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Ford Focus MPG & Fuel Cost by Year
19 model years · 2000–2018
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Ford Focus fuel economy at a glance
EPA has rated the Ford Focus for 19 model years, 2000 to 2018. Across those years its combined rating runs 20–34 MPG. The latest model year, 2018, has 8 configurations rated 22–34 MPG, 107 MPGe combined and costing $860–$3,630 a year to fuel at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The most efficient configuration on record since 2000 is the 2018 Focus 1.0L 3-cyl turbo FWD, at 34 MPG.
Ford Focus MPG by year
| Year | Gas (MPG) | Electric (MPGe) | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011-2018 (3rd gen) Generation page | |||
| 2018 | 22–34 | 107 | $860–$3,630 |
| 2017 | 22–34 | 107 | $850–$3,730 |
| 2016 | 22–34 | 105 | $880–$3,710 |
| 2015 | 26–34 | 105 | $880–$2,500 |
| 2014 | 26–32 | 105 | $880–$2,500 |
| 2013 | 26–32 | 105 | $880–$2,500 |
| 2012 | 29–32 | 105 | $880–$2,240 |
| 2011 | 28–29 | — | $2,280–$2,340 |
| 2008-2010 (2nd gen) Generation page | |||
| 2010 | 28 | — | $2,330 |
| 2009 | 27–28 | — | $2,330–$2,420 |
| 2008 | 28 | — | $2,330 |
| 2000-2007 (1st gen) Generation page | |||
| 2007 | 23–27 | — | $2,420–$2,840 |
| 2006 | 23–26 | — | $2,510–$2,840 |
| 2005 | 23–26 | — | $2,510–$2,840 |
| 2004 | 21–27 | — | $2,420–$3,830 |
| 2003 | 20–27 | — | $2,420–$3,270 |
| 2002 | 20–28 | — | $2,330–$4,020 |
| 2001 | 24–28 | — | $2,330–$2,720 |
| 2000 | 24–27 | — | $2,420–$2,720 |
Costs use the current EIA price set and 15,000 miles a year for every year, so years are comparable. Green marks the best year for each powertrain.
Ford Focus generations
3 generations between 2000 and 2018. Open one for the table of every model year and configuration.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Ford Focus's gas mileage by year?
EPA combined ratings for the Ford Focus run 20–34 MPG across model years 2000 to 2018. The latest year, 2018, is rated 22–34 MPG.
Which Ford Focus model year has the best gas mileage?
The 2018 Ford Focus Focus 1.0L 3-cyl turbo FWD has the highest combined rating since 2000, at 34 MPG.
How much does a Ford Focus cost to fuel per year?
For MY2018, EPA-rated configurations cost $860–$3,630 a year to fuel, driving 15,000 miles at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The most efficient one costs $1,940.
Has the Ford Focus's fuel economy improved over time?
Yes. The most efficient configuration moved from 27 MPG in 2000 to 34 MPG in 2018, 7 MPG more.
Is there a hybrid, plug-in or electric Ford Focus?
Yes. Electric versions are rated from 2012 to 2018 (105–107 MPGe).