Pros: Surprisingly fun to drive; positive traits of comparable gas-engine Focuses carry over intact; capable of relatively fast Level 2 charging
Cons: Cargo area compromised by battery pack; cramped rear-seat space; high price premium over conventional gas-engine counterparts
CG Says: For 2017, Focus Electric has increased driving range and reduced charging time. The EPA-estimated driving range jumps from 76 miles to 115 miles. Ford claims that a new DC fast charger can deliver 75 miles of range in half an hour. Ford Focus is a compact electric car with seating for five. The front-wheel-drive car is powered by a 143-horsepower electric motor. Focus Electric is among the more rewarding pure-electric vehicles to drive. And, for the most part, it feels like a conventional Focus. Prices are high compared to the gas-engine Focuses, but competitive with both the Nissan Leaf and Chevrolet Bolt. If your goal is to be green and drive a car no one will suspect is electric, the Focus Electric is a fine choice. Note that Focus Electric is available only in select Ford dealerships.
| Class | Compact Car |
| Body Style(s) | 4-door hatchback |
| Passenger Count | 5 |
| Drive Wheels | front-wheel drive |
| Manufacturer | Ford |
| Nation of Manufacture | USA |
| Base Prices | Base: $29,120 |
| Base Engine electric motor |
| Horsepower 143 |
| Std. Transmission 1-speed automatic |
| Avail. Transmission NA |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 118 MPGe |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 96 MPGe |
