Ford Focus IV (2018-2025): known problems and buying guide

Built
2022–2025
Median price
€20,800
Listings
5,830
Running cost per month
€424–€586
Power
115–280 PS (85–206 kW)
Reliability
3/5
DIY
2/5

A solid used buy if the recall work is done. Check the diesel filter, the 8-speed automatic and the wiring loom before you pay.

All versions

VariantRunning cost per monthMedian priceListingsFuelEngine codesGearboxProduction years
1.0 EcoBoost, 155 PS, 7-speed dual-clutch Research€427€23,9701,721Petrol M0DCAutomatic (dual-clutch) (7)2022–2025
1.0 EcoBoost, 125 PS, 6-speed manual Research€434€18,9901,186Petrol B7DA, B7DC, R0DBManual (6)2022–2025
1.5 EcoBlue, 115 PS, 8-speed automatic Research€451€19,9901,054Diesel Y9DAAutomatic (8)2022–2025
1.0 EcoBoost, 125 PS, 7-speed dual-clutch Research€438€17,500243Petrol B7DC, R0DBAutomatic (dual-clutch) (7)2022–2023
1.5 EcoBlue, 120 PS, 8-speed automatic Research€444€12,900243Diesel ZTDAAutomatic (8)2022
1.0 EcoBoost, 155 PS, 6-speed manual Research€424€17,990177Petrol M0DCManual (6)2022–2023
1.5 EcoBlue, 120 PS, 6-speed manual Research€430€12,980175Diesel ZTDAManual (6)2022
ST, 280 PS, 7-speed automatic Research€584€32,490169Petrol N3DAAutomatic (7)2022–2025
ST, 280 PS, 6-speed manual €586€30,480131Petrol N3DAManual (6)2022–2025

At a glance

  • Most common: diesel filters clog or crack, the 8-speed automatic can shift roughly, and 2018-2020 cars had several wiring loom recalls.
  • Reliability: 3/5, because most faults are recall work or filter and gearbox repairs, and no engine fails widely.
  • DIY: 2/5, because filter, gearbox and recall work need a dealer. Battery, brake and fluid checks are simple.
  • Prefer: a petrol car with the manual gearbox and a full recall history.
  • Avoid: a diesel used mostly on short trips, and an 8-speed automatic that shudders or hesitates when cold.

Engines and gearboxes

Known issues

Issue Affects Typical km Repair cost
Diesel particulate filter 1.5 and 2.0 EcoBlue diesel Not stated No confirmed price
8-speed automatic shift faults Cars with the 8-speed automatic, up to 2022 Not stated No confirmed price
Engine wiring loom chafing Cars built 2018-2020 Not stated Free under recall
Brake discs All Not stated No confirmed price
12 V battery and electronics All Not stated No confirmed price

Before you buy

  1. On a diesel, ask for proof of the filter campaign (KBA 16091R, Ford 24E06). Check for a filter warning and scan for fault code P2002 and regeneration data on a long drive.
  2. Drive an automatic from cold. Delayed engagement, slip or a hard shift is a bad sign. A scanner should show no gearbox fault codes; ask whether the software was updated.
  3. Check the VIN with Ford and the GOV.UK recall checker, then look at the loom near the gearbox. Rough idle, power loss or a stall points to chafing.
  4. Look through the wheel spokes for grooves and a sharp lip on the brake discs, and read the last inspection report.
  5. Test start-stop, auto-hold, the parking sensors and traffic sign recognition. Check the age and voltage of the 12 V battery.

Running costs

Operational€169
Workshop€125
Fixed costs (tax, insurance)€143
Total per month€437
New-car depreciation (not included)€78

ADAC figures for 15,000 km a year over 60 months

Market

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Listings
5,830
25th percentile
€16,990
Median price
€20,800
75th percentile
€24,900
Median mileage
25,442 km
Median first registration
2024
Dealer share
97.2%
Price at 100,000 km
€13,956

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