Auto loans: 2004 Ford Focus
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 9.1 to 11.2 L/100 km combined (EPA). 1 NHTSA recall campaign. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 9.1 to 11.2 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 1
For sale
We do not have a 2004 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.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2004 Ford Focus specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0L 4-cylinder | 2.3L 4-cylinder | 2.0L 4-cylinder | 2.3L 4-cylinder | 2.0L 4-cylinder |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas | Premium gas |
| City | 10.4 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km | 10.5 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km |
| Highway | 7.6 L/100 km | 7.8 L/100 km | 8.2 L/100 km | 8.4 L/100 km | 9.0 L/100 km |
| Combined | 9.1 L/100 km | 9.4 L/100 km | 9.7 L/100 km | 9.8 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 214.8 g/km | 221 g/km | 227 g/km | 230 g/km | 263 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $14.11 | $14.57 | $15.04 | $15.19 | $19.60 |
2004 Ford Focus: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.0 L | 2.3 L | 2.0 L | 2.3 L | 2.0 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 23 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 18 |
| MPG highway (US) | 31 | 30 | 29 | 28 | 26 |
| MPG combined (US) | 26 | 25 | 24 | 24 | 21 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 31 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 25 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 1019 L (36 cu ft) | 1019 L (36 cu ft) | 1019 L (36 cu ft) | 1019 L (36 cu ft) | 595 L (21 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,625 | US$2,700 | US$2,767 | US$2,800 | US$3,900 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,822 | $2,914 | $3,008 | $3,038 | $3,920 |
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 2004 Ford Focus
- NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 387 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system (184), service brakes (47) and latches/locks/linkages (29). 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,... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Auto loans: the 2004 Ford Focus
CarmaCars is a rental company and does not have the 2004 Ford Focus for sale right now. Rent one for a week first, or ask us to look for one. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. Here is the 2004 Ford Focus for buyers: fuel use, size, recalls and a test drive that lasts a week.
Before you sign for the Focus
There are 1 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. Owners filed 387 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system, service brakes and latches/locks/linkages; have those parts checked. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it.
Under the hood
The 2.0L 4-cylinder is what moves it, with front-wheel drive. It runs on regular gas. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
Rated at 9.1 L/100 km combined, it needs around 27 litres for a 300 km round trip. Expect about $14.11 per 100 km at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$2,625 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Best uses
It suits someone whose own car is in the shop for a while. It suits commuters, couples and business trips.
Size and space
Its car body is low and settled, with a separate trunk. The trunk holds 1,019 litres by the EPA's count: bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.
Drive it on your own roads
Rent the Focus for a week and see how it fits your life. Drive the Focus on your commute before you commit to it. Try the Focus on your commute, then decide.
Choosing the right one
If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first. Within the 2004 lineup, trims share powertrains or differ in equipment; the trim pages show which.
Money matters
Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $141.10 at our price setting.
Talk to a person
Tell us the model and the dates, and we reply with an offer.
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 2004 Ford Focus from us first.
Ask us about the 2004 Ford Focus
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2004 Ford Focus for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2004 Ford Focus
Does CarmaCars sell the 2004 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 2004 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 2004 Ford Focus have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2004 Ford Focus cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,625 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $2822.00.
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.