focus III (C346)?
The Ford Focus III (C346) lineup offers 3 petrol: 1.0 EcoBoost 100 (100 hp), 1.5 EcoBoost 150 (150 hp), ST 2.0 EcoBoost (250 hp).
How quick is the Ford Focus III (C346) from 0 to 100 km/h?
The fastest trim, the ST 2.0 EcoBoost, accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.5s, reaching a top speed of 248 km/h (154 mph) with the ST 2.0 EcoBoost.
What is the most fuel-efficient Ford Focus III (C346) trim?
The 1.0 EcoBoost 100 delivers the highest fuel economy at 48.0 MPG (EPA combined). Across the 3 powertrains, fuel economy spans 33–48 combined MPG.
What model years are included in the Ford Focus III (C346)?
The Ford Focus III (C346) was produced from 2011 – 2018, spanning the following model years: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018.
What are the exterior dimensions of the Ford Focus III (C346)?
4358 mm long, 1823 mm wide, 1484 mm tall on a 2648 mm wheelbase (171.6 in overall length).
06Cross-shop
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Sources for this page
- EPA fuel-economy records: Ford FocusCertification data, 2011–2018
- NHTSA vehicle file: recalls, complaints and investigations2011 Ford Focus, official safety record
- NHTSA vPIC vehicle databasePowers our VIN decoder, the federal manufacturer registry
- Ford official: data sheets and archiveManufacturer-published specifications
Figures on this page are compiled from the sources above and cross-checked against manufacturer data sheets. US-market EPA cycle where noted; European WLTP values are measured differently and are not directly comparable.
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