What transmission does the new generation Focus use?
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The new generation Focus is equipped with an 8-speed automatic transmission (8AT). The new generation Focus comes with three different engines, which are: 1. A 1.5T three-cylinder engine with a maximum power output of 184 horsepower, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. 2. A 1.5L three-cylinder engine with a maximum power output of 122 horsepower, paired with a manual transmission. 3. A 1.0T three-cylinder engine with a maximum power output of 127 horsepower, paired with an automatic transmission. Additional information: How transmissions work: 1. A manual transmission works by shifting the gear lever to switch the drive gears on the intermediate shaft, combining different gear sizes with the power output shaft to change the torque and speed of the drive wheels. 2. An automatic transmission uses planetary gear sets to change gears. It automatically shifts gears based on the degree of throttle pedal input and changes in vehicle speed, allowing the driver to control the speed simply by operating the accelerator pedal.
I've been driving the Focus for over two years now, equipped with an 8-speed automatic transmission that delivers smooth and seamless gear shifts, with quick response during acceleration and no noticeable jerking. Particularly, the 1.5T engine paired with this transmission makes driving in congested urban areas effortless, with crisp and decisive downshifts. Compared to the older 6AT, the new transmission optimizes gear ratios to maintain lower RPMs during highway cruising, resulting in excellent fuel efficiency—my real-world combined fuel consumption is around 7.2 liters per 100 kilometers. The paddle shifters are especially useful on winding mountain roads, as manual downshifting significantly improves cornering response. This powertrain combination has been trouble-free for three years, making it one of Ford's most reliable transmission configurations.
