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Ford Focus

New from

$30,990 excl. on-roads

8.5

CarExpert Rating

Safety Rating

Warranty

5 years

Fuel Efficiency

6.4 - 8.8 L / 100km

About the Ford Focus

Last updated Dec 18, 2024

The 2023 Ford Focus's used prices in Australia typically range from $45,500 for the ST variant and topping out at $49,800 for the ST X.

There are 2 variants of the Focus available in Australia and this generation went on sale in January of 2023.

Engine options include 2.3L turbo petrol (206kW/420Nm). Available with 6 speed manual or 7 speed automatic transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.

The 2023 Focus was offered with a 5 year, unlimited kilometre warranty.

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Ford Focus News

1 Month Ago

Ford Australia to put features behind a paywall from 2025

Most Ford models sold in Australia since mid-2020 will soon require their owners to pay for certain functions which are currently free.

Jordan Mulach

9 Months Ago

Ford Powershift class action hits High Court

The saga between Ford Focus, Fiesta, and EcoSport owners with the Blue Oval over defective Powershift transmissions has arrived in the High Court.

Jordan Mulach

2 Years Ago

Every car discontinued in 2022

This year, we said goodbye to some thrifty hybrids, hot hatchbacks, cute drop-tops, and some budget-friendly fare.

William Stopford

2 Years Ago

Future Fords to be 'more American', Focus getting the axe

European Focus production is ending as Ford pivots to a more SUV-centric line-up with more American styling and potentially higher margins.

William Stopford

2 Years Ago

Ford Fiesta ST and Focus ST axed from Australian line-up

Two of the best hot hatches money can buy are being retired from Australian showrooms, as stock shortages bite and Ford focuses on volume.

Mike Costello

3 Years Ago

Ford Focus' future in doubt beyond 2025

The German plant that produces the Ford Focus is expected to close in 2025, casting doubt on the small car's future.

Derek Fung

3 Years Ago

Ford Fiesta and Focus recalled

A potential oil leak in 2019-22 Ford Fiesta and Focus models could lead to an engine fire.

Jack Quick

3 Years Ago

2022 Ford Focus ST delayed, won't use smaller screen

Ford Australia is delaying the launch of the Focus ST, and won't substitute in an older infotainment system to get it here sooner.

William Stopford

3 Years Ago

2022 Ford Focus ST could lose big touchscreen due to Ukraine invasion

Ford has been forced to produce the updated Focus with its older, smaller touchscreen in Europe, though it's unclear yet if Australia is affected.

William Stopford

3 Years Ago

Every car discontinued in 2021

In 2021, we lost two brands and 18 nameplates in the Australian market, and there were a handful of other discontinuations worth noting.

William Stopford

3 Years Ago

2022 Ford Focus ST confirmed for Australia

The 2022 Ford Focus ST has a sharp new look, more technology than before, and a two-tier range for Australia.

Scott Collie

3 Years Ago

Ford Focus: Non-ST range culled in Australia

Ford has culled the Focus ST-Line and Active for 2022, moving to an ST-only range on the back of slow sales.

Scott Collie

3 Years Ago

2022 Ford Focus facelift spied up close

The Ford Focus is set to receive a mid-life update in 2022 that'll feature a restyled front end.

William Stopford

4 Years Ago

2019 Ford Focus recalled

Ford has recalled the 2019 Focus to fix a problem with a transmission stud that could chafe on the engine wiring loom.

Scott Collie

4 Years Ago

2021 Ford Focus ST-3 price and specs

Ford's hot hatch has been given a new, limited-run flagship chock full of equipment... that used to be standard on the regular model.

Scott Collie

4 Years Ago

2022 Ford Focus spied

It's mid-cycle facelift time for the Ford Focus, with visual tweaks including a slimmer grille and headlights.

William Stopford

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2023 Ford Focus Reviews

8.1

3 Years Ago

2021 Ford Focus Active review

The Ford Focus has struggled to grab the attention of buyers in Australia. That's a shame, because even the activewear-wearing Active is a good thing.

Scott Collie

8.2

4 Years Ago

2021 Ford Focus review

The Focus ST-Line is one of the best-kept secrets in the small car class, offering warm hatch performance and dynamics with a dash of class.

James Wong

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All Ford Focus Pricing

Year	Price From*	Price To*
2023	$45,500	$49,800
2022	$30,990	$49,100
2021	$25,000	$43,400
2020	$20,300	$38,200
2019	$16,800	$36,700

*excl. on-roads

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2022 Ford Focus Specs

See our comprehensive details for the Ford Focus

ST-LINE

Adds:

12 Volt Power Outlet
17 Inch Alloy Wheels
AUX/USB Input Socket
Additional 12 Volt Socket/s
Adjustable Speed Limiter
Android Auto
Anti-lock Braking
AppLink
Apple Car Play
Auto Climate Control with Dual Temp Zones
Automatic Stop/Start
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Bluetooth Connectivity
Body Coloured Exterior Mirrors
Carpet Floor Covering
Child Seat - ISOFIX Anchorage System
Child Seat Anchor Points
Chrome Front Grille
Cloth Trim
Collision Warning - Full Auto Brake
Cup Holders - Front Seats
Cup Holders - Rear Seats
Curtain Airbags
Digital Audio Broadcast Radio +
Driver Mode Selection
Driver Seat Manual Adjust 4 Way
Dual Front Airbags Package
Dusk Sensing Headlights
Dynamic Brake Control
Electric Parking Brake
Electronic Brake Force Distribution
Emergency Assist
Emergency Brake Lights - Flashing
Engine Immobiliser
Evasive Steering Assist
Exterior Mirrors with Puddle Light
Extra USB Socket/s
FORD MYKEY
Floor Mat Driver
Floor Mats - Front
Fog Lights - Front with Cornering Function
Fog Lights - LED
Fog Lights - Rear
Forward Collision Warning
Headlight Washer System
Headlights - Coming/Leaving Home Function
Headlining Special
Heated Front Seats
Heated Seats - All
High Mounted Rear Stop Light
Intelligent Speed Assist
Keyless Entry
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keeping Assist
Leather Steering Wheel
Leather Trim Special
Lumbar Support Both Front Seats
Multi Function Control Screen
Paddle Shifters on Steering Wheel
Painted Grille
Parking Distance Control Rear
Passenger Seat Manual Adjust 4 Way
Pedestrian Recognition
Power Child Locks
Power Front Seat Driver 6 Way
Power Lumbar Support Driver Seat
Power Mirrors With Indicators & Folding
Power Windows With One-Touch Operation
Pre-Collision Brake Assist
Push Button Start
Rear Bumper Special
Rear Centre Armrest
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Rear Lights - LED
Rear Privacy Glass
Rear Spoiler Special
Rear View Mirror Auto Dimming
Rear Wing Spoiler
Remote Window Closing
Remote Window Opening
Reversing Camera
Rotary E-Shifter
SYNC3 Communications System
Satellite Navigation
Scuff Plates - On Doors Sill
Seatbelts - Lap/Sash for All Seats
Seatbelts - Reminder for Front Seats
Seatbelts - Reminder for Rear Seats
Side Front AirBags
Side Skirts
Smart Key
Sound System with 10 Speakers
Sound System with 6 Speakers
Spare Wheel - Space Saver/Temporary
Special Identifying Badging
Sports Grille
Sports Pedals
Sports Steering Wheel - Flat-bottomed
Sports Suspension
Subwoofer
Sunglass Holder
Sunvisors with Vanity Mirrors & Illumination
Towing Hook - Front and Rear
Traction Control System
Traffic Jam Assist
Traffic Sign Recognition
Twin Tailpipes
Voice Recognition System

ACTIVE

Adds:

Front Bumper Special
Roof Rails
Suspension High Ride

Removes:

Headlining Special
Rear Lights - LED
Rear Privacy Glass
Rear Spoiler Special
Side Skirts
Sports Suspension

Adds:

19 Inch Alloy Wheels
Active High Beam Control
Adaptive Cruise Control
Adaptive Suspension
Alloy Pedals
Blind Spot Information System
Chrome Exhaust Tip(s)
Chrome Gear Lever
Continuously Controlled Damping
Daytime Running Lights - LED
Driver Assist Pack
Driver Lumbar Support
Dual Exhaust Tips
Dynamic Stability Control
Electric Power Steering
Electronic Brake Booster
Electronic Limited Slip Differential
Electronic Stability Control
Embossed Headrests
Exhaust Gas Recirculation
Front Cross Traffic Alert
Heated Steering Wheel
Hill Start Assist
Independent Rear Suspension
LED Headlights
Launch Mode Control
Leather Interior Pack Partial Leather Seats
Multi Function Display
Multi Function Steering Wheel
Performance / Sports Tyres
Power Mirrors With Heated & Folding
Premium Sound System
Rear Lights - LED
Rear Privacy Glass
Rear Spoiler Hatch Mounted
Red Brake Calipers
Side Airbags - Front Seats side
Side Skirts
Siri Compatibility
Sport Button
Sport Seats
Sports Mode
Track Mode
eShifter

Removes:

12 Volt Power Outlet
17 Inch Alloy Wheels
AUX/USB Input Socket
Additional 12 Volt Socket/s
Adjustable Speed Limiter
Anti-lock Braking
AppLink
Auto Climate Control with Dual Temp Zones
Bluetooth Connectivity
Body Coloured Exterior Mirrors
Carpet Floor Covering
Child Seat - ISOFIX Anchorage System
Child Seat Anchor Points
Chrome Front Grille
Cloth Trim
Collision Warning - Full Auto Brake
Cup Holders - Front Seats
Cup Holders - Rear Seats
Digital Audio Broadcast Radio +
Driver Seat Manual Adjust 4 Way
Dual Front Airbags Package
Dusk Sensing Headlights
Dynamic Brake Control
Electronic Brake Force Distribution
Emergency Assist
Emergency Brake Lights - Flashing
Evasive Steering Assist
Extra USB Socket/s
FORD MYKEY
Floor Mat Driver
Floor Mats - Front
Fog Lights - Front with Cornering Function
Fog Lights - LED
Fog Lights - Rear
Forward Collision Warning
Headlight Washer System
Headlights - Coming/Leaving Home Function
Heated Front Seats
Heated Seats - All
High Mounted Rear Stop Light
Intelligent Speed Assist
Keyless Entry
Leather Trim Special
Lumbar Support Both Front Seats
Painted Grille
Parking Distance Control Rear
Passenger Seat Manual Adjust 4 Way
Power Child Locks
Power Front Seat Driver 6 Way
Power Lumbar Support Driver Seat
Power Mirrors With Indicators & Folding
Power Windows With One-Touch Operation
Pre-Collision Brake Assist
Push Button Start
Rear Centre Armrest
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Rear View Mirror Auto Dimming
Rear Wing Spoiler
Remote Window Closing
Remote Window Opening
Roof Rails
Rotary E-Shifter
Scuff Plates - On Doors Sill
Seatbelts - Reminder for Front Seats
Seatbelts - Reminder for Rear Seats
Side Front AirBags
Smart Key
Sound System with 6 Speakers
Spare Wheel - Space Saver/Temporary
Sports Grille
Sports Pedals
Subwoofer
Sunglass Holder
Sunvisors with Vanity Mirrors & Illumination
Suspension High Ride
Towing Hook - Front and Rear
Traction Control System
Traffic Jam Assist
Traffic Sign Recognition
Twin Tailpipes

ST-3

Adds:

Panoramic Sunroof
Recaro Seats

Removes:

Chrome Gear Lever

See all 2022 Ford Focus Specs

2023 Ford Focus Towing Capacity

Year	Braked Capacity from	Braked Capacity to
2023	1400Kg	1400Kg
2022	1200Kg	1400Kg
2021	1200Kg	1400Kg
2020	1200Kg	1400Kg
2019	1000Kg	1400Kg

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2023 Ford Focus Gallery

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2023 Ford Focus Fuel Economy

There are 2 different fuel economy figures for the Ford Focus

The most fuel efficient Ford Focus is the ST with a 6 SPEED MANUAL which is powered by a 2.3L TURBO DIRECT F/INJ and uses 8.1L of Premium Unleaded Petrol per 100km on the combined cycle.

Cost of ownership

What are the running and servicing costs of a Ford Focus?

The Ford Focus has a recommended service interval of 12 months or 15,000 km, whichever comes first.

2023 Ford Focus Warranty

What is the warranty on a Ford Focus?

The Ford Focus offers a 5 year unlimited kilometre warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.