Trim Report

Ford Focus SE2018

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Where to Find Ford Focus SE

Location data for all 2018 Ford Focus trims combined

34States

Florida has the most inventory at 12%, with options spread across 34 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

Ford Focus Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2018 Ford Focus trims

Elevated

Federal safety data shows 5 recalls and 795 complaints for the 2018 Ford Focus, a elevated safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

5
Recalls
795
Complaints
15
Crashes
3
Fires
Recall Findings
23V9050002023-22-12
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:PUMP

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Ford Focus and 2018-2022 Ford EcoSport vehicles. The oil pump drive belt or drive belt tensioner may fail, resulting in a loss of engine oil pressure.

A loss of oil pressure can result in an engine stall and a loss of power braking assist, increasing the risk of a crash.

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26V0110002026-15-01
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Focus, 2013-2019 Escape, and 2015-2016 MKC vehicles equipped with a 2.0L engine. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in.

An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

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18V7350002018-22-10
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Ford Focus vehicles with a 2.0L GDI or 2.0L GTDI engine. The Canister Purge Valve (CPV) may malfunction, possibly causing excessive vacuum in fuel vapor management system.

The excessive vaccuum may result in an engine stall while driving, without warning and without the ability to restart the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

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18V8450002018-28-11
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Ford Focus vehicles equipped with a 1.0L Fox GTDI engine and a 6-speed manual transmission. The clutch may fracture, resulting in damage to the transmission assembly and possibly a transmission fluid leak.

A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components can increase the risk of a fire.

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26V0120002026-15-01
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Focus, 2019 Explorer, and 2024 Explorer vehicles. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in.

An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 795 issues reported over 1 model years, power train problems are the most common for the 2018 Ford Focus. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Power Train206
02Engine And Engine Cooling106
03Engine94
04Fuel/propulsion System54
05Fuel System, Gasoline44
795 total across 1 model years (2018–2018)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Ford Focus Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2018 Ford Focus trims

22–107mpg combined
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19-118city
·
26-96hwy
·
$700-$2,650/yr

The 2018 Ford Focus delivers 22 to 107 MPG combined across 8 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim
Focus Electric - Automatic (A1)
107mpg
Front-Wheel DriveEV
118 city96 hwy~$700/yr10/10 Clean
Focus FWD - Manual 6-spd
34mpg
1.0L 3-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
30 city40 hwy~$1,300/yr8/10 Clean
Focus FWD - Automatic (AM6)
31mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
26 city38 hwy~$1,400/yr7/10 Clean
Focus FWD - Automatic (S6)
31mpg
1.0L 3-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
27 city38 hwy~$1,400/yr7/10 Clean
Focus FWD - Automatic (AM-S6)
28mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
24 city34 hwy~$1,550/yr6/10 Average
Focus FWD - Manual 5-spd
28mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
25 city34 hwy~$1,550/yr6/10 Average
Focus ST FWD - Manual 6-spd
25mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
22 city30 hwy~$1,750/yr5/10 Average
Focus RS AWD - Manual 6-spd
22mpg
2.3L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
19 city26 hwy~$2,650/yr4/10 Average

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

Is the SE Worth It?

Common questions about the 2018 Ford Focus SE

How does the SE compare to other Ford Focus trims?

with 1,372 listings tracked, the SE sits in a specific spot in the 2018 Ford Focus lineup. Compare pricing across all trims on the 2018 Ford Focus page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2018 Ford Focus SE?

The SE shares its core mechanicals with other Ford Focus trims, so major service intervals are similar. Watch for power train issues, the most commonly reported problem area. There are 5 recalls to verify before purchase. The 2018 model page has the details.

What are the best years for the Ford Focus SE?

The best model year for the Ford Focus SE comes down to the price-to-mileage ratio. Compare all years on the Ford Focus overview.

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