Is the Ford Focus discontinued in the USA?
No. Ford does not sell the Focus new in the United States as of 2025. The model was removed from the US lineup after the 2018 model year, and Ford has not announced a return.
The question touches on why a once-common compact car is no longer offered in the US, how the market shift toward SUVs affected that decision, and what options remain for buyers who once considered the Focus. The sections that follow lay out the timeline, current market alternatives, and what potential, if any, could bring the Focus back to North America.
Timeline of discontinuation
The following milestones outline how the Focus left the US market and how it has remained absent from Ford’s US lineup since the late 2010s.
- 2018 model year: Ford ends US sales of the Focus; North American production for the Focus concludes, marking the last new Focus available to US customers.
- 2019 model year onward: Ford does not offer a Focus in the US; the model continues in other regions (Europe, Asia, and some Latin American markets).
- 2020s: Ford shifts focus toward SUVs, crossovers, and electrified vehicles in North America; there is no public plan announced to reintroduce the Focus to the US market as of 2025.
In essence, the Focus is not part of Ford’s current US lineup. While used examples from earlier years remain on the market, there is no new Focus available for sale in the United States today.
Current options in the US market
For buyers seeking alternatives to the Focus in 2025, here are practical paths: new-car options in the compact segment, Ford-brand alternatives that fit a similar lifestyle, and considerations for buying used Focus models.
- New compact-car options available in the US: Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Hyundai Elantra, Kia Forte, and Nissan Sentra.
- Ford-brand alternatives for those wanting a similar size or versatility: Ford Maverick (compact pickup) and Ford Escape (compact SUV).
- Used Focus market: You can find older Focus models through private sales or dealers, but consider higher mileage, wear, and potential maintenance costs in older vehicles.
These choices reflect the current US market landscape, where traditional small sedans have given ground to crossovers and electrified options, while the Focus remains unavailable new.
Notes on potential reintroduction or imports
As of 2025, there is no official plan from Ford to reintroduce the Focus to the US market. Any future decision would depend on market demand, regulatory considerations, and Ford’s global product strategy, which has heavily favored SUVs, trucks, and electrified models in North America.
Summary
The Ford Focus is not sold new in the United States as of 2025. It was discontinued after the 2018 model year, reflecting a broader shift in consumer preferences toward SUVs and trucks. While used examples of older Focus models remain available, buyers now look to other compact or crossovers, or to Ford’s current lineup such as the Maverick or Escape for similar utility. The possibility of a US reintroduction remains uncertain and has not been publicly announced by Ford.
