Is the Ford Focus gas or electric?
Today, the Ford Focus is generally gasoline-powered in its current lineup. An all-electric version, known as the Focus Electric, existed in the past but Ford does not offer a new electric Focus in most markets today.
The Focus has long been a staple of Ford's compact-car lineup, spanning multiple generations and regions. Its powertrain options have varied by market and year, with gasoline engines serving as the default in most places and diesel variants available in parts of Europe. An electric variant was offered during the 2010s but has since been discontinued. This article explains how the Focus has been powered and what is available now, with notes on regional differences.
Powertrain history
The following overview outlines how the Focus has been powered across generations and regions.
- Gasoline engines: A range of petrol options—often turbocharged EcoBoost units and other gasoline engines—have formed the core of most Focus models.
- Diesel engines: In European markets, TDCi/EcoBlue diesel variants were commonly offered.
- Electric variant: The Focus Electric BEV was produced roughly from 2011 to 2018, available in select markets in limited volumes.
In short, current Focus models in most markets are gasoline-powered, with diesel options in some regions and no ongoing production of a new electric Focus. For buyers seeking electric Ford vehicles today, other models in Ford’s lineup—such as the Mustang Mach-E—are the mainstay of Ford’s electrified offerings.
Current availability by market
Market-by-market availability has shifted as Ford prioritizes SUVs and crossovers and as electrification expands across the lineup. Status can vary by country and year, so checking local Ford sources is best for the latest information.
- United States: Ford ended U.S. sales of the Focus after the 2018 model year; new Focus cars are not currently offered in the U.S., though used examples may be available.
- Europe and other traditional markets: The Focus remains offered with petrol and diesel engines; there is no ongoing sale of a new Focus Electric in most of these markets, though Ford’s broader electrified lineup is expanding.
- Other regions: Availability depends on local Ford subsidiaries and imports; consult a local dealer for the current model lineup.
For the latest, verify with Ford’s official site or a local dealer, as product offerings can change with new model years and regional strategies.
Summary
The Ford Focus is currently a gasoline-powered vehicle in most markets, with diesel options in several regions and no new electric Focus currently in production. An electric version existed in the past (Focus Electric), but buyers today looking specifically for electric Ford vehicles should explore other models like the Mustang Mach-E or other BEVs in Ford’s lineup, while confirming regional availability.
