2019 Ford Focus Model Review

What's' New For the 2019 Ford Focus?

Regardless of whether you are looking for a gorgeous compact sedan or a sporty hatchback, the perfect vehicle for your needs may be the 2019 Ford Focus. The Focus has been popular among compact car shoppers for two decades, and the 2019 model offers exciting updates from bumper to bumper. This is the first model year for the line's fourth generation, and it has beautiful new designs for the headlights, taillights, fascia, grille and bumpers. A modern look and several exciting feature updates are found inside the Focus as well. This includes rotary gear selectors, a larger LCD infotainment system screen and a brand-new suite of advanced safety features.

2019 Focus Trims & Features

The 2019 Ford Focus continues to be offered in the same trims as last year, but these trims have each been improved in stunning ways. The options are the S, SE, SEL, Titanium, ST and RS. There is also a separate trim that is specific for the electric engine trim. For most of these trims, you will be able to select from a sedan or a hatchback body style. As you compare the trims in detail, you will see that many share similar standard or optional features.

Some of the thoughtful items that may in your 2019 Focus include an 8-inch color LCD screen for the Sync 3 infotainment system, a push-button ignition, an automatic dual-zone climate control system, a Sony audio system, MyKey technology, a CD player, cruise control, ambient lighting, one-touch power windows, steering wheel-mounted controls, a leather-wrapped and heated steering wheel, a leather-wrapped gear shifting knob, power door locks, remote start, 12-volt power outlets, USB charging ports and a many other standard or optional features.

2019 Ford Focus Horsepower

As you make your trim selection, be aware that the powertrain and mechanical equipment in the Ford Focus varies by trim. In addition to the electric engine option, there are a few gas-powered engine variations. One of these is a direct fuel injection design for a 2.0-liter, I4 Ti-VCT powertrain. Another one of the options is an EcoBoost 2.3-liter gas engine with auto-stop technology.

Manual transmissions are standard equipment for the bottom trims, and upper trims have an auto transmission as a standard feature. The performance of your 2019 Ford Focus may also be impacted by a sport suspension, a rear drum with a front MacPherson strut independent suspension, 4-wheel anti-locking brakes, electronic stability control, traction management, front-wheel drive or optional all-wheel drive, torque vectoring control, electronic brake assist, active grille shutters, electric power steering and additional equipment.

Ford Focus Safety

If you decide to take the 2019 Focus home soon, you may love how confident you feel behind the wheel thanks to its innovative safety features. In fact, the Focus now comes with the Co-Pilot 360 safety technology for all trims. This innovative suite gives you a wrong way warning, a pothole detection feature, lane centering technology, a driver's heads-up display and a few other items.

The Co-Pilot 360 technology is in combination with numerous additional features, such as a perimeter alarm, remote keyless entry, curtain airbags, a personal safety system, a 3-point safety seat belt system for all five seats, back row child safety seat latches, a tire pressure monitor, a rearview camera, side impact and dual-stage front airbags, lane keeping assistance, a rear cross-traffic detection feature, pedestrian detection, a blind spot monitor and a few other features.

A great way to take a closer look at the Focus and to pick out the trim that is right for you is to visit our Ford dealership soon.