Engine/Transmission
In addition to being the strongest one-liter engine offered in the compact segment, the smallest EcoBoost is technologically advanced. A unique feature is the belt distribution system, according to the manufacturer, does not require changing at regular intervals.
In standard Focus 1.0 EcoBoost is six-speed manual transmission. Although not impress you start in the first two steps, the engine begins to flex muscles with the third, when in a superior behavior aspirated 1.6-liter unit. Maximum torque comes at just 1,400 rpm and remains at the same level up to 4,500 rpm, eliminating submotorizare feeling. The only criticism made of this engine comes in Chapter reaction under 2,500 rpm, at which it needs some more time to accelerate to the full load. Once passed that threshold, the engine feels lively and allow joined up to 6,750 rpm.
Although the engine is quiet even at high speeds, 1.0 EcoBoost engine develops a pleasant sound, the champion in this segment with three-cylinder powertrain. In Chapter wheelhouse, nothing has changed, which is precise and short.
Consumption
Ford Focus 1.0 EcoBoost has an average consumption of 5.0 liters per cent in combined, the best in the segment for this power level. Value declared by the manufacturer from NEDC tests will be challenging for the average user, because it requires a bit of patience when you are driving. In Spain, the route indicated by the folks at Ford, we obtained a consumption of 7 liters per cent in mixed driving style under alert. Without a set of sepentine and air conditioning stopped, we could achieve smooth consumption less than six liters per cent.
Focus 1.0 liter EcoBoost is more than one percent cheaper than rivals combined segment. Urban consumption of 6.3 liter model is stated in percent (as have some of the economic rivals average consumption), and its consumption is said to 4.2 liters extra percent - comparable to a small diesel.
Performance
Focus 1.0 Ecoboost needs 11.3 seconds to accelerate from 0-100 km / h The value is decent for a compact, especially for such a small engine. Maximum speed of this model is 193 km / h, earning the segment average. Unit 1.6 Ti-VCT 125 hp Focus's needs 10.9 seconds 0-100 km / h and can reach a top speed of 196 km / h, so the new engine offers better performance and not on paper. That unit will be replaced by EcoBoost engine, but will remain in demand in the Powershift transmission company.
Although allowances are impressive for a new engine liter unit, its dynamic performance is less impressive than those of comparable power supply engineers with rivals. Focus 1.0 EcoBoost models take as much of Opel Astra 1.4 Turbo 120 hp, but pales in front of a Golf 1.4 TSI 122 bhp (0-100 km / h in 9.5 seconds) and other models for about 120 hp turbocharged. Even so, the EcoBoost engine's Focus deserves a round of applause for being so close to the "big boys" who have a cylinder and a few hundred extra cc.
Interior
We are the first ride and I already know Focus interior features. We have already used forms of the board of Focus and we consider normal, nemafiind an extraordinary item. Even now it is difficult to use the steering wheel without looking at them, many buttons on this board making life difficult if you touch frequently.
With the new engine, the Ford's Focus not changed anything since the new generation started only last year. Materials are exactly the same as for any other versions of Titanium and Antiphonary is successful, the wind is the only thing that is heard when run with 130 km / h on motorways. At idle, the engine can be heard in the cockpit, and the vibrations are almost imperceptible when you subturăm.
Focus's trunk is a good value in the segment of 363 liters, more than 13 offers Golf VI and seven fewer than the Opel Astra offers.
Price
I tested version of the Focus Titanium 1.0 EcoBoost, which means top trim level in this range. In Romania, one model costs $ 24,704 including taxes. If you want a Focus 1.0 EcoBoost with less expensive equipment level, is the Trend and Sport. They are priced starting at $ 22,528 taxes included, taxes included $ 23,552 respectively. The new engine is only offered in the company a six-speed manual transmission.
Compared to rivals, the situation is not so rosy, especially when it comes top of the range Focus devices. For about 24,320 you can buy an Opel Astra 1.4 Turbo 120 hp, a Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 122 hp, a Toyota Auris 1.6 Valvematic 132 hp (naturally aspirated) and the list goes on. Trend trim level is more competitive in this regard because it offers both a better price and a higher level of performance against competitors engines that I can buy for that amount.
Safety
Focus has received five stars in EuroNCAP safety tests. The standard model has ESP, ABS, traction control, front airbags, side and curtain driver and passenger, curtain airbags for rear passengers, the system's advanced torque control, ISOFIX mounting system and others.
Focus also boasts a number of advanced safety equipment, which helps the driver to prevent an accident. These are the Active City Stop and blind spot monitoring system. The two are taken from Volvo helps drivers avoid accidents due to inattention or poor visibility.
Driving
When you have a car with a one liter engine, be it turbo turns attacking in force is the last thing on your mind, right? Wrong. Prepared by the route from the surroundings of Barcelona Ford was made in 70% of road bends and coils Iberian was a breath of fresh air in view of snow at home.
Running as hard left us reason the coils Spanish, we noted that Focus is comfort-oriented suspension longer than previous deneraţiile happen in this model. The connection between the wheels and steering wheel seems slightly anesthetized at times, but the brakes saved the situation - and we have saved us from meeting with two trucks driven on a road style mioritic narrow.
Even with the suspension more comfortable, pleasant Focus moves on turns, especially since the front is now 30 pounds lighter (the difference between a 1.0 and a 1.6 EcoBoost aspirated) and center of gravity down a little. For sporting enthusiasts, there are a sport suspension as standard equipment on the level of the same name.
Visibility
C-pillar has a small window, which improves rear visibility at a time when side mirrors help stop. B-pillars and no serious and optional parking sensors offers additional security you need to maneuver in tight spaces. They show the machine in relation to obstacles around both acoustic and graphic display center. Those from Ford and automatic parking system, in case you do not worry this maneuver.
Technology
Focus can be easily named Gadgetus Tehnicus or, if you were to judge by the extensive list of technological features coming in equipping this model. Titanium version has all of which mention a few elements: speed limiter and cruise control, a system that helps you stay in your lane (with the possibility of a simple warning, an effective intervention or deac system), a automatic parking, navigation system, power mirrors and heated windshield heating, air conditioning with automatic left / right and others. Grid to turn off automatically if sensors dictates this, and the new heart under the hood calculate their steps more carefully than a chess player.
Design
Although it's been almost a year since I first saw the Focus, we have not yet used to its full design differently than older versions. Before we arrived to the testing fleet, I passed a Focus CC, based on the second generation of compact Ford. Looking at her longingly, we boarded a five-door hatchback. Pininfarina logo on convertible that was not there for nothing, is nothing more beautiful old Focus.
Hopefully we will get used while the look of the Focus and we accept it as such. For now, consider that the Focus has a rear and front overloaded less attractive than the previous generation.
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