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2004 Ford Focus MPG & fuel economy

The 2004 Ford Focus is a compact car offered in 8 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 27 MPG combined (24 city / 32 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 21 to 27 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2003 model. Among 48 compact cars rated for 2004, it ranks 16th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,722 a year to fuel.

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Combined 27 MPG 24 MPG city · 32 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $1,722 15,000 mi/yr · $11.48 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2004 #16 of 48 Compact Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2004 Ford Focus's fuel average is 11.5 km/L (8.7 L/100 km), or 27 MPG combined: 10.2 km/L in the city and 13.6 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City2410.29.8
Highway3213.67.4
Combined2711.58.7

How it ranks among 2004 Compact Cars

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  1. 1Honda Civic Hybrid41 MPG $1,134
  2. 2Honda Civic34 MPG $1,368
  3. 3Toyota Echo33 MPG $1,409
  4. 4Toyota Corolla31 MPG $1,500
  5. 5Volkswagen Golf/GTI Diesel36 MPG $1,542
  6. 16Ford Focus27 MPG $1,722
  7. 48Bentley Continental12 MPG $4,938
2004 FocusOther compact carsClass median: $1,899/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

Focus MPG across model years

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8 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Focus		 Gas 24 MPG 32 MPG 27 MPG — $1,722
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Focus Station Wagon		 Gas 23 MPG 32 MPG 26 MPG — $1,788
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Focus		 Gas 23 MPG 30 MPG 25 MPG — $1,860
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Focus		 Gas 22 MPG 30 MPG 25 MPG — $1,860
FWD · 2.3L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Focus		 Gas 22 MPG 30 MPG 25 MPG — $1,860
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Focus		 Gas 22 MPG 28 MPG 24 MPG — $1,938
FWD · 2.3L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Focus		 Gas 21 MPG 28 MPG 24 MPG — $1,938
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual
Focus		 Gas 18 MPG 26 MPG 21 MPG — $2,821

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.0L 4-cyl
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drivetrain
FWD
Passenger volume
95 cu ft
Cargo volume
21 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
329 g/mi

2004 Ford Focus vs. rivals

vs Mazda 3 27 MPG · $1,722/yr Same fuel cost vs Mitsubishi Lancer 27 MPG · $1,722/yr Same fuel cost vs Hyundai Elantra 26 MPG · $1,788/yr Focus saves $66/yr vs Oldsmobile Alero 27 MPG · $1,722/yr Same fuel cost vs Chevrolet Cavalier 27 MPG · $1,722/yr Same fuel cost vs Pontiac Sunfire 27 MPG · $1,722/yr Same fuel cost vs Kia Spectra 25 MPG · $1,860/yr Focus saves $138/yr vs Pontiac Vibe 28 MPG · $1,661/yr Vibe saves $62/yr vs Toyota Matrix 28 MPG · $1,661/yr Matrix saves $62/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2004 Ford Focus?

Up to 27 MPG combined (24 city / 32 highway); ratings range from 21 to 27 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2004 Ford Focus use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2004 Ford Focus?

The 2004 Ford Focus's fuel average is 11.5 km/L (8.7 L/100 km), or 27 MPG combined: 10.2 km/L in the city and 13.6 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2004 Ford Focus per year?

About $1,722 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $11.48 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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