Electric cars are the future of the automotive industry. The Focus Electric is a fully-electric vehicle with a 5-doors hatchback body shape. The car has many features to offer, and because of its discontinuation, the car is a good electric option to buy. The look is also good for a small car, and the range is also quite enough for city use.
Overview
The car received many awards because of its capabilities. The Focus Electric has a 23 kWh lithium-ion battery, which gives an estimated range of 122 km. There’s also a bigger battery variant of this car with a 33.5 kWh lithium-ion battery.
Reliability
The reliability of cars is often important, and people want to buy a car which would last many years and cost them less money. Ford cars are not the most reliable ones in the market due to their high maintenance rate and some problems. The Focus Electric has a below-average score of 2 out of 5 stars by J.D Power.
Safety
Safety is also a factor of reliability, which is very much important. Generally, safety measures are pretty good in Ford cars. Although the electric model was not crash-tested by both IIHS and NHTSA, we can assume the good safety measures looking at the ratings of the Focus’ other models.
Depreciation rate
Ford cars have another advantage in the resale department. These cars don’t depreciate quickly and are still at a good price. The Focus Electric also performs well, and the 2018 model depreciate around 33%, which is extremely good for a car.
Maintenance and repairing
Electric cars are often considered very low-maintenance, but they also need maintenance in their parts. The Focus electric also need maintenance, but the maintenance cost is much lower than the other Focus models. Furthermore, being an electric vehicle, it needs lower maintenance visits and has lower chances of major repairs.
FAQ
Is Ford Focus Electric a Front-Wheel-Drive, Rear-Wheel-Drive or All-Wheel-Drive car?
The Ford Focus Electric is a Front Wheel Drive car.
How many seats are in the Ford Focus Electric?
The Ford Focus Electric is a car with 5 seats. The EPA Classification for this car is: Compact Cars
What is the horsepower in a Ford Focus Electric and does it have a turbo?
The Ford Focus Electric has 143 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque.
What type of wheels does it have?
Ford Focus Electric has 17 X 7 inch Aluminum Front Wheels and 17 X 7 inch Aluminum Rear Wheels.
Is there a Ford Focus Electric?
Ford’s second all-electric production vehicle, the Focus Electric, was launched in December 2011 (the Ford Ranger EV being the first). The Focus Electric has the same body or glider as the third-generation Ford Focus.
Is the Ford Focus Electric discontinued?
The 2018 discontinuation of the Focus Electric was due to poor sales performance. It sold just under 2000 units per year, far less than the Leaf. The front wheels were driven by a 123 horsepower electric motor, with a top speed at 135 km/h (84 MPH).
How long does a Ford Focus Electric battery last?
The average Ford Focus battery life is 3 to 5 years. However, this can vary greatly depending on the weather, battery type, driving habits, and battery size. Your battery may not be completely dead but it doesn’t necessarily mean that it is operating at its best.
Will Ford go all-electric?
Ford invests multibillions in electric vehicles Ford Motor Co. Ford Motor Co. This investment, the largest in history, will fund a new assembly facility to produce all-electric F-Series trucks as well as three batteries plants.