The 2012 Ford Focus S is a smart, efficient compact sedan designed for drivers who value reliability, fuel economy, and everyday practicality. Its 2.0liter four-cylinder engine delivers responsive performance while maintaining excellent efficiency, making it a great choice for commuting, student drivers, or anyone seeking a budget friendly vehicle that doesn't compromise on quality. The Focus S features a well balanced suspension that provides a smooth, confident ride, whether navigating city streets or cruising on the highway.
Inside, the cabin is thoughtfully designed with supportive seating, intuitive controls, and ample headroom and legroom for both driver and passengers. The straightforward layout keeps everything within easy reach, while the generous trunk space adds versatility for groceries, gear, or weekend travel. Standard features include air conditioning, power windows, an AM/FM audio system with auxiliary input, and Fords reputation for solid build quality.
Safety is a strong point, with stability control, anti-lock brakes, multiple airbags, and a durable frame engineered to protect occupants. The 2012 Focus S remains a dependable and economical option for anyone seeking a clean, simple, and efficient sedan. Its blend of comfort, practicality, and low ownership costs makes it a standout value in the compact car segment.
Tax, title, and license fees and Dealer Installed Options are extra.
Awards:
* Car and Driver 10 Best Cars * 2012 IIHS Top Safety Pick * 2012 KBB.com Top 10 Coolest New Cars Under $18,000 * 2012 KBB.com Top 10 Road Trip Cars * 2012 KBB.com Brand Image Awards
Car and Driver, January 2017.
2012 Ford Focus S Sedan I-4 cyl
- Used
The highlights
- Perimeter/approach lights
- Remote keyless entry
The full specifications
- 1-touch down
- Air conditioning
- Driver door bin
- Driver vanity mirror
- Front beverage holders
- Passenger door bin
- Passenger vanity mirror
- Power windows
- Rear beverage holders
- Rear door bins
- Remote keyless entry
- Telescoping steering wheel
- Tilt steering wheel
- Four wheel independent suspension
- Front anti-roll bar
- Front tires: 195/65TR15.0
- Power steering
- Rear anti-roll bar
- Rear tires: 195/65TR15.0
- Wheel size: 15"
- AM/FM radio
- CD player
- CD-MP3 decoder
- Radio data system
- Speakers: 4
- Front seats: bucket
- Max seating capacity: 5
- Rear seats: bench
- Rear seats Folding position: fold forward seatback
- Cylinder configuration: I-4
- Drive type: front-wheel
- Engine liters: 2.0
- Engine location: front
- Fuel economy city: 26mpg
- Fuel economy highway: 36mpg
- Fuel tank capacity: 12.4gal.
- Number of valves: 16
- Recommended fuel: Flexible
- Torque: 146 lb.-ft. @ 4,450RPM
- Variable valve control
- Bumpers: body-color
- Power door mirrors
- Rear cargo: trunk
- Air Pollution Score (AP): 6
- Compression ratio: 12.00 to 1
- Engine bore x stroke: 87.4mm x 83.1mm (3.44" x 3.27")
- Engine displacement: 2.0 L
- Engine torque: 146 lb.-ft. @ 4,450RPM
- Exterior body width: 1,824mm (71.8")
- Exterior height: 1,466mm (57.7")
- Exterior length: 4,534mm (178.5")
- Front headroom: 973mm (38.3")
- Front hiproom: 1,369mm (53.9")
- Front legroom: 1,064mm (41.9")
- Front shoulder room: 1,412mm (55.6")
- GVWR: 1,810kg (3,990lbs)
- Greenhouse Gas Score (GG): 7
- Interior cargo volume: 374 L (13 cu.ft.)
- Interior maximum cargo volume: 374 L (13 cu.ft.)
- Passenger volume: 2,568L (90.7 cu.ft.)
- Payload: 375kg (827lbs)
- Rear headroom: 965mm (38.0")
- Rear hiproom: 1,339mm (52.7")
- Rear legroom: 843mm (33.2")
- Rear shoulder room: 1,364mm (53.7")
- Turning radius: 5.5m (18.0')
- Wheelbase: 2,649mm (104.3")
- Display: analog
- Low tire pressure warning
- Rear window defroster
- Tachometer
- Variably intermittent wipers
- ABS brakes
- Adjustable head restraints: driver and passenger w/tilt
- Brake assist
- Dual front impact airbags
- Dual front side impact airbags
- Electronic stability
- Ignition disable
- Occupant sensing airbag
- Overhead airbag
- Panic alarm
- Perimeter/approach lights
- Traction control
Notes from the dealer
Peace of mind
Vehicle history report
- Title information
- Odometer readings
- Accident data (if applicable)
- Service history
- Vehicle usage
- Recall information (if applicable)
- Warranty status
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- 5.0
Decent car
by Matt on 3/2/2026 9:30:36 AM
no drama, excellent gas consumption, pretty good interior design and mechanically durable when regular maintainance taken care of. - 5.0
Still a good car after 14 years
by Everest on 3/1/2026 12:52:59 AM
Bought this car used in 2015 from the dealer after it came back off a lease. Its been a very good and dependable car after getting the transmission fixed, which was done under an extended Ford warranty. Only issue I have is the AC system which has a slow leak that my mechanic hasn't been able to find. I like that the car is solid, handles very well, gets good gas mileage and has a CD player, which I still use. - 5.0
One of the best cars I’ve owned
by RCRC on 12/5/2025 5:34:46 PM
I’ve owned Honda I’ve owned Toyota and i must say this 2014 ford focus has been an absolutely reliable vehicle! It’s been taken on a few out of state road trips It gets driven all around town it’s very comfortable and good on gas and it’s got some pep before getting this car heard nothing but horror stories now after having this vehicle for a few years Very glad took the chance I do believe it’s a hit or miss with the focuses in particular this one was a massive HIT These focuses can be absolutely EXCELLENT cars



