Ford, Ford and Ford. This is what being heard everywhere. Reason? Ford Figo getting awarded the car of the year and now with the news, you will probably start planning another sedan. Ford India is planning to introduce the 2012 Ford Focus sedan during the year 2012.
Extremely vibrant, dynamic, aggressive and beautiful combined define the car and when you take a look at its images, the impression is bound to become stronger. The car is planned after the launch of 2011 Ford Fiesta which is due for the coming July / August. Sources have reported of a test mule resembling the 2012 Focus in a camouflage around Chennai and in all probability the car is the same.
The segment that the car will target is already crowded and in order stand out and achieve appreciable sales figures, it will have to taste like a new flavour for the buyers. The Focus is a bit pricy and will take on Skoda Laura, Honda Civic , Chevrolet Cruze , Volkswagen Jetta , Toyota Corolla Altis,and a few upcoming cars.
2012 Ford Focus Sedan Specifications In India
Powertrain
Powertrain Internal Combustion
Engine
Configuration I
Cylinders 4
Fuel Type Gasoline
Displacement (cc) 1999
Max. Power (BHP) 160
Max. Power @RPM 6500
Max. Torque (lb-ft) 146
Max. Torque @RPM 4450
Transmission
Transmission Type Manual S-Manual
Forward Gears 5 6
Driveline
Driven Wheels FWD
Body
Generic Type Car
Vehicle Size Small
Rear Roof Profile Trunk
No Side Doors 4
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight (lb) 2918 2956
Wheelbase (in) 104.3
Height – Body (in) 57.8
Width – Body (in) 71.8
Length (in) 178.5
Front Track (in) 61.2
Rear Track (in) 60.4
Chassis
Chassis Type Unitized Body/Frame
Engine Layout Transverse
Engine Position Front
Suspension
Front Suspension –Type MacPherson strut/lower arm
Rear Suspension – Type Multilink
Brakes
Front Brakes – Type Vented Disc
Rear Brakes – Type Drum
Drum (S, SE)
Disc (SEL, Titanium)
Wheels / Tires
Tire Size F (,R)
195/65R15 (S)
215/55R16 (SE)
195/65R15 (S)
215/55R16 (SE, SEL)
215/50R17 (SEL, Titanium)
Seating
Rows of Seats 2
Max. Passenger Capacity 5
Interior Dimensions
Head Room – 1st Row (in) 38.3
Head Room – 2nd Row (in) 38.0
Shoulder Room – 1st Row (in) 55.6
Shoulder Room – 2nd Row (in) 53.7
Utility
Cargo Access Trunk
Fuel Capacity (gallons) (gal) 12.4
2012 Ford Focus Sedan Price In India
The pricing as per the US market is around Rs. 11 Lakh but we expect it to be priced around Rs. 18 Lakh when launched in our market.
