2001 Ford Focus for sale
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 8.9 to 9.6 L/100 km combined (EPA). 7 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 8.9 to 9.6 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 7
For sale
We do not have a 2001 Ford Focus for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
2001 Ford Focus specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0L 4-cylinder | 2.0L 4-cylinder |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 10.1 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km |
| Highway | 7.6 L/100 km | 8.0 L/100 km |
| Combined | 8.9 L/100 km | 9.6 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 209 g/km | 225.5 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $13.80 | $14.88 |
2001 Ford Focus: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.0 L | 2.0 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 24 | 22 |
| MPG highway (US) | 31 | 30 |
| MPG combined (US) | 27 | 25 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 32 | 30 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 1019 L (36 cu ft) | 1019 L (36 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,550 | US$2,750 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,760 | $2,976 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2001 Ford Focus
- NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 1,761 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system (521), fuel system (316) and engine and engine cooling (249). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05V030000 | 2005-02-01 | latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch | CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES WITH FOUR OR FIVE DOORS AND ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, WEST VIRGINIA,... |
| 03V482000 | 2003-11-19 | fuel system, gasoline | ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, CONTAMINATION OF THE FILTER IN THE FUEL DELIVERY MODULE (FDM) CAN REDUCE, AND EVENTUALLY BLOCK, THE FLOW OF FUEL TO THE ENGINE. |
| 02V288000 | 2002-11-06 | electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery:cables | CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ZETEC ENGINES, LOOSE OR BROKEN ATTACHMENTS AND MISROUTED BATTERY CABLES COULD LEAD TO CABLE INSULATION DAMAGE. |
| 02V289000 | 2002-11-06 | steering:linkages | CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES HAVE LOOSE PINCH BOLTS THAT SECURE THE LOWER CONTROL ARM TO THE STEERING KNUCKLE HAVE BEEN REPORTED. |
| 01V258000 | 2001-08-08 | visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, AND LIGHT AND MEDIUM DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS. A SWITCH LOCATED IN THE PLASTIC COVER OF THE WIPER MOTOR GEAR CASE COULD MALFUNCTION AND OVERHEAT, POTENTIALLY RESULTING IN LOSS OF INTERMITTENT WIPER FUNCTION, LOSS OF WIPER PARK FUNCTION, COMPLETE LOSS OF WIPER... |
| 01V108000 | 2001-03-28 | seats:front assembly:recliner | PM CERTAIN SEDANS AND WAGONS, THE SEAT BACK RECLINER HANDLE SPRING COULD HAVE BEEN DAMAGED DURING AN IN-PROCESS TEST AND THE OCCUPANT MAY NOTICE A CHUCKING, OR PERCEIVED LOOSENESS OF THE FRONT SEAT BACK, OR THE SEAT BACK COULD UNEXPECTEDLY RECLINE. |
| 00V418000 | 2000-12-14 | seats:front assembly:recliner | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: STATION WAGONS AND 3-DOOR VEHICLES. THE SUBJECT VEHICLES HAVE A FOLDING 60/40 SECOND SEAT THAT BECOMES A LOAD FLOOR IN THE FOLDED POSITION. WHEN THE 60% PORTION OF THE SEAT IS FOLDED DOWN AND A LOAD IS APPLIED TO THE FRONT EDGE OF THE LOAD FLOOR, THE OUTBOARD HINGE PIVOT COULD DISENGAGE FROM... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Thinking of buying the 2001 Ford Focus?
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 2001 Ford Focus for sale by us right now. For anyone shopping for the 2001 Ford Focus, here are the facts that matter.
Recalls and complaints
Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace.
What the figures tell you
The 2.0L 4-cylinder, paired with a 5-speed manual, drives it. It runs on regular gas. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
Expect about 27 litres for every 300 km, going by its 8.9 L/100 km combined rating. In energy, every 100 km costs about $13.80 at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$2,550 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
A good match for
It suits people curious about the model who want to drive it before they buy. It suits someone whose own car is in the shop for a while.
What the Focus is like
As a compact car, it has a closed trunk that keeps luggage out of sight. EPA lists 1,019 litres of luggage space, enough for bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.
A longer test drive
If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class. Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide. A test week in the Focus tells you more than any review.
Choosing the right one
Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices.
What it costs to run
A 1,000 km month costs roughly $138 at our price setting. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary.
Still deciding?
Ask about renting first, and buy with a clear head.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2001 Ford Focus from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2001 Ford Focus for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2001 Ford Focus
Does CarmaCars sell the 2001 Ford Focus?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2001 Ford Focus before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2001 Ford Focus have recalls?
NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2001 Ford Focus cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,550 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $2760.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.