How Many Seconds Does the Focus Take to Accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h?
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According to official data, the Focus has a 1.5T displacement, and the 1.5T model accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.9-12.7 seconds. Factors affecting the vehicle's 0-100 km/h acceleration time are as follows: Torque: Torque, in simple terms, indicates how much force is available. The greater the torque, the more force is available to propel the vehicle, resulting in naturally faster acceleration. The Focus has a maximum torque of 153 Nm and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 11.2 seconds. The Xingrui has a maximum torque of 300 Nm and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.9 seconds. Transmission efficiency: The transmission is the medium for power transfer and inevitably involves power loss. The higher the transmission efficiency, the better the acceleration performance. Generally, the ranking of transmission efficiency is manual transmission > dry dual-clutch transmission > wet dual-clutch transmission > AT transmission > CVT transmission. The Focus is equipped with a 6-speed manual transmission. Power-to-weight ratio: The relationship between horsepower and vehicle weight is called the power-to-weight ratio (unit is Hp/T). The higher the power-to-weight ratio, the faster the acceleration. The Focus has a power-to-weight ratio of 97.99 Hp/T and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 11.2 seconds. The Xingrui has a power-to-weight ratio of 126.67 Hp/T and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.9 seconds.
I haven't been driving the Focus for long, but it feels quite smooth at startup. The regular version of the Focus generally accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in about 9 seconds, like the 1.5-liter turbocharged version I often drive—it's neither too slow nor too fast, just enough for daily commuting. If you prefer spirited driving, the ST or RS versions might be quicker, around 6 to 7 seconds, but as an average owner, I care more about fuel efficiency and smoothness—longer acceleration times can increase fuel consumption. I recommend checking tire pressure before driving; don't let it get too low, as that can affect acceleration. Safety first. When choosing a car, test-drive it multiple times, considering road conditions and personal habits—don’t just focus on specs.
