Ford · model year 2012
2012 Ford Focus
Specifications and certified data for the 2012 model year. All Ford Focus model years →
2012 UK builds, engines & trims
| Build | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Power hp | CO₂ g/km | MPG | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Performance | — | Petrol | Manual | 305 | 220 | — | Dossier |
| Hybrid | — | Hybrid | Automatic | 180 | 105 | — | Dossier |
| Diesel | — | Diesel | Automatic | 165 | 130 | — | Dossier |
| Petrol | — | Petrol | Manual | 155 | 155 | — | Dossier |
| 1.6 Duratec (179PS) Estate | 1,596 cc | Petrol | Manual | — | 144 | 45.6 | Dossier |
| 1.6 Duratec Stop-Start (179PS) Estate | 1,596 cc | Petrol | Manual | — | 139 | 47.1 | Dossier |
| 1.6 Duratec Ti-VCT (105PS) 5 Door | 1,596 cc | Petrol | Manual | — | 136 | 47.9 | Dossier |
| 1.6 Duratec Ti-VCT (105PS) 5 Door | 1,596 cc | Petrol | Manual | — | 136 | 47.9 | Dossier |
| 1.6 Duratec Ti-VCT (105PS) Estate | 1,596 cc | Petrol | Manual | — | 139 | 47.1 | Dossier |
| 1.6 Duratec Ti-VCT (105PS) Estate | 1,596 cc | Petrol | Manual | — | 139 | 47.1 | Dossier |
| 1.6 Duratec Ti-VCT (125PS) 5 Door | 1,596 cc | Petrol | Automatic | — | 149 | 44.1 | Dossier |
| 1.6 Duratec Ti-VCT (125PS) 5 Door | 1,596 cc | Petrol | Manual | — | 136 | 47.9 | Dossier |
| 1.6 Duratec Ti-VCT (125PS) 5 Door | 1,596 cc | Petrol | Manual | — | 136 | 47.9 | Dossier |
| 1.6 Duratec Ti-VCT (125PS) 5 Door FFV | 1,596 cc | Petrol | Manual | — | 132 | 34.9 | Dossier |
| 1.6 Duratec Ti-VCT (125PS) 5 Door FFV | 1,596 cc | Petrol | Manual | — | 136 | 47.9 | Dossier |
| 1.6 Duratec Ti-VCT (125PS) Estate | 1,596 cc | Petrol | Automatic | — | 149 | 44.1 | Dossier |
| 1.6 Duratec Ti-VCT (125PS) Estate | 1,596 cc | Petrol | Manual | — | 139 | 47.1 | Dossier |
| 1.6 Duratec Ti-VCT (125PS) Estate | 1,596 cc | Petrol | Manual | — | 139 | 47.1 | Dossier |
| 1.6 Duratec Ti-VCT (125PS) Estate FFV | 1,596 cc | Petrol | Manual | — | 135 | 34.0 | Dossier |
| 1.6 Duratec Ti-VCT (125PS) Estate FFV | 1,596 cc | Petrol | Manual | — | 139 | 47.1 | Dossier |
| 1.6 Duratec Ti-VCT (85PS) 5 Door | 1,596 cc | Petrol | Manual | — | 136 | 47.9 | Dossier |
| 1.6 Duratorq TDCi Stop-Start (115PS) 5 Door (+DPF) | 1,560 cc | Diesel | Manual | — | 109 | 67.3 | Dossier |
| 1.6 Duratorq TDCi Stop-Start (115PS) 5 Door (+DPF) | 1,560 cc | Diesel | Manual | — | 109 | 67.3 | Dossier |
| 1.6 Duratorq TDCi Stop-Start (115PS) Estate (+DPF) | 1,560 cc | Diesel | Manual | — | 109 | 67.3 | Dossier |
| 1.6 Duratorq TDCi Stop-Start (115PS) Estate (+DPF) | 1,560 cc | Diesel | Manual | — | 109 | 67.3 | Dossier |
| 1.6 Duratorq TDCi Stop-Start (95PS) 5 Door (+DPF) | 1,560 cc | Diesel | Manual | — | 109 | 67.3 | Dossier |
| 1.6 Duratorq TDCi Stop-Start (95PS) 5 Door (+DPF) | 1,560 cc | Diesel | Manual | — | 109 | 67.3 | Dossier |
| 1.6 Duratorq TDCi Stop-Start (95PS) Estate (+DPF) | 1,560 cc | Diesel | Manual | — | 109 | 67.3 | Dossier |
| 1.6 Duratorq TDCi Stop-Start (95PS) Estate (+DPF) | 1,560 cc | Diesel | Manual | — | 109 | 67.3 | Dossier |
| 1.6 EcoBoost Stop-Start (150PS) 5 Door | 1,596 cc | Petrol | Manual | — | 137 | 47.9 | Dossier |
| 1.6 EcoBoost Stop-Start (150PS) 5 Door | 1,596 cc | Petrol | Manual | — | 139 | 47.1 | Dossier |
| 1.6 EcoBoost Stop-Start (150PS) Estate | 1,596 cc | Petrol | Manual | — | 137 | 47.9 | Dossier |
| 1.6 EcoBoost Stop-Start (150PS) Estate | 1,596 cc | Petrol | Manual | — | 139 | 47.1 | Dossier |
| 1.6 EcoBoost Stop-Start (182PS) 5 Door | 1,596 cc | Petrol | Manual | — | 137 | 47.9 | Dossier |
| 1.6 EcoBoost Stop-Start (182PS) Estate | 1,596 cc | Petrol | Manual | — | 137 | 47.9 | Dossier |
| 2.0 Duratec (170PS) 5 Door | 1,976 cc | Petrol | Automatic | — | 149 | 44.1 | Dossier |
| 2.0 Duratec (170PS) 5 Door | 1,976 cc | Petrol | Manual | — | 156 | 42.2 | Dossier |
| 2.0 Duratec (170PS) Estate | 1,976 cc | Petrol | Automatic | — | 149 | 44.1 | Dossier |
| 2.0 Duratec (170PS) Estate | 1,976 cc | Petrol | Manual | — | 156 | 42.2 | Dossier |
| 2.0 Duratorq TDCi (140PS) 5 Door (+DPF) | 1,997 cc | Diesel | Automatic | — | 134 | 54.3 | Dossier |
| 2.0 Duratorq TDCi (140PS) 5 Door (+DPF) | 1,997 cc | Diesel | Manual | — | 124 | 57.6 | Dossier |
| 2.0 Duratorq TDCi (140PS) 5 Door (+DPF) | 1,997 cc | Diesel | Automatic | — | 139 | 53.3 | Dossier |
| 2.0 Duratorq TDCi (140PS) 5 Door (+DPF) | 1,997 cc | Diesel | Manual | — | 129 | 56.5 | Dossier |
| 2.0 Duratorq TDCi (140PS) Estate (+DPF) | 1,997 cc | Diesel | Automatic | — | 134 | 54.3 | Dossier |
| 2.0 Duratorq TDCi (140PS) Estate (+DPF) | 1,997 cc | Diesel | Manual | — | 124 | 57.6 | Dossier |
| 2.0 Duratorq TDCi (140PS) Estate (+DPF) | 1,997 cc | Diesel | Automatic | — | 139 | 53.3 | Dossier |
| 2.0 Duratorq TDCi (140PS) Estate (+DPF) | 1,997 cc | Diesel | Manual | — | 129 | 56.5 | Dossier |
| 2.0 Duratorq TDCi (163PS) 5 Door (+DPF) | 1,997 cc | Diesel | Automatic | — | 134 | 54.3 | Dossier |
| 2.0 Duratorq TDCi (163PS) 5 Door (+DPF) | 1,997 cc | Diesel | Manual | — | 124 | 57.6 | Dossier |
| 2.0 Duratorq TDCi (163PS) 5 Door (+DPF) | 1,997 cc | Diesel | Automatic | — | 139 | 53.3 | Dossier |
| 2.0 Duratorq TDCi (163PS) 5 Door (+DPF) | 1,997 cc | Diesel | Manual | — | 129 | 56.5 | Dossier |
| 2.0 Duratorq TDCi (163PS) Estate (+DPF) | 1,997 cc | Diesel | Automatic | — | 134 | 54.3 | Dossier |
| 2.0 Duratorq TDCi (163PS) Estate (+DPF) | 1,997 cc | Diesel | Manual | — | 124 | 57.6 | Dossier |
| 2.0 Duratorq TDCi (163PS) Estate (+DPF) | 1,997 cc | Diesel | Automatic | — | 139 | 53.3 | Dossier |
| 2.0 Duratorq TDCi (163PS) Estate (+DPF) | 1,997 cc | Diesel | Manual | — | 129 | 56.5 | Dossier |
UK Vehicle Certification Agency fuel & emissions data and ACS catalogue records, Open Government Licence v3.0, VCA ↗.
2012 US EPA fuel-economy records
| Year | Engine | Drive | Transmission | Fuel | MPG (US) comb. | CO₂ g/mi | EV range mi | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM6) | Regular | 31 | 287 | — | EPA ↗ |
| 2012 | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S6) | Regular | 30 | 296 | — | EPA ↗ |
| 2012 | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 29 | 306 | — | EPA ↗ |
| 2012 | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM6) | Regular | 32 | 278 | — | EPA ↗ |
| 2012 | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | Gasoline or E85 | 29 | 306 | 271 | EPA ↗ |
| 2012 | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM6) | Gasoline or E85 | 31 | 287 | 271 | EPA ↗ |
| 2012 | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM6) | Gasoline or E85 | 32 | 278 | 266 | EPA ↗ |
| 2012 | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S6) | Gasoline or E85 | 31 | 287 | 271 | EPA ↗ |
US EPA test figures (US MPG, US test cycle), fueleconomy.gov ↗, US government public domain.
US NHTSA safety ratings
| Vehicle | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Ford Focus 4 DR FWD | ★★★★☆ (4/5) | ★★★★☆ (4/5) | ★★★★★ (5/5) | ★★★★☆ (4/5) | NHTSA ↗ |
| 2012 Ford Focus 5 DR FWD | ★★★★☆ (4/5) | ★★★★☆ (4/5) | ★★★★★ (5/5) | ★★★★☆ (4/5) | NHTSA ↗ |
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (US government, public domain). US-market versions; not the same tests as Euro NCAP.
US safety recalls
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26V369000 2026-06-09 · model years 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS:CANISTER
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Focus vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 18V735. The Canister Purge Valve (CPV) may malfunction, causing the engine to stall unexpectedly while driving.
Remedy: Dealers will update the powertrain control module (PCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 29, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this…
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20V331000 2020-06-08 · model years 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Fiesta, 2013-2014 Fusion, 2015 Mustang, 2013-2015 Escape and C-Max, 2012-2015 Focus, 2014-2016 Transit Connect, 2013-2014 Lincoln MKZ, and 2015 MKC vehicles. These vehicles were previously recalled and repaired under recalls 15V-246, 16V-643 or 17V-210, however…
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the latch date codes to confirm if the repair was done correctly, and replace the side door latches if necessary, free of charge. Owners will also have the option to…
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19V515000 2019-07-05 · model years 2012, 2013, 2014, 2017
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2012 and 2017 Focus vehicles equipped with 2.0L GDI gasoline engines and 2013-2014 Focus ST vehicles equipped with 2.0L GTDI engines, previously recalled under 18V-735. The affected vehicles did not have the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) updated as intended. Therefore,…
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Powertrain Control Module. Dealers will also check for fault codes and replace the CPV as needed. If the CPV is replaced, dealers will inspect and replace the…
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18V735000 2018-10-22 · model years 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018
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.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Powertrain Control Module. Dealers will also check for fault codes and replace the CPV as needed. If the CPV is replaced, dealers will inspect and replace the…
NHTSA recalls database (US government, public domain). Recalls apply to US-market vehicles; check the manufacturer for your country.
Generation in 2012
Sources
- UK VCA fuel & emissions data — https://carfueldata.vehicle-certification-agency.gov.uk/Open Government Licence v3.0
- US EPA / DOE FuelEconomy.gov — https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/ws/index.shtmlUS Government public domain
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API — https://api.nhtsa.gov/SafetyRatingsUS Government public domain
- NHTSA recalls database — https://www.nhtsa.gov/recallsUS Government public domain
- Car Model Index — https://models.autoculturesociety.com/Compiled record. Sources that do not permit reuse are not copied; this index is credited instead.