Ford Focus (hatchback / sedan / estate) · Mk2 (C307)
Generation 2 2004–2011
Still the best-driving cheap hatchback. The 1.6 Duratec petrols are simple and durable; the 1.8 Duratec and 2.0 are fine; the 1.6 TDCi (PSA DV6) needs a careful owner (turbo oil feed, DPF); the 1.8 TDCi (Ford Lynx) is tough but noisy. Rust on rear arches is the Mk2's weak spot. A very honest 8,000–14,000 PLN car.
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Recognition
How to tell it apart
- •Pre-facelift: rounded headlights and a small oval grille; facelift: trapezoidal lower grille, sharper headlights (Kinetic Design)
- •3/5-door hatch, sedan, Kombi estate; C-Max is a separate MPV
2008 facelift
- Kinetic Design front and rear, new interior with better plastics
- 1.6 TDCi 90/109 with DPF, 2.0 TDCi 136; 1.8 Flexifuel; ST continued to 2010
- RS 305 hp (2009–2010)
Engines
Engines
1.4 Duratec · 80 hp
2004–2011
Petrol · Manual · FWD
Slow but simple and reliable.
1.6 Duratec · 100 hp
2004–2011
Petrol · Manual / Automatic · FWD
The sensible Mk2: simple chain-driven 1.6, LPG-friendly, cheap parts. 115 hp Ti-VCT variant also existed.
1.6 Ti-VCT · 115 hp
2004–2011
Petrol · Manual · FWD
Variable valve timing version; VCT units can rattle. Otherwise good.
1.8 Duratec · 125 hp
2004–2011
Petrol · Manual · FWD
Mazda-derived 1.8: durable; Flexifuel (E85) version exists.
2.0 Duratec · 145 hp
2004–2011
Petrol · Manual / Automatic · FWD
Quick enough, reliable, thirsty.
1.6 TDCi · 90 hp
2004–2011
Diesel · Manual · FWD
Economical PSA diesel with a known turbo oil-starvation problem (blocked oil feed, sludge) and DPF issues on 109 hp cars. Needs 10,000 km oil changes with the right oil.
1.6 TDCi · 109 hp
2004–2011
Diesel · Manual · FWD
Same engine, more power, usually a DPF with the Eolys additive system. Same turbo caveats.
1.8 TDCi · 115 hp
2005–2011
Diesel · Manual · FWD
Ford's own Lynx diesel: noisy, unrefined, very durable. Dual-mass flywheel and EGR are the usual items.
2.0 TDCi · 136 hp
2004–2011
Diesel · Manual / Automatic · FWD
Torquey PSA 2.0; DPF, injectors and turbo on neglected cars; 110 hp variant too.
ST 2.5 T · 225 hp
2005–2010
Petrol · Manual · FWD
Volvo five-cylinder turbo: robust and charismatic; most are tuned. Check for a stock map and a healthy clutch.
RS 2.5 T · 305 hp
2009–2010
Petrol · Manual · FWD
Sought after Robust
305 hp, RevoKnuckle front suspension, Quaife differential. A collectible; provenance is everything.
| Engine | For sale now | Years | Gearbox · drive | Sought after | Robust | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1.4 Duratec · 80 hp Petrol · 1.4 · Duratec 16V | 24 | 2004–2011 | Manual FWD | Slow but simple and reliable. | ||
1.6 Duratec · 100 hp Petrol · 1.6 · Duratec 16V | 178 | 2004–2011 | Manual / Automatic FWD | The sensible Mk2: simple chain-driven 1.6, LPG-friendly, cheap parts. 115 hp Ti-VCT variant also existed. | ||
1.6 Ti-VCT · 115 hp Petrol · 1.6 Ti-VCT · Duratec Ti-VCT | 69 | 2004–2011 | Manual FWD | Variable valve timing version; VCT units can rattle. Otherwise good. | ||
1.8 Duratec · 125 hp Petrol · 1.8 · Duratec HE | 48 | 2004–2011 | Manual FWD | Mazda-derived 1.8: durable; Flexifuel (E85) version exists. | ||
2.0 Duratec · 145 hp Petrol · 2.0 · Duratec HE | 34 | 2004–2011 | Manual / Automatic FWD | Quick enough, reliable, thirsty. | ||
1.6 TDCi · 90 hp Diesel · 1.6 TDCi 90 · DV6 (PSA) | 102 | 2004–2011 | Manual FWD | Economical PSA diesel with a known turbo oil-starvation problem (blocked oil feed, sludge) and DPF issues on 109 hp cars. Needs 10,000 km oil changes with the right oil. | ||
1.6 TDCi · 109 hp Diesel · 1.6 TDCi 109 · DV6 (PSA) | 74 | 2004–2011 | Manual FWD | Same engine, more power, usually a DPF with the Eolys additive system. Same turbo caveats. | ||
1.8 TDCi · 115 hp Diesel · 1.8 TDCi · Lynx (Ford) | 69 | 2005–2011 | Manual FWD | Ford's own Lynx diesel: noisy, unrefined, very durable. Dual-mass flywheel and EGR are the usual items. | ||
2.0 TDCi · 136 hp Diesel · 2.0 TDCi · DW10 (PSA) | 26 | 2004–2011 | Manual / Automatic FWD | Torquey PSA 2.0; DPF, injectors and turbo on neglected cars; 110 hp variant too. | ||
ST 2.5 T · 225 hp Petrol · Focus ST · Volvo B5254T | 15 | 2005–2010 | Manual FWD | Volvo five-cylinder turbo: robust and charismatic; most are tuned. Check for a stock map and a healthy clutch. | ||
RS 2.5 T · 305 hp Petrol · Focus RS | 0 | 2009–2010 | Manual FWD | 305 hp, RevoKnuckle front suspension, Quaife differential. A collectible; provenance is everything. |
Versions
What the badges mean
Ambiente / Trend
commonbase
2004–2011
Basic and mid trims; air-con on Trend.
Ghia / Titanium
uncommonequipment line
2004–2011
Top trims: climate control, alloys, often half-leather and cruise.
ST
uncommonperformance model
2005–2010
2.5 five-cylinder turbo, sports suspension, Recaro seats, ST body kit.
Watch out: ST body kits on 1.6 cars are common; the five-cylinder engine settles it.
RS
very rareperformance model
2009–2010
305 hp, wide body, Quaife LSD.
Options
Options that matter
common
Climate control
Ghia/Titanium.
rare
Bi-xenon headlights
Rare; better lights.
uncommon
Leather / half-leather
Ghia/Titanium option.
common
Heated seats / heated windscreen (Quickclear)
Ford's heated windscreen is a real winter benefit.
common
Cruise control
Comfort.
rare
Sunroof
Rare.
common
LPG installation (aftermarket)
Common on Duratec petrols.
rare
Factory navigation
Rare, dated.
uncommon
Parking sensors
Convenience.
uncommon
Tow bar
Practical.
Before you buy
What to know
Strengths
- +Best handling in its class; comfortable ride
- +Duratec petrols and 1.8 TDCi are durable and cheap to fix
- +Very cheap parts and universal service
Expensive when they fail
1.6 TDCi turbo + DPFRust repair
Polish market
Plentiful at 6,000–13,000 PLN. Buy a Duratec petrol or the 1.8 TDCi from a private owner; check rust before anything else.
Known weak points
- serious1.6 TDCi turbo oil starvation and DPFBlocked turbo oil feed and sump sludge kill turbos; DPF/Eolys additive system on 109 hp cars is costly.Check: Ask for oil change interval and turbo replacement history; check for blue smoke and DPF warnings.
- seriousRustRear wheel arches, sills, tailgate and front wings corrode; often hidden under fresh paint.Check: Inspect arches and sills with a gauge; look for filler.
- moderateDual-mass flywheel (diesels)Wear item; rattle at idle.Check: Listen at idle; ask about clutch/flywheel replacement.
- noteSteering rack and suspensionRack knock, drop links, rear bushes; cheap to fix.Check: Listen for knocks.
- noteElectricsInstrument cluster faults, window regulators, central locking modules.Check: Test everything.
- noteTi-VCT rattleVCT unit rattle on start; not fatal.Check: Listen at cold start.
From the market
Real cars on sale right now
From the market
Engines actually on sale
Grouped from 702 live listings: what people are selling, at what price and mileage.
| Engine | Share | Typical price | Median mileage | Gearbox · drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1.6 Petrol · 100 hp 1.6 Trend | 24% | 8 900 PLN | 208 000 km | Manual / Automatic · FWD |
1.6 Diesel · 109 hp 1.6 TDCi Ambiente DPF | 10% | 5 500 PLN | 283 522 km | Manual · FWD |
1.6 Diesel · 90 hp 1.6 TDCi Silver X | 9% | 6 850 PLN | 275 000 km | Manual / Automatic · FWD / RWD |
1.6 Petrol · 115 hp 1.6 Ti-VCT Titanium | 9% | 7 900 PLN | 213 090 km | Manual · FWD / RWD |
1.8 Diesel · 115 hp 1.8 TDCi Ambiente | 8% | 6 000 PLN | 285 000 km | Manual · FWD |
1.8 Petrol · 125 hp 1.8 FF Ghia | 6% | 9 000 PLN | 213 216 km | Manual · FWD |
2.0 Petrol · 145 hp 2.0 Gold X | 4% | 9 900 PLN | 190 199 km | Manual / Automatic · FWD |
1.6 LPG · 100 hp 1.6 Trend + | 3% | 7 900 PLN | 260 000 km | Manual · FWD |
From the market
Price by model year
Typical price and mileage for each model year on sale.
From the market
Most common versions
- Trend20
- TDCi Ambiente10
- TDCi Trend10
- ST9
- 16V Titanium7
- Ambiente7
- TDCi Silver X6
- Ghia5
From the market
Equipment seen most often
ABS 100%Driver airbag 100%Passenger airbag 100%Electric front windows 93%Power steering 87%Traction control 80%Radio 73%ESP stability control 73%Electric door mirrors 67%Front side airbags 67%Manual air conditioning 60%Brake assist 60%Heated windscreen 53%Electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD) 53%
Our picks
Versions worth looking for
1.6 Duratec 100 manual, facelift, rust-free
The honest cheap Focus.
1.8 TDCi for high mileage
Noisy but tough.
ST with a stock map
A charismatic future classic.