2008 Ford Focus

The 2008 Ford Focus is a small Car. When it was new, prices in Australia started around $36,990.

There is 1 variant of the Focus available in Australia and this generation went on sale in mid-2008.

The 2008 Focus was offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.

The Ford Focus is only available with a petrol engine that produces 166kW and 320Nm of torque. All variants feature front-wheel drive.

Retail Price: $36,990^†

Transmission: 6-speed manual

Driven Wheels: Front

Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded

Body Types: Hatchback

Powertrain Type: Combustion

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Retail Price: $36,990^†

Transmission: 6-speed manual

Driven Wheels: Front

Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded

Body Types: Hatchback

Powertrain Type: Combustion

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2008 Ford Focus

Features & Specs

Powertrain & Performance

Engine specs, power, and efficiency

Handling & Mechanics

Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality

Towing & Off-road Capacity

Strength, stability, and off-road performance

Exterior & Dimensions

Design, size, and presence on the road

Interior

Comfort, tech, and convenience inside

Technology

Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features

Safety & Security

Protection, prevention, and alerts

Cost of Ownership

Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind

2008 Ford Focus

Available Variants

The Ford Focus comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being XR5 and the most expensive being XR5.

XR5

Price from $36,990^†

2008 Ford Focus

News

Every car discontinued in 2022

Every car discontinued in 2022

3 Years Ago

Future Fords to be 'more American', Focus getting the axe

Future Fords to be 'more American', Focus getting the axe

3 Years Ago

Ford Fiesta ST and Focus ST axed from Australian line-up

Ford Fiesta ST and Focus ST axed from Australian line-up

4 Years Ago

Ford Focus' future in doubt beyond 2025

Ford Focus' future in doubt beyond 2025

4 Years Ago

Ford Focus production to be reduced - report

Ford Focus production to be reduced - report

4 Years Ago

Ford Fiesta and Focus recalled

Ford Fiesta and Focus recalled

4 Years Ago

Ford Focus ST-3 delivered to customers without advertised features

Ford Focus ST-3 delivered to customers without advertised features

4 Years Ago

2022 Ford Focus ST delayed, won't use smaller screen

2022 Ford Focus ST delayed, won't use smaller screen

4 Years Ago

2022 Ford Focus ST could lose big touchscreen due to Ukraine invasion

2022 Ford Focus ST could lose big touchscreen due to Ukraine invasion

4 Years Ago

2022 Ford Focus ST price and specs

2022 Ford Focus ST price and specs

4 Years Ago

Every car discontinued in 2022

William Stopford

Every car discontinued in 2022

This year, we said goodbye to some thrifty hybrids, hot hatchbacks, cute drop-tops, and some budget-friendly fare.

3 Years Ago

Future Fords to be 'more American', Focus getting the axe

William Stopford

Future Fords to be 'more American', Focus getting the axe

European Focus production is ending as Ford pivots to a more SUV-centric line-up with more American styling and potentially higher margins.

3 Years Ago

Ford Fiesta ST and Focus ST axed from Australian line-up

Mike Costello

Ford Fiesta ST and Focus ST axed from Australian line-up

Two of the best hot hatches money can buy are being retired from Australian showrooms, as stock shortages bite and Ford focuses on volume.

4 Years Ago

Every car discontinued in 2022

William Stopford

Every car discontinued in 2022

This year, we said goodbye to some thrifty hybrids, hot hatchbacks, cute drop-tops, and some budget-friendly fare.

3 Years Ago

Future Fords to be 'more American', Focus getting the axe

William Stopford

Future Fords to be 'more American', Focus getting the axe

European Focus production is ending as Ford pivots to a more SUV-centric line-up with more American styling and potentially higher margins.

3 Years Ago

Ford Fiesta ST and Focus ST axed from Australian line-up

Mike Costello

Ford Fiesta ST and Focus ST axed from Australian line-up

Two of the best hot hatches money can buy are being retired from Australian showrooms, as stock shortages bite and Ford focuses on volume.

4 Years Ago

Ford Focus' future in doubt beyond 2025

Ford Focus' future in doubt beyond 2025

4 Years Ago

Ford Focus production to be reduced - report

Ford Focus production to be reduced - report

4 Years Ago

Ford Fiesta and Focus recalled

Ford Fiesta and Focus recalled

4 Years Ago

Ford Focus ST-3 delivered to customers without advertised features

Ford Focus ST-3 delivered to customers without advertised features

4 Years Ago

2022 Ford Focus ST delayed, won't use smaller screen

2022 Ford Focus ST delayed, won't use smaller screen

4 Years Ago

2022 Ford Focus ST could lose big touchscreen due to Ukraine invasion

2022 Ford Focus ST could lose big touchscreen due to Ukraine invasion

4 Years Ago

2022 Ford Focus ST price and specs

2022 Ford Focus ST price and specs

4 Years Ago

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Power to Weight

121.52 kW/t

60.37 kW/t

146.84 kW/t

Boot Space

362 litres

290 litres

485 litres

Fuel Efficiency

9.3 L/100km

4.6 L/100km

10.7 L/100km

Vehicle Range

591 km

591 km

Price

$36,990

$18,990

$66,990

Warranty (Years)

3 years

3 years

5 years

Warranty (Distance)

100,000 km

100,000 km

Unlimited

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2008 Ford Focus

Historical Information

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2008 Ford Focus

Dimensions

4,357 mm

1,840 mm

1,447 mm

The dimensions shown above are for the base model.

Specification	Measurement
Overall Length	4,357 mm
Overall Width	1,840 mm
Overall Height	1,447 mm
Wheelbase	2,640 mm
Turning Circle	11,700 mm
Load Capacity	524 mm

Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

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2008 Ford Focus

Frequently Asked Questions

The cheapest Ford Focus is the XR5 variant that starts from $36,990.

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The most expensive Ford Focus is the XR5 variant that starts from $36,990.

See all Ford Focus Pricing

The largest Ford Focus is the XR5 variant which measures 1840mm wide, 4357mm in length and sits 1447mm tall.

The most powerful Ford Focus is the XR5 variant which has 166kW of power and 320nm of torque.

The Ford Focus is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.

The heaviest Ford Focus is the XR5 variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 1890 kg.

The Ford Focus uses Premium Unleaded Petrol.

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