Ford Focus IV
Produced from 2018–2022, the Ford Focus IV (C519) is catalogued here with 3 powertrains. 3 petrol, spanning 125 to 280 hp. The quickest version, the ST 2.3 EcoBoost, covers 0–100 km/h in 5.7 seconds. For fuel costs, the 1.0 EcoBoost 125 leads the range at 46 MPG (EPA combined). Externally it measures 4378 × 1825 × 1471 mm on a 2700 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 IV (C519) was manufactured from 2018 – 2022 (2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 model years) as a hatchback. Across 3 verified powertrains, power outputs range from 125 to 280 hp, with top fuel economy reaching 46.0 MPG combined (1.0 EcoBoost 125).
Power range
125–280 hp
Quickest 0–100
5.7 s
Best combined
46 MPG
Length
4.38 m
01Decision support
Which Focus IV suits you?
Daily driver · least fuel
1.0 EcoBoost 125
46.0 MPG combined
It burns up to 35% less fuel per mile than the thirstiest Focus IV.
Performance · quickest
ST 2.3 EcoBoost
0–100 km/h in 5.7s · 280 hp
The straight-line choice of this generation.
Sweet spot · balance
1.5 EcoBoost 182
182 hp · 39.0 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 125Petrol | 1.5 EcoBoost 182Petrol | ST 2.3 EcoBoostPetrol |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | |||
| Engine code | Fox | Dragon | HPP |
| Fuel type | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol |
| Displacement | 1.0L (999 cc) | 1.5L (1,499 cc) | 2.3L (2,295 cc) |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Turbocharged | Turbocharged |
| Cylinders | I3 | I3 | I4 |
| Power & Performance | |||
| Power | 125 hp / 93 kW | 182 hp / 136 kW | 280 hp / 209 kW |
| Torque | 170 Nm / 125 lb-ft | 240 Nm / 177 lb-ft | 420 Nm / 310 lb-ft |
| 0–100 km/h | 10.2 s | 8.3 s | 5.7 s |
| Top speed | 187 km/h (116 mph) | 222 km/h (138 mph) | 250 km/h (155 mph) |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | |||
| Transmission | Manual | Automatic | Manual |
| Gears | 6 | 8 | 6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Economy & Emissions | |||
| City | 40 MPG (5.9 L/100km) | 33 MPG (7.1 L/100km) | 26 MPG (9.0 L/100km) |
| Highway | 53 MPG (4.4 L/100km) | 47 MPG (5.0 L/100km) | 37 MPG (6.4 L/100km) |
| Combined | 46 MPG (5.1 L/100km) | 39 MPG (6.0 L/100km) | 30 MPG (7.8 L/100km) |
| Electric range | — | — | — |
| Battery | — | — | — |
| CO₂ emissions | 116 g/km | 148 g/km | 179 g/km |
| Weight & Body | |||
| Curb weight | 1,310 kg (2,888 lbs) | 1,395 kg (3,075 lbs) | 1,433 kg (3,159 lbs) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Model years | 2018–2022 | 2018–2022 | 2018–2022 |
03Then vs now
C519 vs. previous generation
| Metric | Change vs. C346 |
|---|---|
| Peak power | +30 hp |
| Quickest 0–100 km/h | -0.8 s |
| Best combined MPG | -2 MPG |
| Average curb weight | +43 kg |
Why this matters
Versus the C346, the C519 is thirstier, noticeably more powerful, quicker off the line. Used-car shoppers should weigh these shifts against the C346's typically lower asking prices.
View the C346 spec sheet0Exterior
Dimensions
Length
4,378 mm
172.4 in
Width
1,825 mm
71.9 in
Height
1,471 mm
57.9 in
Wheelbase
2,700 mm
106.3 in
Curb weight spans 1,310–1,433 kg depending on powertrain. Battery and AWD hardware add the most mass.
05Long-tail answers
Focus IV: questions answered
What engines and trims are available on the Ford Focus IV (C519)?
The Ford Focus IV (C519) lineup offers 3 petrol: 1.0 EcoBoost 125 (125 hp), 1.5 EcoBoost 182 (182 hp), ST 2.3 EcoBoost (280 hp).
How quick is the Ford Focus IV (C519) from 0 to 100 km/h?
The fastest trim, the ST 2.3 EcoBoost, accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.7s, reaching a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) with the ST 2.3 EcoBoost.
What is the most fuel-efficient Ford Focus IV (C519) trim?
The 1.0 EcoBoost 125 delivers the highest fuel economy at 46.0 MPG (EPA combined). Across the 3 powertrains, fuel economy spans 30–46 combined MPG.
How does the C519 compare to the previous Ford Focus?
Against the C346 predecessor it replaces, the C519 is thirstier, noticeably more powerful, quicker off the line. Side-by-side technical specs are detailed in the comparison table below.
What model years are included in the Ford Focus IV (C519)?
The Ford Focus IV (C519) was produced from 2018 – 2022, spanning the following model years: 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022.
What are the exterior dimensions of the Ford Focus IV (C519)?
4378 mm long, 1825 mm wide, 1471 mm tall on a 2700 mm wheelbase (172.4 in overall length).
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Sources for this page
- EPA fuel-economy records: Ford FocusCertification data, 2018–2022
- NHTSA vehicle file: recalls, complaints and investigations2018 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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