Ford Focus (fourth generation)

The Ford Focus (fourth generation), also known as the Focus Mk IV, (Code name: C519) is an automobile which was produced by Ford from 2018. On April 10, 2018, Ford unveiled the European- and Asian-market versions of the fourth-generation Focus, to mark the brand's 20th anniversary. As in the previous generation, the model is available with sedan, hatchback and estate bodystyles.

For a complete overview of all Focus models, see Ford Focus.
Ford Focus (fourth generation)
Overview
Production2018–present
AssemblySaarlouis, Germany
Chongqing, China
Taoyuan, Taiwan
Body and chassis
Body style5 door hatchback
4 door sedan
5 door wagon
Powertrain
Engine
TransmissionFord 8F24 (petrol), Ford 8F35 (diesel) 8-speed Automatic
6-Speed Manual or Automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,700 mm (106.3 in)
Length4,378 mm (172.4 in) (Hatchback)
4,668 mm (183.8 in) (Estate)
4,647 mm (183.0 in) (Sedan)
Width1,825 mm (71.9 in)
Height1,454 mm (57.2 in) (Hatchback)
1,481 mm (58.3 in) (Estate)
1,483 mm (58.4 in) (Sedan)
Curb weight1,235 kg - 1,518 kg (Hatchback)
1,383 kg - 1,559 kg (Estate)
1,239 kg - 1,408 kg (Sedan)
Chronology
PredecessorFord Focus (third generation)
Ford Focus (fourth generation)
Ford Focus estate (fourth generation)
Interior
Ford Focus sedan (fourth generation)

The exterior features a sportier design, while Ford described its interior as being simpler. The company also emphasized technology featured in the new model, including the Sync 3 infotainment system, FordPass Connect, and the CoPilot360 driver assistance suite.

A crossover SUV trim level known as the Active is available with the hatchback and estate bodystyles. The car also has a Vignale luxury trim level.

In April 2018, Ford announced that all passenger vehicles but the Mustang would be discontinued in the North American market, in order to focus on trucks and SUVs. The Focus Active was intended to be the only version of the model available in the market,[1] but Ford cancelled these plans in August 2018 over tariffs imposed by the U.S. government on exports from China, as the model is manufactured in the country.[2]

Ford limited sales of fourth generation Focus in its 4-door saloon form in Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Serbia, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Albania, Bulgaria, Romania, Moldova, Turkey, Cyprus as well as many Asian and African countries. Ford no longer sells the Focus in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, and Israel due to a broader reorganization of their European branch.[3]

There are no plans yet for a fourth generation Focus RS model. [4]

References
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  2. Thibodeau, Ian (August 31, 2018). "Ford cancels Focus crossover for U.S. due to tariffs". The Detroit News. Retrieved August 31, 2018.
  3. Kozin, Daniel (2019-04-23). "As Ford Exits the Russian Car Market, Its Sacked Workers Fight for a Fair Pay-Off". The Moscow Times. Stichting 2 Oktober.
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