Used 2018 Ford Focus Base for sale 

The prices of the 2018 Focus sedan S trim starts at $17,860, and the prices go up to $24,175 for the Titanium trim. For the hatchback body styles, the price ranges between $20,445 and $41,120. The all-electric Ford Focus EV is available for $29,120. The variety of features and comforts provided with the Focus are-

Out of all the trim levels, the SEL hatchback is a considerable pick that comes loaded with a 2.9-liter powertrain. You'll appreciate the hatch's features and driving dynamics. The trim offers a large cargo area, dual-zone climate control, and rear parking sensors. The SEL trim of 2018 Focus comes out to be the best value for money offering in the base Focus lineup.

There are four engine options available with the 2018 Ford Focus depending on the trim levels. The base engine is a 2.0-liter I-4 that churns out a maximum power of 160 hp and 146 lb-ft of torque. The engine is backed by either a five-speed manual, six-speed dual-clutch automatic or a SelectShift six-speed dual-clutch transmission. 

The 1.0-liter turbo-three cylinder, which is standard on the SE trim, delivers 123 hp and 125 lb-ft and comes paired with a six-speed manual or a six-speed. Meanwhile, the Focus ST comes powered by a 2.0-liter turbo-four, mated to a six-speed manual and delivers a 252-hp and 270 lb-ft of torque. The 2.0-liter engine is eager enough to deliver smooth acceleration. 

Ford Focus manages to offer good power in comparison to rivals. Only the Volkswagen Golf offers slightly better power at 170 hp with its 1.8-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder gas engine.

On the acceleration part, the Mazda 3 and VW Golf manage to go 0-60 mph in 7.5 seconds, which is way faster than the Focus. Kia Soul comes last in the power department by offering only 130hp.

According to the recent fuel-efficiency ratings, the 2018 Ford Focus with the 3-cylinder engine tops the ratings. The EPA rated the Focus at 30 mpg city, 40 highway, 34 combined when paired with a 6-speed manual transmission. With the automatic transmission, the mileage is rated at 27/38/31 mpg in city/highway/combined. 

The most widely used 4-cylinder Focus with the conventional 6-speed automatic transmission returns 26/38/31 mpg. The same engine option with the 5-speed manual returns a dropped EPA rating at 25/34/28 mpg. With the 6-speed dual-clutch automatic, the ratings turn out to be 26/36/29 mpg.

In comparison, Mazda 3 shows its competence by offering the best fuel efficiency figures on the table with 28mpg in the city, 38 on highway, and a combined mpg of 31. Second to Mazda on the table is Volkswagen Golf with a combined mileage of 37mpg. Focus loses its focus in this sector as it stands last with only 28mpg as its combined mileage.

The 2018 Focus offers a quiet cabin and comfortable ride. The hard door armrests are a plus point to add more comfort to your daily commuting experience. You get comfortable front seats, at least in this price segment. The dashboard gets all the important controls close to the driver's hand. The front row has enough room to accommodate tall passengers and are well-shaped and supportive in all aspects. Undoubtedly, the new Focus is inclined towards offering a spacious cabin. 

Although, the rear headroom can be a concern for tall passengers as the rear seat spacing has been surpassed by other rivals in the segment. The steering buttons and climate controls are easy to use and the blue backlighting is comfortable on the eyes as well. The interior storage is well throughout the cabin along with the well-placed cup holders.

The Titanium adds extra luxuries such as heated front seats, a sunroof, and a heated steering wheel.

The Ford Focus hatch offers 23.8 cubic feet behind the rear seats and goes up to 43.9 cubic feet behind the front seats. The Kia Soul has a slightly better cargo capacity of 24.2 cu-ft, while the rest of the competition has lesser cargo space than Focus. The Ford sedan offers 13.2 cubic feet of cargo volume. The interior features equipped with the 2018 Ford Focus include:

• Keyless Entry
• Tilting Telescopic steering column
• Optional Heated steering wheel
• Optional Power driver's seat
• Optional Heated front seats

Infotainment

The 2018 Ford Focus gets the latest Sync 3 touchscreen-based setup with features such as smart-charging USB ports, pinch-and-swipe control, and smartphone connectivity including Bluetooth. It is a much cleaner interface, but the responsiveness is quite laggy. It is a huge improvement in comparison to the last model's MyFord Touch setup. There are USB ports in the cabin for charging your devices and also a 4-Speaker audio system as standard. Some of the most important features include-

• Sync infotainment system displayed on a 4.2-inch center screen
• USB port
• Optional dual 4.2-inch instrument cluster
• 4.2-inch instrument cluster driver's display
• Four-speaker radio system

The new 2018 Ford Focus comes with a sleek and raked windshield. The flared fenders are also fitted in a well-proportioned manner. The Focus hatch gets European styling along with unique tail lights in the rear. The SE and top-level trims of Titanium models get attractive alloy wheels with 17-inch.

The Ford Focus got its last makeover in 2015. It still wears dashing cuts. The Ford curves blend from the front end flowing towards the tail. 

The base Ford Focus gets 15-inch wheels made up of steel alloy. However, the top Platinum trim gets 17-inch wheels that offer better stability. All other contenders in the segment offer similar wheel size, while the VW Golf and Kia Soul offer Aluminum made alloy wheels. The 2018 Ford Focus brings for its customers the best ground clearance of the lot.

The standard safety features for the 2018 Ford Focus hatchback include a comprehensive suite of airbags, AdvanceTrac electronic stability control, a four-wheel anti-lock brake system, the Personal Safety System, a rearview camera, the SecuriLock Passive Anti-Theft System, and a tire pressure monitoring system. There are more available driver assistance features, including active park assist and a reverse sensing system. Other available features with the 2018 Focus include-

• Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
• ABS And Driveline Traction Control
• Side Impact Beams
• Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
• Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
• Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags
• Mykey System -inc Top Speed Limiter, Audio Volume Limiter, Early Low Fuel Warning, Programmable Sound Chimes, and Beltminder w/Audio Mute
• Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
• Back-Up Camera

Ford Focus vs Mazda 3

Both the Mazda 3 and the Ford Focus go neck to neck in the competition. You may get confused with the trim level they both offer. The Mazda 3 comes in both hatch and sedan body styles as the Focus. You can opt for any of them while looking for a sporty and affordable trim.

Ford Focus vs Kia Soul

You will find more space in the rear of the Kia Soul in comparison to the Ford Focus. The Kia Soul also offers better legroom and headroom. However, there's not much difference in the front seats of both. Ford Focus offers a bigger turning radius that puts it into a messy situation in tight spots.

The better numbers in performance and power of Focus makes it a tough call to choose between the two.

Ford Focus vs VW Golf

The base trim of the Volkswagen Golf is a little pricier than the Focus. But, the interior offered by the Golf is upscale. Volkswagen Golf comes covered with twice the new car warranty than Ford's coverage, thus we advise you to go with Golf.

With the available options of body style and trim levels, Ford offers you great ability to choose the one best car that suits your budget and driving behavior. Ford Focus is a comfortable car with easy to operate infotainment and amenities. Commuters will appreciate its competitive pricing and attractive features. Big families may look into some alternatives that offer better space. But if you are here for better space and interior features, you may check out Kia Soul and Mazda 3.