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Ford Focus vs. Ford Taurus Reliability Comparisons

Ford Focus Reliability vs. Ford Taurus Reliability:
Ford Focus Reliability vs. Ford Taurus Reliability:

You won't find Ford Focus or Ford Taurus reliability information like this anywhere else. Actual repair frequencies, not just vague dots, to make it clear how much the Ford Focus and the Ford Taurus truly differ in reliability. These stats are promptly updated four times a year, to much more closely track Ford Focus and Ford Taurus reliability as the cars age. Others tell you how reliable the Ford Focus and the Ford Taurus were a year ago, when the cars were a year younger and had 12,000 fewer miles on them. Only TrueDelta tells you how reliable the Ford Focus and the Ford Taurus have been recently.

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Ford Focus Reliability through December 31, 2012

An asterisk (*) marks results based on small sample sizes.

General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.

Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.

New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.

 

Year Make/Model Repair Frequencysuccessful repair trips per 100 cars per year Compared to all models for the same year  
2013 Ford Focus 39 Focuses, 2.1 months of data per Focus, average 3300 miles

New Focus better in its second year, at least so far.15
20% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2012 Ford Focus 136 Focuses, 8.3 months of data per Focus, average 10800 miles

Redesigned for this model year. The SYNC system has required many software updates. The reported repair frequency would be much higher if we counted free software updates as repairs.37
50% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2012 Ford Taurus   10 Tauri, 8.6 months of data per Taurus, average 9700 miles

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2011 Ford Taurus 47 Tauri, 10.0 months of data per Taurus, average 21000 miles36
40% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2010 Ford Focus 30 Focuses, 8.8 months of data per Focus, average 35700 miles41
40% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2010 Ford Taurus 52 Tauri, 10.3 months of data per Taurus, average 31200 miles

Redesigned. Common problems with chrome peeling off tail lights, grinding brakes, and optional massaging seats.67
80% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2009 Ford Focus   24 Focuses, 10.0 months of data per Focus, average 45700 miles

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2009 Ford Taurus   13 Tauri, 8.7 months of data per Taurus, average 62300 miles

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2008 Ford Focus 27 Focuses, 10.7 months of data per Focus, average 58800 miles

Redesigned for this model year.25
10% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2008 Ford Taurus 66 Tauri, 10.3 months of data per Taurus, average 63700 miles

Common problem with corrosion on leading edge of the hood. 60
60% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2007 Ford Focus 39 Focuses, 9.5 months of data per Focus, average 75500 miles

39
30% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2006 Ford Focus 27 Focuses, 8.0 months of data per Focus, average 90000 miles

39
20% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2006 Ford Taurus   12 Tauri, 7.4 months of data per Taurus, average 97900 miles

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2005 Ford Taurus   22 Tauri, 10.2 months of data per Taurus, average 92800 miles

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2005 Ford Focus 30 Focuses, 9.8 months of data per Focus, average 93000 miles45
20% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2004 Ford Focus   15 Focuses, 10.5 months of data per Focus, average 106500 miles

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2004 Ford Taurus   16 Tauri, 7.5 months of data per Taurus, average 95900 miles

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2003 Ford Focus 34 Focuses, 7.6 months of data per Focus, average 102500 miles

79
50% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2003 Ford Taurus 26 Tauri, 8.3 months of data per Taurus, average 121400 miles88
60% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2002 Ford Taurus   20 Tauri, 9.2 months of data per Taurus, average 124400 miles

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2002 Ford Focus 26 Focuses, 8.3 months of data per Focus, average 105000 miles

117
90% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2001 Ford Focus   17 Focuses, 9.1 months of data per Focus, average 126500 miles

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2001 Ford Taurus 27 Tauri, 9.1 months of data per Taurus, average 115200 miles108
70% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2000 Ford Focus   16 Focuses, 7.0 months of data per Focus, average 119600 miles

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2000 Ford Taurus 30 Tauri, 7.6 months of data per Taurus, average 141500 miles115
80% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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1999 Ford Taurus   12 Tauri, 8.2 months of data per Taurus, average 146200 miles

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1998 Ford Taurus   10 Tauri, 6.3 months of data per Taurus, average 139500 miles

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What People Are Saying about Reliability and the Ford Focus

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What Our Members Are Saying about Ford Focus Reliability and Durability

Reliability and Durability of the Ford Focus: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 Have a 2001 with over 362,000 miles
2009 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 The Duratec 20 is a well made and reliable engine. Paired with the 5 speed manual transmission i should never have a trans failure for the life of the car.
2009 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 So far it has been about 5 months, and I have 10000miles on the odometer and there have been no strange noises, problems or anything. I have been rear ended twice and both times I took a very small amount of damage, so maybe the rear is pretty durable
2008 2dr Coupe 140-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 I hear great things from most Focus owners about the great reliability and few repairs/low cost of ownership.
2007 2dr Hatch 136-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 No problems with the car in terms of reliability, and holds up very well on the terrible roads we have in New Jersey
2007 4dr Sedan 136-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 This car has been very reliable. I have driven it hard and fast on a daily basis and have only had a few minor mechanical problems. At 45k the alternator needed replaced and the steering fluids replaced, but it was covered under the extended warranty I purchased, so I didn't have to pay a thing other than labor costs and the usual 45k checkup costs. At 68000 miles the transmission had to be flushed and fluids replaced--not covered by warranty, cost about 280usd. I consider these minor costs for upkeep, considering the use this car has seen, and the car runs perfectly after these repairs.
2007 2dr Hatch 136-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 Other than 2 problems covered under the warranty, this car has caused no problems. Brakes lasted longer than expected. The only problems encountered were due to driver error.
2007 2dr Hatch 136-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 I will be afraid to buy any other vehicle after owning this one. I have had so few problems of any sort, I do not know how it could get any better. The vehicle has been put through its paces and endured more than most, without faltering once. I would have no problem recommending this car to someone who needs a reliable vehicle.
2006 2dr Hatch 136-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 In the 35 months since I bought the car, I have put more than 60,000 miles on it. The car has never been back to the dealer for service. Since I have owned it, I have only changed the oil and replaced the tires.
2006 4dr Sedan 136-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 Try and trued design.No issues in 4 yrs and 82,000 miles change oil every 5,000 miles.Follow the Maintenance schedule for fuel filter and trans service.Good performance for a four cylinder.
2005 4dr Hatch 136-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 27,000 miles and yet to change anything, inc air filter and spark plugs.
2005 4dr Sedan 151-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 My past experience with Ford and Mercury is excellent (better than my Toyota experience). The early Focus was not notably reliable, but by 2005 the Focus was statistically a standout in reliability & durability. My trouble-free 55,000 miles supports that.
2004 2dr Hatch 130-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 Only have to change the oil and filters. Has been extremely reliable and affordable to maintain.
Reliability and Durability of the Ford Focus: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD		 Had a clunking noise in first 1000 miles that required front struts to be replaced. Clunking noise appears to be slowly reappearing. Starting to occasionally hear a low groaning noise when transmission shifts between 20 & 30 mph.
2003 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD		 Lots of teething problems when I bought this car, it was fixed under warranty but the clutch broke prematurely and they were unwilling to help.
2003 4dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD		 Most of the car holds up very well. But where the roads are salted the rear wheel openings start to rust after about five years.
2002 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD		 The interior was designed around a budget. Feels cheap, but because it is cheap. Everything seems held together with glue when it should be with bolts.

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