Ground clearance of Ford Focus 3, possibilities of increasing ground clearance of Ford Focus III

The world premiere of the Ford Focus 3 took place in 2010 in Detroit. A hatchback and a sedan were presented at the exhibition, and a station wagon was also shown in Geneva in March of the same year. Today, the third generation of Ford Focus is produced in Vsevolzhsk, as well as at four other automobile factories in the world. Let's look at the key features of the Ford Focus 3 car: ground clearance, engine specifications, design, etc.

Installation of spacers and their features

A car with a low ride height looks nice, but it's not practical. For example, if several people sit in the back, the Ford Focus 2 will lower and scratch the road when driving over uneven surfaces. Moreover, in some places it will not be possible to drive at all, since there is a risk of damaging or tearing off some part on the lower part of the car. There are several ways to increase clearance, including:

• Replacing wheels.
• Replacing springs and shock absorbers.
• Installation of spacers.

One of the most popular ways to increase ground clearance is to install spacers. For Ford Focus 2, this allows you to raise the car by 2–3 cm, and they are placed between the body and the springs

However, it is important to purchase only those parts that are suitable specifically for your car, otherwise the result will not be of very high quality.

In general, installing such spacers and raising your car is not difficult and does not take much time. To do this you need to do the following:

• We raise the car on a lift or on jacks. However, it is necessary to do this for both sides at once, otherwise the suspension will be clamped by the torsion bar, and it will be impossible to insert the spacer.
• We unscrew the disc and hub bolts, and then remove the wheels.
• Unscrew the bolts that secure the racks. After that we remove them.
• We fix the spacers using special ties or plastic clamps.
• We tighten the racks with new bolts, which should be longer (as a rule, they are sold together with spacers). If these bolts have a steel hardness of 5.8, then they will have to be replaced with stronger ones, with an index of 10.9.
• Install the wheels and tighten all the bolts back.

For the rear wheels the procedure will be exactly the same as for the front wheels. As for choosing a specific option, you need to know what types of spacers there are. As a rule, there are:

• Aluminum.
• Plastic.
• Rubber.
• Polyurethane.

Each of these types has its pros and cons, however, the experience of many Ford Focus 2 owners and the recommendations of experts suggest that it is best to choose rubber or plastic options.

Rubber spacers are inexpensive, highly resistant to aggressive environments, do not corrode, and have virtually no effect on the level of comfort and controllability. However, they are not without their drawbacks, including wearing out quickly and being easily destroyed and deformed.

As for plastic inserts, they have practically no disadvantages, because they do not affect the behavior of the car on the road, and at the same time they have a long service life and are not negatively affected.

It should be noted that if the springs sag, this method of increasing ground clearance will not work for the Ford Focus 2. The problem in this case is the small distance between the spring coils. Spacers will be justified only in combination with good springs.

How to increase the ground clearance of a Ford Focus. Part 3

How to increase the ground clearance of a Ford Focus.
Part 3 In the previous article we talked about different types of spacers, and also that spacers installed between the spring or MacPherson strut and the body are more effective than intercoil spacers. In this article we will talk about the dangers of spacers made of hard materials and how they affect the suspension life and vehicle handling.

Why you can't use spacers made of hard materials

Hard materials include any metals, textolite, plastic and other similar substances that have good strength and resistance to compression. Such spacers effectively hold the strut or spring in place, but have an extremely negative effect on the performance of the suspension. When the car hits a single obstacle, the unsprung mass (wheel, hub, CV joint, ball joint and lower control arm) receives a strong vertical impulse and rushes upward. As long as the spring stiffness is less than this impulse, it compresses, due to which this impulse reaches the body extended in time, that is, smoothed out. As a result, the unsprung mass moves quickly and the body rises slowly.

In addition to the vertical impulse, the suspension also receives a horizontal impulse, which consists of several factors. First of all, this is a horizontal vector that occurs when hitting an obstacle. Secondly, the vertical vector appears as a result of load redistribution in the suspension. After all, the pendant is a triangle with changing angles and one side of variable length. One fixed side is located between the support bearing or the point of contact of the body with the spring and the silent block connecting the suspension arm to the body or beam. The second side is located between this silent block and the center of the wheel hub. And the side of variable length is formed by the center of the wheel hub and the support bearing or the point of contact between the body and the spring. Therefore, the impact on the moving side of this triangle leads to an increase in the load on both static angles.

Driving through a small single obstacle results in the spring having time to smooth out the vertical impulse and distribute it evenly between the support bearing (the point of contact between the spring and the body) and the silent block. If the obstacle turns out to be more than one, the following will happen - the spring will effectively dampen the vertical impulse from hitting the first obstacle, then the suspension will need time to lower the wheel down. If the second obstacle is too close, then the spring will not have time to fully straighten, which means that the vertical impulse from the second obstacle will not be completely extinguished, that is, the impact on the body and silent block will be sharper. Why is this exposure dangerous? The silent block is designed for smooth impact and the absence of strong shock loads. However, driving on bad roads, especially if the snail's speed is not to the driver's liking, leads to too frequent action on the spring and increased loads on the silent block. On European roads this part easily travels 200 thousand kilometers, but on Russian roads even the original silent block rarely travels more than 100 thousand kilometers.

Solid spacers increase shock loads on the suspension, because when driving on bad roads, the wheel constantly moves up and down and the spring does not always have time to straighten. A solid spacer is installed instead of a thin shock-absorbing spacer, the purpose of which is to reduce the impact on the suspension even with a fully compressed spring. This leads to accelerated wear of silent blocks and shock absorbers by 2–5 times. When the silent blocks are broken, suspension play appears, which leads to an arbitrary change in the direction of wheel rotation by 1–3 degrees. At low speeds this is not critical, but at speeds over 100 kilometers per hour it poses a serious safety risk.

When the shock absorbers are worn out and have lost their characteristics, the speed of the wheel when the spring is released increases, which is why the wheel bounces off the ground and the whole cycle is repeated, albeit with a smaller amplitude. But the longer the wheel is off the ground, the less its influence on the controllability and stability of the car. If a wheel is lifted off the ground while braking or turning, the likelihood of skidding increases dramatically, which can lead to a collision with other cars or various obstacles. For this reason, installing any solid spacers between the body and the MacPherson strut or spring is not advisable. After all, replacing shock absorbers and silent blocks, which will have to be carried out 2–5 times more often in order to prevent a negative impact on handling, will be very expensive. If you neglect frequent suspension repairs, then the likelihood of getting into an accident is very high.

Main technical characteristics of Ford Focus 3 power units and proposed transmissions

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The new generation of Ford Focus is equipped with one of the four-cylinder gasoline engines:

• Duratec 1.6 l - 85 hp;
• Duratec 1.6 l - 105 hp;
• Duratec 1.6 l - 125 hp;
• Duratec 2.0 l - 150 hp

Power unit 1.6 Duratec 85 hp. It is installed only on hatchbacks and is equipped with a 5-speed manual transmission. Although the engine is low-power, the technical characteristics of the Ford Focus 3 hatch are practically not inferior to older models, for example, the torque reaches 141 Nm. All engines comply with Euro 5 standards.

Parameters 1.6 Duratec 105 hp:

• torque – 150 Nm;
• fuel consumption in “city” mode – 8.4 l;
• fuel consumption in “highway” mode – 4.7 l;
• maximum speed – 190 km/h;
• acceleration to 100 km/h – 12.4 s.

Parameters 1.6 Duratec 125 hp:

• torque - 159 Nm;
• fuel consumption in “city” mode – 8.7 l;
• fuel consumption in “highway” mode – 4.9 l;
• maximum speed – 198 km/h;
• acceleration to 100 km/h – 11.8 s.

Parameters 2.0 Duratec 150 hp:

• torque – 202 Nm;
• fuel consumption in “city” mode – 9.1 l;
• fuel consumption in “highway” mode – 4.9 l;
• maximum speed – 202 km/h;
• acceleration to 100 km/h – 9.4 s.

Units with a volume of 1.6 liters are equipped with either a 5-speed manual transmission or a six-speed PowerShift automatic transmission. Two-liter samples are equipped only with a six-speed PowerShift automatic transmission.

Both suspensions in the chassis are of an independent type. The front design is based on proprietary MacPherson struts, the rear suspension is assembled using a multi-link design and interacts with the Torque Vectoring Control system. Disc brakes and electric power steering are responsible for safety; a lot of electronic assistants are also offered as additional options.

But even the basic configuration boasts ABS, EBD and ESP. There are three modification options in total:

• Ambiente;
• SYNC Edition;
• Titanium.

cozy car Almost all owners note the predictability and stability of the car, which is confirmed by the technical characteristics of Ford Focus 3 models of any configuration. Thanks to valuable recommendations from the Ford WRC racing team, the designers did everything to ensure that the car would quickly and safely take any turns, and handle the straight road without problems.

According to surveys of car enthusiasts in 2014, the Ford Focus III became almost the best offer among C-class cars. Experts call the optimal choice a model with a 125 hp engine that works with a mechanical five-speed gearbox, explaining their choice by the low cost of the machine itself and its subsequent operation.

Increasing the ground clearance of Ford Focus 3

The good news for Focus fans is that ground clearance can be increased. How to raise the third generation of Focus? This can be achieved by installing large wheels and shock absorber spacers, which should also dampen vibrations.

To install spacers on the front yourself, you need to unscrew the wheels, place a stop under the brake disc and remove the stabilizer mount. Next, remove the plastic protection and unscrew the rack mounting bolts. Now we need to lower the rack, to do this we lift the car with a jack and now you can only install a spacer to increase the ground clearance.

For rear shock absorbers, you also need to remove the wheel, unscrew the bolt securing the arms (front and rear). Next, lower the shock absorber and place a spacer on top of the spring. It will be a little more difficult to put it back, so prepare a lever to increase the strength.

After installing a spacer to increase ground clearance, I noticed that the roll was reduced and the bumps were passed with a bang.

A sore problem for domestic motorists is roads. Many different obstacles in the form of potholes and pits pose a serious danger to both the car and the people sitting in it. For this reason, when choosing a car, most drivers consider ground clearance to be one of the key points.

Ground clearance is the distance between the road surface and the lowest point of the car. Obviously, this characteristic of the car determines its cross-country ability. The higher the rise, the deeper the hole can be overcome. In off-road conditions, ground clearance should be considered one of the main characteristics of a car. However, it is worth finding a reasonable balance, since too high a clearance can reduce the car's handling, and too low will jeopardize all the underbody components. Most often, bumpers (especially the front), oil pan and exhaust system suffer from insufficient lift on bad roads. By the way, additional crankcase protection for Ford Focus 3 reduces the clearance by about 2 cm.

Interior

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Inside the car is more different. The highlight is the Recaro sports seats, upholstered in fabric at the base. These are cool buckets with massive lateral support. They provide less comfort, but they hold the body well during sporty driving. The leather upholstery of the seats of the Ford Focus ST 3 has already wrinkled, which is clearly visible from the advertisements, fortunately it has not worn off.

The driver gets a sports steering wheel decorated with an insert. Inserts with the name of the series are the second element that distinguishes the hatchback interior. The pre-Restyle had a recessed 4-spoke steering wheel, then they started installing a 3-spoke steering wheel. The civilian Focus base had a plastic steering wheel that wears out after 100 thousand kilometers, but the ST base has leather that lasts a little longer.

The instrument panel is the same, but there are additional indicators inside - three analogue sensors in the middle of the dashboard. From them you can find out the temperature, oil pressure and turbine pressure.

Otherwise, the interior is the same as the civilian one with its small audio system display and climate control unit. In the restyle there are fewer buttons, because the display has turned into a full-fledged multimedia. We also note a different gearshift lever for a sporty character.

By the way, in addition to the hatchback, a station wagon was produced for those for whom a 316-liter trunk was not enough. The station wagon gives 476 liters.

Salon

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Among other things, the interior of the car has also undergone significant changes. It has improved and become more modern. The manufacturer also used not very expensive cladding materials, but the build quality was quite good. Front passengers will find themselves in a fabric seat, which has slight lateral support and is also heated. The back row is a sofa designed for three people; there is not much space there, but two people of small build will feel quite comfortable. The passenger who will be in the middle will most likely be dissatisfied, since his seat is raised compared to the two outer seats and this is uncomfortable.

The driver will get a slightly modified leather 3-spoke steering wheel, which in an expensive configuration can be equipped with heating. The steering wheel has chrome decorative inserts, as well as a huge number of keys, created mainly for multimedia control. Behind the steering wheel is a dashboard that has large analogue speedometer and tachometer gauges, which in turn are placed in fairly large wells. There are also small analogue sensors for fuel level and oil temperature, and in the upper part there is also, unfortunately, a small on-board computer, but quite informative for an ordinary car.

The center console at the top has a small multimedia system display, which is neatly inserted into the dashboard. Just below is the CD slot, under which there are a relatively small number of keys to control it all. To the left and right of these keys there are vertical air deflectors.

Then the center console goes a little deeper, which creates a misleading impression of a lot of space - marketing. In that area we are greeted by a separate climate control unit, which may also not be available in every configuration. It consists of a narrow monitor at the top, which displays the temperature you have selected. The rest of the block consists of two knobs and 11 buttons. At the very bottom of the center console we are greeted by one USB port and a small niche for small items, most likely for a smartphone.

The tunnel, which is located between the driver of the 2011-2019 Ford Focus and the front passenger, immediately greets us with a large gear selector that looks good and beautiful. To the left of it we see a 12V socket and a button to disable the parking sensors. And after all this, we are greeted on the left side by the parking brake handbrake, and to the right of it there is a box in which there are cup holders. The luggage compartment of the model has remained virtually unchanged; the sedan has a trunk volume of 372 liters, and the hatchback has 100 liters less.

In 2016, Euro NCAP tested this model for safety and received an excellent result. The model received a maximum score of five stars, and this was most likely achieved due to the fact that the manufacturer made the front part of the body more rigid.

Ford Focus 3 station wagon photo

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The most attractive rear part of the hatchback is due to the original dimensional lamps of an interesting shape, extending behind the wings. The luggage compartment is equipped with a neat door, which is located on the border with the bumper. In expensive versions it borders on a diffuser. The Focus 3 sedan is characterized by large-sized chandeliers. It is very stylish and original, because the small trunk lid, which is located high, the rear bumper is very powerful, decently swollen rear wings and wheel arches create a simply breathtaking image of this model. It’s nice to look at the neat side lights, and the large tailgate is very convenient. Everything here is where it should be.

All Ford Focus 3 new bodies have the kinetic design of the conceptual Iosis Max image.

The size of the Ford Focus has increased.

The length of the external overall dimensions of the Ford Focus 3 hatchback, sedan, station wagon is - 4358, 4534, 4556 mm, the width for all body types is 1823 mm (with mirrors 2010 mm), base dimensions are 2648 mm, height - 1484, 1484, 1505 mm, ground clearance (ground clearance) of Ford Focus 3 - 140 mm (for Russian versions, ground clearance is increased to 165 mm). Aerodynamic drag coefficient Cx – 0.274 – 0.295 (the new Focus sedan has the lowest body). Thus, the vehicle's ground clearance was 140 mm.

Interesting interior.

As mentioned above, there is a kinetic design, the interior is made only from the highest quality materials, the ergonomics here are meticulous, and the level of assembly is high. The steering wheel is perfectly adjustable in depth and height, it is convenient because it has an optimal shape, four spokes with ridges for a comfortable grip. The control buttons are located simply on the steering wheel itself, so picking up the steering wheel will be a great pleasure. There is also an on-board computer display with excellent, impressive graphics.

The front panel and center console have beautiful lines and curves. The rectangular and large shape of the ventilation system deflectors provides excellent protection. Great comfort comes from the fact that you don’t have to reach for the parking brake handle. It is located close to the pilot. The gearshift lever is in the correct place.

The seats are equipped with comfortable padding, not too soft, not too hard. They have a beautiful profile and there will always be room on the side for a comfortable hand position. The large center console has many different buttons with the necessary functions. In expensive trim levels, the Focus 3 interior contains a huge amount of electronics. The tunnel between the seats in the front is inconvenient due to its width and height; drivers and passengers of average build feel a feeling of constriction between the door and it. The front interior is like a sports car, similar to the Focus WRC rally car. The rear seats will be difficult to climb into due to the high threshold and narrow door opening. Only two people can fit there more or less freely.

The trunk of the Ford Focus 3 hatchback holds up to 1062 liters of usable volume.

Trunk Ford Focus 3 sedan

The trunk of the sedan can accommodate 372 liters, the station wagon can accommodate 476 liters, and with the rear row folded down it can accommodate 1502 liters.

Legendary compact car

Ford Focus is a compact car from the legendary American manufacturer. The car has been produced in Russia since 1999 and during this time more than half a million copies have been manufactured and sold.

In 2010, Ford Focus was recognized as the best-selling foreign-made car in the Russian Federation. Two years later, the car won the Car of the Year Award, taking one of the nominations.

Ford Focus is a universal car that is ideal for a family with an average income.

The advantages of the car include practicality, affordable price and low maintenance.

In addition, there is a complete safety package that makes the car stand out from its competitors.

Ford Focus is supplied to the territory of the Russian Federation in 3 bodies - station wagon, hatchback and sedan.

For some time, a coupe version was available to domestic car owners, but it is a thing of the past.

Cars that are produced in Russia are adapted for domestic roads and are distinguished primarily by higher ground clearance.

Below we will consider the following points:

• What ground clearance is provided in Ford Focus 2 and 3 cars (for sedan, hatchback and station wagon)?
• What do real users say about the height of the car?
• Is it possible to increase ground clearance?

Reviews from Ford Focus 3 owners

• I believe that the ground clearance of the third Focus is only for driving in the city and on normal roads. If you lean somewhere to the left or right, you can leave half the bottom there on a country road.

• I like the car to sit low. When I first bought my three-ruble note, I really liked the way it looked from the outside precisely because of the ground clearance. Now I’m actually thinking about making it even lower. And yes, I travel not only along the central streets of the city, but also to the dacha on weekends. It’s hard to call the road there good. So, I don’t experience any problems, although once the muffler caught a little, but it was my own fault. It was possible to go around to the left, but I went straight ahead.

• If we consider the Ford Focus 3 as a city car (which is exactly how it is intended), and not a cruiser for conquering off-road conditions, because for this you need to use completely different cars, then the factory ground clearance is quite enough. I personally have enough.

• I solved the clearance issue in my own way. I bought 205\60 Y16 tires for the winter. Compared to the original 205\55 Ya16, the ground clearance has become 1cm higher, and the car has become a little softer, plus there is less load on the suspension.

• I took a Ford Focus 3 last summer and was quite pleased and did not experience any difficulties with ground clearance. Until winter comes. As it turned out, on our street I have the lowest ground clearance, and all winter I had to level the track with protection. Now I'm thinking about increasing the clearance.

• Before entering the garage, I have a small surge, about 10 cm. Of course, I drive through it carefully, but still I never got caught even taking into account the fact that there is iron protection, although on the previous Kia Sid car the front bumper periodically got caught.

• It seems to me that the ground clearance is a little low, I’m especially afraid for the front bumper and I always slow down before bumps.

• It’s still the same thing, I keep clinging to something, sometimes it seems that the ground clearance is not 150mm, but doesn’t even reach 100.

• I agree that more ground clearance could have been done. Ground clearance is so far the only, but not critical for me, minus of this car.

• I have owned this car for over a year now and, unlike most owners, the ground clearance does not cause me any problems. Maybe because I drive mainly around the city and on fairly good roads. Although there were no special problems in winter, the only thing is that I took 205/60 winter tires, maybe this is a secret.

• If we compare the clearance of the FF3 with its classmates, then our focus will not be the lowest. For example, the Golf doesn’t even have this, the same with the Mazda 3. So the third Focus’s ground clearance is not the lowest in the class and, in my opinion, is sufficient for movement. I even manage to go fishing in my car and it’s okay, the main thing is to be careful and remember that it’s not on the Niva. In general, the ride is quite realistic.

The world premiere of the Ford Focus 3 took place in 2010 in Detroit. A hatchback and a sedan were presented at the exhibition, and a station wagon was also shown in Geneva in March of the same year. Today, the third generation of Ford Focus is produced in Vsevolzhsk, as well as at four other automobile factories in the world. Let's look at the key features of the Ford Focus 3 car: engine technical characteristics, design, etc.

The seat is the only one that has a double bottom with a height of 8 cm, and it is the one that offers the most space for the tray, but also the one that has the highest load threshold. The reason is that the Lev has several pieces at the bottom of the barrel that allow you to place the floor tray at two heights, and this subtracts the usable width when placing large and regular packages such as suitcases. In terms of habitability, there is very little difference.

The Lion is widest at both the shoulders and elbows, as well as the smaller front seats. These seats are the best, without a doubt, but have the advantages and disadvantages of sports seats. For example, if we use the car on mountain roads, they pick up the body in an exemplary manner and do not allow it to move around corners, but instead, in normal use in the city, they are less comfortable than their rivals and complicate things slightly. access and egress, being the body, very much embedded in the same.

Became more impressive and prettier

All three models have the same front end. A wide, aggressive air intake with a noticeable aerodynamic skirt running along the bottom. Whether you're looking at a sedan, station wagon or hatchback, you'll admire the almond-shaped headlights. The maximum configuration includes xenon, as well as diode daytime running lights. It looks simple, but at the same time quite impressive. Most importantly, the quality of light is at a very high level.

In the third generation of Focus, the wheel arches were significantly enlarged, although this did not spoil the harmonious appearance of the car. The station wagon and sedan have a straight roof shape, and the Ford Focus 3 hatchback has a domed roof. The rear of the car looks most interesting on the hatchback. A large number of complex lines and shapes emphasize the status of the car and are pleasing to the eye. In the sedan everything is simpler, but tasteful.

Briefly about body dimensions

It is worth drawing your attention to the fact that the Ford Focus 3 hatchback and sedan have average dimensions, and the station wagon is larger in length and height. In general, this model range has slightly increased its size compared to its predecessor. The length of the sedan and hatchback is 4534 and 4358 mm, respectively.

What didn't convince us was the quality of the browser's graphics, the most sketchy of the three, although the accuracy of the device is very good. The Lion also has a sensitive touch screen that detects the proximity of your hand and presents an external menu when you approach it. The screen sensitivity when selecting a function is slightly worse than the rest.

Having to control the air conditioner through it makes it somewhat slower than if you have an independent set of controls, since you need to move from one function to another and, for example, when changing the temperature you will lose the browser image which, however, retains the signs of turning the instrumentation . From now on, we do everything using this touchscreen, which we found easier to use than the 308. What stands out is the ability to go to "home" or "back" whenever you want.

Regardless of the body, it is 1823 mm, taking into account mirrors - about 2010 mm. As for the height, the hatchback and sedan have 1484 mm, and the station wagon is higher here too - 1505 mm. In general, we did not notice any significant changes in terms of dimensions. But the aerodynamic characteristics have improved somewhat and amounted to 0.27-0.30 Cx.

Good handling

I was surprised by the grip of the car; it holds the road well and takes turns. Of course, the car is easy to skid on wet asphalt, although this is quickly prevented by stabilization. The hatchback handles minor bumps with dignity; more discomfort was expected.

The first reason for this is the suspension. The American moved to a new C2 platform, which uses MacPherson struts at the front. The rear suspension depends on the configuration, either a semi-independent beam in younger engines, or an independent design with double wishbones.

Handling was also enhanced by the body, the rigidity of which increased by 20% due to high-strength steel. For the first time, a hatchback is optionally equipped with Continuously Controlled Damping adaptive shock absorbers, which change the stiffness after analyzing the suspension and the road situation.

A little off topic, but the model has been upgraded technologically, receiving adaptive cruise control, a pedestrian and road sign recognition system, lane marking control, and an automatic parking system. Also, Ford Focus will independently press the brake and even turn the steering wheel to avoid an accident.

Specifications

More details

Initially, the car has a single 2-liter gasoline engine with a Borg Wagner turbine. The engine with 16 valves produces 250 horsepower and 360 H*m of torque. In Russia, of course, 1 hp. removed for taxes. The Focus ST engine was paired exclusively with a 6-speed manual – an ideal sports tandem.

Regardless of the year of production, the hatchback reached 100 km/h in 6.5 seconds, and the top speed reached 248 km/h.

The restyling began to install a 2-liter Duratorq TDCi diesel engine. The engine was lagging in power - 185 horses with 400 units of torque, so fans were outraged by its appearance. The dynamics are also worse - 8.1 seconds from a maximum speed of 217 km/h.

Fans love the hatchback not only for its acceleration in a straight line, which, by the way, lacks twitching thanks to the electric booster. The car was loved for its handling, provided by stiffer shock absorbers (plus 10-15% in rigidity) and struts shortened by 10 mm. The suspension is the same - MacPherson strut and multi-link. The car takes turns with dignity due to the imitation of inter-wheel locking by the TVC brake system.

By the way, the brakes are reinforced. It uses 320mm ventilated discs at the front and 271mm ventilated discs at the rear. Naturally, the brakes of the third Ford Focus ST are helped by various electronic assistants.

Those. Part

The most “delicious” part of the review for most drivers will be the technical specifications. The third generation Focus arrived on the Russian market with one diesel engine and four gasoline-powered units. The time-tested 2-liter diesel engine with 250 horsepower and a 6-speed manual transmission has been carried over from previous generations.

As for gasoline options, three 1.6-liter engines (85/105/125 hp) and one 2-liter engine with 150 hp are offered here. All gasoline engines can operate with either a 5-speed manual transmission or a 6-speed PowerShift automatic transmission. At the start of sales there was another diesel option with a volume of 2 liters and 140 hp, but due to low sales the company decided to remove it.

A lot of words can be said about the mechanical basis, but we will make do with a brief overview. The suspension is firm enough to cope with our roads. It has undergone modernization; compared to the 2nd generation, the suspension has become noticeably stiffer. The steering has excellent information content and feedback.

These characteristics became a level higher after installing an electronic amplifier with variable parameters that depend on speed. There is roll when cornering, but it is so minimal that it is rarely noticeable. Control is supported by modern electronics, which intervene at critical moments. The manual transmission is configured for drive, the automatic transmission is configured for economy.

Quality of interior finishing and assembly

Special attention should be paid to how designers and engineers approached interior design. The first thing that catches your eye is the dashboard

At first you get the feeling of a spaceship, then you get used to it and everything falls into place. As for ergonomics, everything is done quite simply, but at the same time the controls are placed conveniently for the driver.

The interior build quality of the Ford Focus 3 (sedan, station wagon and hatchback) is at a high level. The center console, as well as the dashboard, has a large number of complex lines, which only adds grace. The color of the control devices is also striking. Brightness can be easily adjusted. Your eyes won't get tired on a long trip. There is a clear hint of sportiness in the interior. Take, for example, the location of the gearshift knob, which is located in close proximity to the driver’s hand, which is typical for sports cars. The cruise and sound controls on the steering wheel are also conveniently located.

Comfort while driving

An important factor is that the Ford Focus 3 sedan, as well as other body models, gives its owner a huge amount of pleasure while driving. For example, the front seats have lateral support and a comfortable profile. So even on a long trip you will not feel tired.

In a class of car such as the Ford Focus 3, reviews of which are mostly positive, the developers think little about the comfort of rear-row passengers. The seating is uncomfortable as the doorway is narrow. It is also not comfortable for three people to sit, since there is not enough space, but for two people there is just enough space. Nevertheless, driving in this car is pleasant and comfortable. There are clear hints that the model is sports. The maximum configuration has many additional options, so the center console is intimidating with the presence of a huge number of buttons.

Ford Focus 3 ground clearance

But the Ford Focus is a car for the city. Evgeniy, 32 years old, Stavropol. I like the elastic fit of the car, its stability and ground clearance are quite enough.

We raise the suspension. Cheap and fast way (SPRING SPACERS)

During the entire period of operation, it never clung to the road, and even passed difficult sections.

When driving carefully, there were no problems here either. Nikita, 40 years old, Moscow

Ground clearance of Ford Focus 3 in sedan, hatchback, station wagon The third generation Ford Focus was first presented in Detroit at the beginning of the year.

Experienced craftsmen advise using rubber and plastic. After all, these materials are durable and do not corrode. When using them, deformation of the body is eliminated; such spacers are almost invisible. The only drawback of rubber supports is that in winter they wear out faster than plastic ones. If you decide to do the installation yourself, you will need time.

Comparison with analogues in the class

First, raise the car on a lift. If you use jacks, then immediately raise the front of the car on both sides.

For cars with all body types, sedan, station wagon or hatchback, despite their different lengths, the ground clearance is the same height. The exact clearance height of FordFocus 3 is determined individually, it depends on a number of factors. For example, from loading a hatchback, for example, you can load more than a sedan, or from the fact that over time the springs can sag, thereby reducing ground clearance.

Is it possible to increase the ground clearance? The ground clearance of the Ford Focus 3 can be increased and, moreover, there are several methods of modernization. Firstly, selecting the appropriate wheels will help raise the bottom off the ground. Ford Focus 3 is officially equipped with wheels with a diameter of 16 to 18 inches.

So, by installing large wheels we get greater height. In addition, choosing tires, which also come in different sizes, will help raise the car a little more. Secondly, there is a way to increase ground clearance with additional suspension elements.

This method is not recognized by all experts, since some believe that replacing or adding non-original components to a balanced system can lead to a negative result. This is especially true for car stability when cornering.

But, as practice shows, this method is quite common and popular among owners of the Ford Focus 3. It involves installing liners for the support struts of the shock absorber spacers. Manufacturers of such products claim, by the way, that they not only increase ground clearance, but are also able to dampen vibration. Self-installation of spacers on shock absorbers Key on a spring tie with a central bolt location.

A wooden block with a stop will fit the lever. To carry out the operation on the front wheels as quickly as possible, you need to perform the following steps: Place a stop under the brake disc to reduce the stretch of the spring.

You can put the side coupler on the spring for convenience.

Unfasten the plastic clip protection and two bolts. Unscrew the bolts of the upper rack mounting.

Ground clearance of Ford Focus 3 in sedan, hatchback, station wagon bodies

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The third generation Ford Focus was first presented in Detroit at the beginning of 2010.

The car was positioned as a worthy replacement for the outgoing generation of Ford Focus 2. The exterior was based on the appearance of the Iosis Max, a new concept.

As for the car platform, it remained the same, but in some respects it was modified.

The European version of the Ford Focus 3 was produced with a stated ground clearance of 142 mm.

This indicator meets the requirements for sports class cars. According to the manufacturers, the car can overcome holes up to five centimeters deep.

And here there are two options - carefully drive through the potholes or sue the road services that did not fix the problem.

The height of the curbs should be no more than ten centimeters, but even with this figure, the Ford Focus 3 (station wagon, hatchback or sedan) may have problems.

The reason is that when the interior and trunk are loaded, the ground clearance decreases. The height of the car becomes insufficient to pass the obstacle.

The solution may be to install disks with a larger diameter, although many people call this method useless.

Another option is installing spacers, but we’ll look at that below.

Some experts claim that theoretically the ground clearance can be increased to 200 mm, but such a height, of course, is not necessary.

As for the domestic version of the Ford Focus 3, the ground clearance was increased in advance to 165 mm.

This was done deliberately to eliminate problems for domestic consumers.

With such ground clearance, you can safely overcome various obstacles and not be afraid of the bottom touching the road surface.

The height of the car has been increased due to the suspension, and the manufacturers assure that this has not affected the handling of the vehicle.

All Ford Focus 3 cars produced for the Russian market (regardless of body type - sedan, hatchback or station wagon) have the same ground clearance.

But here, as in the European version, a decrease in ground clearance is possible when fully loaded.

Ford Focus III configurations

The third generation of Ford Focus reached the territory of our homeland in five full-fledged trim levels:

• Ambiente;
• Trend sport;
• Sport Limited Edition;
• Trend;
• Titanium.

The first version received the most modest set of parameters, but even it is capable of satisfying the interests of a not too demanding car owner. So, it included an electronic power steering wheel, electric front windows and mirrors, adjustment of the steering column for reach and height, a driver's seat lift, central locking and many other small pleasant options.

The Trend package boasts ESP and EBA technologies, additional airbags, sports front seats, a modified center console, fog lights and a heated steering wheel and seats. The minimum price tag for a car with all these pleasures starts at 1,140,000 rubles.

I would like to pay special attention to the top-end Titanium configuration. We have already talked about the 150-horsepower engine, but in addition to it, this version of the car has:

• rain and light sensors;
• special finishing of the radiator grille;
• engine start button;
• dual-zone climate control;
• decorative interior lighting;
• more luxurious finish.

The price difference between the minimum and top-end configurations is quite large: price tags for the latter start from 1,580,000 rubles. Whether all the innovations are worth such an injection of money is the personal choice of each car enthusiast. As practice shows, even the most unreasonably expensive modification always has its buyer.

Ford Focus 3 ground clearance, ground clearance Ford Focus III hatchback, station wagon and sedan

Ford Focus 3 ground clearance or ground clearance of the Ford Focus III is an important factor for operating a car on our harsh roads. The distance from the bottom of the car to the road in the Russian Ford Focus 3 is increased when comparing the ground clearance with the European Ford Focus 3.

In Europe, the ground clearance of the Ford Focus 3 is 142 mm. In Russia, the ground clearance is 165 mm, but not everyone agrees with this, since the clearance will be slightly more or less, depending on the situation. And how to measure this indicator, because there are a lot of points on the bottom, which, it seems to us, may turn out to be the lowest. The majority of car owners agree on the figure of 15 centimeters. This is exactly how much is obtained under the protection of the engine compartment. The ground clearance of a Focus sedan, station wagon or hatchback is exactly the same, but the length of all three bodies is different.

How can you increase or decrease the ground clearance of a Ford Focus 3? Everything is quite simple, choose the appropriate tires and wheels. Officially, Focus 3 can be equipped with 16, 17 or 18-inch disks. It is clear that the ground clearance will be different for different discs, given the height of the tires themselves. In any case, the ground clearance of your Focus may depend on many factors, such as how heavily the vehicle is loaded. Plus, over time, the springs simply sag and the clearance decreases naturally.

Some owners independently increase the ground clearance by replacing some of the original suspension elements with others. The most common way is to install thicker springs, which allows you to increase the Focus 3's ground clearance by a couple of centimeters. However, it is worth considering that the car’s stability when cornering and at high speeds deteriorates. Therefore, it is safer to experiment with tire and wheel sizes.

Dimensions of Ford Focus 3

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Car trunk and its dimensions

The luggage compartment volume of the sedan is 372 liters. This is not very much, but it is quite enough to transport various things in everyday life. The station wagon boasts 472 liters. And if we fold down a row of seats, we can get 1502 liters of usable volume. This is already quite an impressive figure. The hatchback has the least space - 277 liters. If you remove a row of seats, you can get a total of about 1060 liters.

From all of the above, we can conclude that a station wagon is best suited for transporting goods, and a hatchback and sedan least of all. The car cannot work as a tractor, but there is more than enough space for small things.

Spacer in shock absorber struts

One of the best ways is this one. The point is that there is a place where the shock absorber and the body meet, and in this place you can install a special spacer that will raise the body up. Open the hood if you have a popular sedan or hatchback and you'll take this place away.

There is only one downside: the center of gravity will be higher and this will have a slightly negative impact on handling. It is difficult to say what the result will be, since spacers come in different thicknesses.

You can install them yourself if you know a little about cars. You can purchase this spacer for 600 rubles. They come in plastic and aluminum; aluminum ones are a little more expensive, but they are more reliable.

Technical capabilities of the new hatchback

The basis for the new hatchback is the C1 platform. Models are front-wheel drive. The designers installed McPherson struts at the front, and the rear is equipped with a multi-link suspension. The car has disc brakes, and the front wheel mechanisms are equipped with ventilated additions.

The technical capabilities of any car, the type and fuel consumption depend on the power unit and gearbox. The manufacturer offers several options:

The concern offers three model configurations:

• ambiente,
• SYNK Edition
• Titanium.

The set of innovative systems in hatchbacks supplied to the markets of Russia and Ukraine is limited. It is possible to purchase a model with a blind spot monitoring system, navigation equipment with voice control, parking, and an emergency braking system.

A little history...

Before we touch on the popular Ford Focus III, I want to tell you that the Ford company was founded by Henry Ford back in June 1903, and it was called “Ford Motor Company”. This was Henry's third and successful attempt. Ford is still one of the most profitable and largest automakers on the market.

Now let's talk about the origins of Focus. In general, where did this name come from and where does it take its roots? The first generation of Focuses dates back to 1998, the FF (Ford Focus) that came off the assembly line then replaced the “Escort”, few people know that Ford had to “sweat” a lot for the name “Focus”. The fact is that the name “Focus” was already used by the German company “Burda”, that was the name of their printed publication, the Cologne court prohibited the Ford company from releasing a new car model under this name. Fortunately, just before Focus entered the European market, the companies managed to come to an agreement.

First generation focus

Other models were built on the basis of the Focus, such as the popular Ford C-MAX minivan.

Years of production and modernization of Focus:

• 1998, 1st generation, pre-styling;
• 2001-2005, 1st generation, restyling;
• 2004, 2nd generation, pre-styling;
• 2007-2011, 2nd generation, restyling;
• 2010, 3rd generation, pre-styling;
• 2014 -2019, 3rd generation, restyling;
• 2018-present, 4th generation.

3rd generation Focus, restyling

What do Ford Focus 3 owners say?

It’s interesting to hear the opinions of third-generation Ford Focus owners:

• “I know from experience that the clearance of the Ford Focus 3 is only suitable for the city. The car’s registration certificate says 142 mm, so I knew very well the car’s capabilities and the risks of off-road driving. But I like the low stance and sportier look of the car. Moreover, I plan to make the car even lower, because during operation I do not leave the countryside. Once there was a case when the muffler got caught on a rise, but it was entirely my fault. If you drive around the potholes carefully, there won’t be any problems.” Yaroslav, Taganrog, 37 years old.
• “If we consider the Ford Focus 3 from the perspective of a city car, it largely outperforms its competitors in terms of fuel consumption, maneuverability and road stability. Due to the low ground clearance, I purchased larger tires for the winter - R16205/60. This was enough to increase the ground clearance by 1-2 cm. After installing the new tires, the car became softer, and the problems of driving on a snowy road were almost completely eliminated. Several times I found myself on a snowy road, and there my sedan still caught snow with its “bottom.” But such cases are rare." Igor, 29 years old, Ryazan.
• “As for me, the ground clearance of Ford Focus 3 could be higher. I have a station wagon that I often use to transport goods. When fully loaded, the ground clearance decreases by 3-4 centimeters, which creates problems when driving on bad roads. I'm always afraid of my front bumper getting caught on a curb or other obstacle. I have a 100mm lift in the garage. When I drive in, I worry all the time that I won’t hit the front bumper.” Stanislav, 43 years old, Vladivostok.
• “I have a domestic version of Ford Focus 3 with a ground clearance of 165 mm. This ground clearance is more than enough. Repeatedly went fishing and went to the dacha. I completely forgot what it was like to touch the ground with the bottom. Previously, I had a sedan with a lower ground clearance, but I did not notice any difference in stability when entering a turn. In this regard, the Ford Focus holds its own." Nikita, 28 years old, Tbilisi.

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Engines

For the Russian market in 2021, the Ford Focus 3 hatchback is available only with 4 types of gasoline internal combustion engines with volumes of 1.6 and 1.5 liters.

The most powerful of all power units is the 1.5 150 hp engine. With. EcoBoost with direct fuel injection, 16-valve internal combustion engine:

• equipped with turbocharging;
• complies with Euro 5;
• can run on AI-92 fuel.

Ti-VCT Duratec 1.6 engines 105 and 125 hp. With. have almost the same design, the only difference is that the more powerful internal combustion engine is equipped with other, more advanced systems for variable valve timing and exhaust, and modernized camshafts.

The lowest power of the entire line of power units presented for Russia is the 85-horsepower Ti-VCT 1.6 engine, which has been produced since January 2012.

The range of Ford Focus 3 engines for Europe and North America has been significantly expanded - the line of gasoline power units includes two-liter engines, and the engine power of the new EcoBoost SCTi series has been increased to 250 horsepower.

Also in the European version, five modifications of Duratorq diesel engines are offered, all diesel models are equipped with turbocharging, the volumes of the proposed power plants are 2.0 and 1.6 liters.

Technical characteristics of Ford Focus 3

More details

Unfortunately, the line of engines has remained the same; in our country only three power units are offered, although in general the line is quite huge. All engines are gasoline and only one of them is turbocharged.

1. As a base, a conventional 16-valve engine that complies with Euro-5 standards, which has a volume of 1.6 liters, is offered. This unit has 105 horsepower and 150 units of torque, which allows you to accelerate the car to hundreds in as much as 12 seconds, which is a bit much. The maximum speed is 170 km/h, consumption in the city is 8 liters of 95 gasoline. On the highway it will take a little less than 5 liters.
2. The second engine in the line has the same volume and is still naturally aspirated. Its power was increased to 125 horsepower, and torque was increased by nine units. As a result, this resulted in a reduction in dynamics to 11 seconds and an increase in maximum speed to 190 km/h. Consumption has not changed.
3. The latest and most expensive engine in the Ford Focus 3 line is a 16-valve 1.5-liter unit that is turbocharged. It produces 150 horses and 240 H*m of torque, which allows the car to accelerate to the first hundred in 9 seconds, and the top speed is 210 km/h. I am glad that the consumption has also remained practically unchanged, but do not forget that if you drive, it will increase significantly.

There is a fairly diverse line of gearboxes here; the first two units can be equipped with either a five-speed manual or a six-speed robot. Of course, the robot will cost more. The third engine is offered only in tandem with one gearbox, a six-speed automatic. All versions will have front-wheel drive. The car will stop using disc brakes, which will receive ventilation, but it only applies to the front ones.

The model also remained with the same suspension, but the manufacturer tried to reconfigure it, which slightly improved the smoothness of the ride. The well-known MacPherson chassis is installed at the front, and the manufacturer has installed a multi-link independent system at the rear. Driving the car is not that difficult, as the electric power assist helps. All the salen blocks in the chassis were replaced, which slightly increased its reliability. The electric power steering of the Ford Focus 3 2011-2019 was slightly reconfigured compared to the previous generation, which made the steering wheel more informative.

Ford Focus 3

The world premiere of the “global” Ford Focus 3rd generation took place in January 2010 at the North American Auto Show (Detroit). In the USA, visitors to the Detroit exhibition saw two body versions of the new product - the new Ford Focus 3 hatchback and sedan. The presentation of the Ford Focus 3 station wagon took place a little later, at the Geneva Auto Show in March 2010.

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The new Ford Focus 3 will be produced at at least five Ford plants: Saarlius (Germany), Wayne Michigan (USA), Chongqing (China), Rayong (Thailand) and Vsevolozhsk (Russia), and sold in 130 countries.

Design and dimensions

As it is logical to assume, the Ford Focus 3 review shows the same front end in all three body styles (sedan, hatchback, station wagon). Almond-shaped headlights, in expensive trim levels with xenon and LED daytime running lights. A sporty-looking bumper with a serious air intake and fog lamps. The bumper fairing draws the eye to the front of the updated model. The air duct located on it is divided into three parts by vertical jumpers; at the bottom there is a pronounced aerodynamic skirt.

The jumpers, soaring upward, go onto the hood with ribs. The body of the Ford Focus 3 with its heavily stacked A-pillars has the appearance of swiftness. The striking elements of the sidewalls are the now fashionable ribs at the top of the doors and stampings along the bottom.

Well-calibrated enlarged wheel arches do not spoil the new harmonious silhouette. The Ford Focus 3 hatchback body has a dome-shaped roof. The sedan and station wagon versions of the 2012 Ford Focus have a more traditional flat roofline, but the window line for all models rises to the rear.

The rear part is perhaps the most beautiful of the hatchback; the original, complex-shaped dimensional lamps extend onto the wings in a narrow burst. A neat tailgate borders the bottom of the bumper, in expensive versions with a diffuser. The Focus 3 sedan is distinguished by a rear with large chandeliers of dimensions, which is also not devoid of originality and style - a high-mounted small trunk lid, a powerful rear bumper, solidly swollen rear wings and wheel arches. The new 3rd generation Ford Focus station wagon at the rear is certainly not a masterpiece of design, but everything is in its place. Large, almost vertical tailgate, nice side lights.

In all bodies of the Ford Focus 3 new, the image of the conceptual Iosis Max with its kinetic design can be traced. The description of the third Focus will, of course, be incomplete without indicating the dimensions in all body variants. The new product has grown in size:

• External dimensions of the Ford Focus 3 hatchback, sedan, station wagon are: length - 4358, 4534, 4556 mm, width for all body types is 1823 mm (with mirrors 2010 mm), height - 1484, 1484, 1505 mm, base dimensions 2648 mm .
• clearance (ground clearance) of the Ford Focus 3 is 140 mm (for Russian versions the ground clearance is increased to 165 mm).
• The aerodynamic drag coefficient Cx is 0.274 - 0.295 (the lowest in the new Focus sedan).

Interior: ergonomics, materials and quality of trim

The third generation Focus greets its passengers with a kinetic design inside; the interior of the Ford Focus 3 is decorated with high-quality materials, characterized by scrupulous ergonomics and a high level of assembly. Four-spoke steering wheel with characteristic ridges in the grip area, optimal shape ( the steering wheel is adjustable in height and depth). It’s simply pleasant to hold the steering wheel; a lot of function control buttons are located on the steering wheel in a logical and simple manner. The instrument panel with two deep wells of the original configuration and the on-board computer display, the device and color graphics are impressive. The front dashboard and center console are massive in shape with complex lines and curves. The deflectors of the ventilation system are large in size and have a regular rectangular shape. The gearshift lever is in a verified place; the parking brake handle is located in close proximity to the pilot (you don’t need to reach for it).

The front seats have an excellent profile, moderately hard padding and excellent lateral support. The large central console is intimidating with a huge number of buttons, the interior of the Focus 3 demonstrates so much electronics, as if it were a mini spaceship (expensive configurations). The tunnel between the front seats is high and wide; even drivers of average build feel squeezed between it and the door. The front interior looks like a sports car; all the controls hint at the Focus WRC rally car. It is inconvenient for second-row passengers to sit in the cabin (narrow doorway and high threshold); the rear row allows only two people to comfortably fit. The trunk of the Ford Focus 3 hatchback has from 277 to 1062 liters of usable volume.

The trunk volume of the Focus 3 sedan allows you to carry 372 liters of cargo, and the station wagon’s trunk boasts 476 liters, with the rear row folded down to 1502 liters.

Technical and driving characteristics

The new Focus 3, sold in Russia, is equipped with four petrol and one diesel units.

• Engines petrol: 1.6 l. (85 hp) with 5 mech. checkpoint
• and 1.6 l. (105 hp) - 1.6 l. (125 hp) - 2.0 l. (150 hp) with 5 manual transmission or 6-speed PowerShift automatic transmission.
• Diesel 2.0 l. (140 hp) with 6 PowerShift automatic transmissions.

The front and rear suspension are independent, MacPherson struts at the front, and a multi-link at the rear with the Torque Vectoring Control system (brakes the inside rear wheel for better cornering). Disc brakes, electric power steering and a host of electronic assistants, although they come only as options. New Ford Focus 3 2012 release behaves stable and predictable on the road; the test demonstrates a sharp and short steering wheel (2.6 turns). The comfortable suspension is indifferent to poor road surfaces, sometimes it lacks energy capacity (it breaks through large holes and potholes). The car is built and solid, allows you to quickly take turns without the risk of flying off the road, and holds a straight line with five points. The experience of the Ford WRC racing team was not in vain and is embodied in the civilian Focus 2012-2013, which is rightfully considered one of the best offers in the European C-class. We do not recommend taking Focus 3 with weak 1.6 liter engines. (85 hp and 105 hp), reviews from owners indicate that they are not always happy with their choice, they note problems with dynamics and poor acceleration. The optimal choice is 1.6 l. (125 hp) with 5 manual transmission.

Options 2012-2013

The modest initial configuration of the Ford Focus 3 Ambiente even includes air conditioning, a standard CD MP3 radio with USB and 6 speakers, a 3.5-inch monochrome display on the dashboard, ESP (stabilization system), EBA (emergency braking assistant), Torgue Vectoring Control (electronic lock simulator) differential) and side airbags are available at extra cost. The basic Ford Focus 3 Ambiente has electric mirrors, ABC with EBD, Ford Easy Fuel refueling system (without tank filler cap), front electric windows, driver's seat lift, telescopic steering column adjustment, two airbags, central locking and 16-inch iron wheels. The Titanium version is really richly equipped: wheel size R16, light and rain sensors, interior lighting with LED lamps, dual-zone climate control, push-button engine start, hill starting assistant, adjustable lumbar support on heated front sports seats, alarm with sensors volume and perimeter. But even the most expensive equipment did not get rid of paid options: electric driver's seat, bi-xenon light and LED running lights, LCD displays on the dashboard and center console (4.2 and 5 inches), cruise control, navigation, rear view camera, automatic valet parking and much more.

Price for 2012-2013

Prices for new cars are rising year after year, even without taking into account upgrades. How much does a 2012 Ford Focus 3 cost? The cost of a hatchback in Russia starts from 532,000 rubles for the “naked” Ambiente 1.6 liter package. (85 hp) with 5 manual transmission. The price for the Ambiente sedan is 10,000 rubles more expensive. Station wagon in Titanium version 2.0 l. (150 hp) with 6 PowerShift automatic transmissions with a full range of additional options (leather interior, R17 wheels, a lot of electronic assistants) will cost more than 1 million rubles.

Restyling Ford Focus III

Now let's talk about what's new with our third generation FF, in contrast to the pre-restyling? Ford has done a lot of work on the new Ford, first of all I would like to note the front bumper, now we won’t see that old incomprehensible design that has been “dragged” since the first generation. Now the bumper has a daring front grille (which, by the way, is somewhat reminiscent of a Mazda) that blends perfectly with the now LED optics. The front fog lights have a rectangular shape; the pre-Restayle had round “eyes”.

Restyling Ford Focus

The car received a more modern body, embossed contours stretching across the entire hood give the body a more sporty look, the rear optics have also changed, but the trunk lid remains the same. The car's ground clearance has increased by 16 mm, and now the Focus, especially in the station wagon, looks a bit like a crossover.

The FF is not only taller, but also handles better thanks to a retuned suspension and electric power steering. Produced

Flaw

The lower the clearance of the Ford Focus 2, the better the car looks. After all, a low car attracts attention and looks unique. However, not everyone needs beauty. Moreover, such a machine will not pass everywhere. Speed ​​bumps - don't drive over them at all.

Many can sacrifice their uniqueness for the sake of a comfortable ride in the Ford Focus 2 (restyling), that is, drive with good ground clearance. However, there are those who want a more beautiful car. And such people can easily underestimate it. However, in this case, the ground clearance will become less and the vehicle's cross-country ability will become worse.