Auto loans: 2018 Ford Focus
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 7.0 to 10.6 L/100 km, or 19.6 kWh/100 km combined (EPA). 7 NHTSA recall campaigns. 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
- 7.0 to 10.6 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 7
For sale
We do not have a 2018 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.
2018 Ford Focus specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 | Powertrain 6 | Powertrain 7 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.0L 3-cylinder turbo | 1.0L 3-cylinder turbo | 2.0L 4-cylinder | 2.0L 4-cylinder | 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo | 2.3L 4-cylinder turbo | Electric motor |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | All-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed manual | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual | 1-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas | Premium gas | Electric |
| City | 7.9 L/100 km | 8.7 L/100 km | 9.4 L/100 km | 9.5 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km | Not rated |
| Highway | 5.9 L/100 km | 6.2 L/100 km | 6.6 L/100 km | 6.9 L/100 km | 7.8 L/100 km | 9.0 L/100 km | Not rated |
| Combined | 7.0 L/100 km | 7.6 L/100 km | 8.1 L/100 km | 8.3 L/100 km | 9.4 L/100 km | 10.6 L/100 km | 19.6 kWh/100 km |
| Electric range | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | 185 km |
| CO₂ | 164 g/km | 178 g/km | 189.5 g/km | 196 g/km | 221 g/km | 250 g/km | 0 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $10.85 | $11.78 | $12.56 | $12.87 | $14.57 | $18.55 | $2.94 |
2018 Ford Focus: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 | Powertrain 6 | Powertrain 7 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 1.0 L | 1.0 L | 2.0 L | 2.0 L | 2.0 L | 2.3 L | |
| Cylinders | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | |
| MPG city (US) | 30 | 27 | 25 | 25 | 22 | 19 | 118 MPGe |
| MPG highway (US) | 40 | 38 | 36 | 34 | 30 | 26 | 96 MPGe |
| MPG combined (US) | 34 | 31 | 30 | 28 | 25 | 22 | 107 MPGe |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 41 | 37 | 36 | 34 | 30 | 26 | |
| Charge at 240 V | 5.5 hours | ||||||
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 651 L (23 cu ft) | 651 L (23 cu ft) | 651 L (23 cu ft) | 651 L (23 cu ft) | 651 L (23 cu ft) | 566 L (20 cu ft) | 396 L (14 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$1,950 | US$2,150 | US$2,275 | US$2,400 | US$2,700 | US$3,750 | US$700 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,170 | $2,356 | $2,512 | $2,574 | $2,914 | $3,710 | $588 |
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 2018 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 837 complaints with NHTSA, most often about power train (323), engine (232) and fuel/propulsion system (132). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26V369000 | 2026-06-09 | fuel system, gasoline:storage:evaporative emissions:canister | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Focus vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 18V735. The Canister Purge Valve (CPV) may malfunction, causing the engine to stall unexpectedly while driving. |
| 26V376000 | 2026-06-09 | power train:manual transmission | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Focus and 2013-2016 Fusion vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall numbers 18V169 and 18V845. The clutch may fracture, resulting in damage to the transmission assembly and possibly a transmission fluid leak. |
| 26V011000 | 2026-01-15 | equipment:electrical:engine block heater | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Focus, 2013-2019 Escape, and 2015-2016 MKC vehicles equipped with a 2.0L engine. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in. |
| 26V012000 | 2026-01-15 | equipment:electrical:engine block heater | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Focus, 2019 Explorer, and 2024 Explorer vehicles. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in. |
| 23V905000 | 2023-12-22 | engine and engine cooling:engine:oil/lubrication:pump | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Ford Focus and 2018-2022 Ford EcoSport vehicles. The oil pump drive belt or drive belt tensioner may fail, resulting in a loss of engine oil pressure. |
| 18V845000 | 2018-11-28 | power train:manual transmission | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Ford Focus vehicles equipped with a 1.0L Fox GTDI engine and a 6-speed manual transmission. The clutch may fracture, resulting in damage to the transmission assembly and possibly a transmission fluid leak. |
| 18V735000 | 2018-10-22 | fuel system, gasoline:storage:evaporative emissions:canister | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Ford Focus vehicles with a 2.0L GDI or 2.0L GTDI engine. The Canister Purge Valve (CPV) may malfunction, possibly causing excessive vacuum in fuel vapor management system. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Thinking of buying the 2018 Ford Focus?
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 2018 Ford Focus for sale by us right now. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. Buying the 2018 Ford Focus is a big decision; here is the information we have.
Recalls and complaints
Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN. Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it.
What the figures tell you
It uses the 1.0L 3-cylinder turbo and front-wheel drive. The turbo gives a small engine the pull of a bigger one when you need it. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
Rated at 7.0 L/100 km combined, it needs around 21 litres for a 300 km round trip. At our price setting, 1,000 km costs about $108.50. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$1,950 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Who it is for
It suits a weekend away when the train does not reach where you are going. It suits visitors who want a familiar car for a week in town.
Space, size and seats
A car body like this keeps the weight low, so it feels settled on the highway. At 651 litres, the trunk fits bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.
Rent it for a week first
Rent the Focus first, and buy only if it fits your life. A test week in the Focus tells you more than any review. A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel.
Which one to look for
Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires. Within the 2018 lineup, trims share powertrains or differ in equipment; the trim pages show which. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first.
The cost of driving it
Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. The EPA estimates US$1,950 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Want a price?
Want to try the model first? Send a request with your dates.
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 2018 Ford Focus from us first.
Ask us about the 2018 Ford Focus
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2018 Ford Focus for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2018 Ford Focus
Does CarmaCars sell the 2018 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 2018 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 2018 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 2018 Ford Focus cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$1,950 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $2170.00.
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.