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2008-2010 Ford Focus MPG & Fuel Cost
3 model years · 27–28 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 9 of 10 small car configurations, MY2010. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2008-2010 Ford Focus at a glance
The 2008-2010 Ford Focus covers 3 model years in the EPA database (6 configurations in all), rated 27–28 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2010, costs about $2,330 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Focus 2.0L 4-cyl FWD (28 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2009 and 2010.
2008-2010 Ford Focus by model year
What the 2010 Focus 2.0L 4-cyl FWD costs to drive
Per month
$194
$2,330 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$3.88
Per 100 miles
$15.53
Five years
$11,650
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the small car median
$940less a year
Class median $3,270 a year, MY2010
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2010 Ford Focus MPG
Versus 2009: The most efficient configuration stays at 28 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,330.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus 2.0L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 24 | 34 | 28 | $2,330 |
| Focus 2.0L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 24 | 35 | 28 | $2,330 |
2009 Ford Focus MPG
27–28 MPG · $2,330–$2,420/yr
Versus 2008: The most efficient configuration stays at 28 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,330.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus 2.0L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 24 | 35 | 28 | $2,330 |
| Focus 2.0L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 24 | 33 | 27 | $2,420 |
2008 Ford Focus MPG
28 MPG · $2,330/yr
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus 2.0L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 24 | 33 | 28 | $2,330 |
| Focus 2.0L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 24 | 35 | 28 | $2,330 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Focus 2.0L 4-cyl FWD: $3,170 in California and $2,040 in Texas, a $1,130 difference.
- California $3,170
- Washington $2,940
- New York $2,330
- Florida $2,200
- Texas $2,040
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2010 small car models.
Generations
- 2000-2007 (1st gen)
- 2008-2010 (2nd gen)
- 2011-2018 (3rd gen)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2008-2010 Ford Focus get?
EPA rates the 2008-2010 Ford Focus at 27–28 MPG combined across 6 configurations and 3 model years. The most efficient version, the 2010 Focus 2.0L 4-cyl FWD, is rated 28 MPG (24 city, 34 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2008-2010 Ford Focus?
Every model year of the 2008-2010 Ford Focus tops out at 28 MPG combined, so no year is better than another.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2008-2010 Ford Focus?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2009 and 2010.
How does the 2008-2010 Ford Focus compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2000-2007 Ford Focus) is rated 20–28 MPG combined and costs $2,330–$4,020 a year to fuel; the 2008-2010 model is rated 27–28 MPG and costs $2,330–$2,420 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2010 Ford Focus per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Focus 2.0L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,330 a year. Across all 2 configurations the cost runs $2,330 a year.
How much does it cost to drive a 2010 Ford Focus 100 miles?
About $15.53 per 100 miles for the Focus 2.0L 4-cyl FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2010 Ford Focus more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The Focus 2.0L 4-cyl FWD is rated 24 city and 34 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 10 MPG.
How does the 2010 Ford Focus compare with other small car configurations?
The Focus 2.0L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,330 a year to fuel, $940 less than the class median of $3,270, and less than 9 of 10 small car configurations. The comparison covers all 338 rated small car configurations for MY2010, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2010 Ford Focus different from the 2009 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 28 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,330. EPA lists 2 configurations for 2010 against 2 configurations for 2009. See the 2009 Ford Focus for that year.