The Ford Focus has stood out over time as a vehicle that is fun to drive, practical, and extremely stylish. Its European roots come through in its fun-to-drive demeanor, and a selection of models allows buyers to choose from “mild to wild.” Despite all of these accolades, there remains one unavoidable issue that the latest generation of Ford Focus (2011-2018) suffers from: perpetual transmission problems. On paper, Ford’s PowerShift transmission is an incredibly advanced design for something available in a basic compact car.

Source: Pixabay The Ford Focus never reached the height of some of its competitors like the Toyota Corolla or the Honda Civic, but it was still a stylish, fun-to-drive car offered as either a sedan or a hatchback that plenty of drivers have fond memories of. Sadly, with Ford transitioning over to a more SUV and truck-based brand, the Focus has fallen out of the lineup in America since the 2018 model year.

The Ford Focus is a solid option for buying used cars. This sporty yet budget-friendly hatchback is a popular choice for first-time car buyers/owners. Although the Ford Focus is a best-seller, it has its fair share of reliability issues. Ford is no stranger to reliability issues, and based on available data, the Focus is easily its most problematic lineup. GET A CURATED LIST OF THE BEST FORD FOCUS LISTINGS The CoPilot app is the best way to find a Ford Focus for sale.

2017 Ford Focus RS Hatchback by EurovisionNim — CC BY-SA 4.0 While Ford has been producing some great SUV and truck offerings lately, they have unfortunately halted several lines of smaller cars, including the popular Focus. Nowadays, the smallest Fords you can find are both under the Mustang badge: the classic Mustang coupe and the Mach-E hatchback. But if you are looking for a Ford that doesn’t break the bank at the dealership or at the pump, you can still find a wide variety of used Focuses from the 2015 to 2018 model years.

The Ford Focus remains a favorite for those looking for a sporty compact car. These-budget friendly vehicles offer practical benefits while being easy to drive. While popular among the masses, these vehicles aren’t without their issues. Similar to other Ford products of the era, the 2018 Ford Focus commonly has transmission problems. Among the most common issues with the Focus are transmission troubles that range from shifting to tremors that may affect the way your car drives and could leave you on the side of the road.