Trim Report

Ford Focus SEL2008

Includes:FOCUS|SEL
$550
Starting From
176
Active Listings
—
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 176 active dealer listings as of

Min $550
Max $24,995
From $550
Fresh

SEL Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$900
$900–$8K
41 listings142,073 avg miles
LX
From$1,995
8 listings|$2K–$6K
RS
From$18,995
68 listings|$19K–$40K
S
From$1,000
163 listings|$1K–$14K
SE
From$500
1,372 listings|$500–$15K
SEL
From$550
176 listings|$550–$25K
SES
From$900
46 listings|$900–$13K
ST
From$2,860
228 listings|$3K–$24K
Titanium
From$875
178 listings|$875–$25K

2008 Ford Focus SEL Pricing

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Where to Find Ford Focus SEL

Location data for all 2008 Ford Focus trims combined

34States

If you're near Florida, you're in luck: 12% of listings are there. But with 34 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

Ford Focus Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2008 Ford Focus trims

Elevated

The 2008 Ford Focus's elevated safety profile includes 2 recall campaigns and 249 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

2
Recalls
249
Complaints
21
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
08E0500002008-11-08
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

K2 MOTOR IS RECALLING 1,921 AFTERMARKET HEADLAMPS OF VARIOUS MODELS SOLD FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS ARE MISSING THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTOR WHICH FAILS TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."

WITHOUT THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTORS, THE LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY BE AFFECTED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

View at NHTSA
07V5410002007-21-11
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

CERTAIN VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS SPECIFIED IN FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, 'OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION.' THE DRIVER AIR BAG MODULE MAY NOT HAVE BEEN PROPERLY ASSEMBLED.

THIS CONDITION MAY PREVENT THE DRIVER AIR BAG FROM PROPERLY DEPLOYING AND REDUCE OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2008 Ford Focus has accumulated 249 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with electrical system leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Electrical System36
02Structure24
03Air Bags21
04Power Train15
05Latches/locks/linkages14
249 total across 1 model years (2008–2008)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Ford Focus Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2008 Ford Focus trims

28mpg combined
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24city
·
33-35hwy
·
$1,550/yr

At 28 MPG combined, the 2008 Ford Focus delivers consistent fuel economy whether you pick from 2 different setups. Budget accordingly.

By Trim
Focus - Automatic 4-spd
28mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
24 city33 hwy~$1,550/yr-1/10 Poor
Focus - Manual 5-spd
28mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
24 city35 hwy~$1,550/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

SEL Trim Buyer Questions

What to know about the 2008 Ford Focus SEL

How does the SEL compare to other Ford Focus trims?

Every Ford Focus trim targets a different buyer. The 2008 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2008 Ford Focus SEL?

Maintenance costs for the SEL align with the broader Ford Focus ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 2008 model year has 2 recalls on record. The most-reported issue area is electrical system. Check the 2008 Ford Focus page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Ford Focus SEL?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Ford Focus SEL year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Ford Focus overview compares all years side by side.

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