2016 Ford Focus MPG
22–34 mpg combined across 11 EPA-rated versions. Best: Focus FWD (FWD, 1.0L 3-cyl) at 30 city / 41 hwy / 34 combined; lowest: Focus RS AWD (2.3L 4-cyl, M6) at 22. Includes 1 plug-in/electric version.
Every version
| Version | Engine | Trans. | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus Electric (EV) | Electric | A1 | FWD | 110 | 99 | 105 · 76 mi range | $700 |
| Focus FWD | 1.0L 3-cyl | M6 | FWD | 30 | 41 | 34 | $1,950 |
| Focus FWD | 1.0L 3-cyl | A6 | FWD | 28 | 39 | 32 | $2,100 |
| Focus FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | AM6 | FWD | 27 | 39 | 31 | $2,150 |
| Focus FWD FFV (FFV) | 2.0L 4-cyl | AM6 | FWD | 27 | 39 | 31 | $2,150 |
| Focus FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | AM6 | FWD | 26 | 37 | 30 | $2,250 |
| Focus FWD FFV (FFV) | 2.0L 4-cyl | AM6 | FWD | 26 | 37 | 30 | $2,250 |
| Focus FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | M5 | FWD | 26 | 36 | 29 | $2,300 |
| Focus FWD FFV (FFV) | 2.0L 4-cyl | M5 | FWD | 26 | 36 | 29 | $2,300 |
| Focus ST FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | M6 | FWD | 22 | 30 | 25 | $2,700 |
| Focus RS AWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | M6 | AWD | 19 | 25 | 22 | $3,750 |
How it compares
- 2016 Compact Cars: class average 26.3 mpg over 193 versions; best Focus +7.7 (#7).
- 2015: 34 mpg best (no change).
- 2017: 34 mpg best.
- Fuel cost spread: $700–$3,750 a year ($3,050 difference).
- Available as FWD, AWD.
- 2018 model: 34 mpg best (no change).
Safety
| Crash test | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford Focus 5 HB FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ · 11.6% risk |
| Ford Focus 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ · 11.6% risk |
1,194 owner complaints: Power Train 678, Engine 238, Fuel/Propulsion System 167, Unknown Or Other 107. Crashes 27, fires 3, injuries 24.
| Complaint area | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 678 | 57% |
| Engine | 238 | 20% |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 167 | 14% |
| Unknown Or Other | 107 | 9% |
| Electrical System | 86 | 7% |
| Fuel System | 64 | 5% |
| Gasoline | 61 | 5% |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 50 | 4% |
Recent owner reports: Power Train
“The vehicle is subject to NHTSA Safety Recall Campaign 18V-735 (Ford Recall 18S32) regarding a defective Canister Purge Valve (CPV) that causes fuel vapor saturation, excessive fuel tank vacuum, fuel tank deformation, and engine stalling.The vehicle presented with an active check engine light for diagnostic trouble code P0420 (Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold).”
“The DPS6 transmission started out shuddering in low gears even after clutch replacement early on. This made pulling out into traffic slower than it should be. Received “transmission overheating” message “pull over for 5 minutes” in heavy traffic. Prior to the message car would shudder and lose power. This happened suddenly going at highway speeds on the interstate.”
“My duel clutch transmission started acting up took it to a mechanic they said it needed the TCM and Actuators and possibly transmission replaced that they should be recalled tried taking it to Thirnhill Ford because I received a letter for this to be changed and they refused without me paying up front this has been going on with my car for over 2 years its setting in a driveway being paid on and cant even be drove”
Owner reports are unverified and filed directly with NHTSA.
Recalls
10 NHTSA campaigns (check a VIN).
| Date | Component | Campaign |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 9, 2026 | Fuel System, Gasoline › storage › evaporative Emissions › canister | 26V369000 |
| Jun 9, 2026 | Power Train › manual Transmission | 26V376000 |
| Jan 15, 2026 | Equipment › electrical › engine Block Heater | 26V011000 |
| Jan 15, 2026 | Equipment › electrical › engine Block Heater | 26V012000 |
| Dec 22, 2023 | Engine And Engine Cooling › engine › oil/Lubrication › pump | 23V905000 |
| Nov 28, 2018 | Power Train › manual Transmission | 18V845000 |
| Oct 22, 2018 | Fuel System, Gasoline › storage | 18V735000 |
| Mar 12, 2018 | Power Train › manual Transmission | 18V169000 |
| Jan 24, 2017 | Structure › body | 17V052000 |
| Sep 28, 2016 | Latches/Locks/Linkages › hatchback/Liftgate › lock | 16V698000 |