“It's great until the weather favors in. Great gas mileage, but tank is way too small. Gets you from A to B. Go extremely slow when in the snow.”
2014 Ford Focus: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2014 Ford Focus is a light carryover update, led by Bluetooth becoming standard on the SE trim. Otherwise, the gas and electric models return without meaningful powertrain, styling, safety, or structural changes.
About the 2014 Ford Focus
3rd generation (2012-2018), pre-refresh year just before the 2015 mid-cycle update.
Ford pitches the Focus as a compact car that mixes fuel economy with genuinely engaging road manners. The core appeal is simple: it is a small sedan or hatchback that feels more responsive and upscale than many mainstream rivals, while still serving daily commuting duty. In this generation, Ford also stretched the model range wider than most compact cars by offering a basic commuter trim, better-equipped comfort trims, a hot-hatch ST, and a fully electric version.
The S is the simple commuter sedan, while the SE is the better-equipped everyday trim with alloy wheels, cruise control, and Bluetooth. Titanium adds leather-trimmed heated seats and an 8-inch touchscreen, while the Electric pairs a hatchback body with a 107-kW motor, heated front seats, and EV-specific navigation screens.
What changed, by category
Tech
Bluetooth phone and audio streaming became standard on the SE trim rather than optional.
2014 Ford Focus specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Flex Fuel, 2.0L / 4-Cyl, PZEV, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Flex Fuel, 2.0L / 4-Cyl, PZEV, 2.0 Liter | AC Electric Motor | 4-Cyl, Flex Fuel, 2.0L / 4-Cyl, PZEV, 2.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Auto, 6-Spd Powershift | Auto, 6-Spd Pwr/SelShift / Auto, 6-Spd Powershift | Automatic, 1-Spd | Auto, 6-Spd Pwr/SelShift |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Flexible Fuel / Gas | Flexible Fuel / Gas | Electric | Flexible Fuel / Gas |
| MPG City | 26–27 mpg | 26–27 mpg | 26–27 mpg | |
| MPG Highway | 37 mpg | 37 mpg | 37 mpg | |
| Horsepower | 159–160 hp | 159–160 hp | 143 hp | 159–160 hp |
| Torque | 146 lb-ft | 146 lb-ft | 184 lb-ft | 146 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 13.2 cu-ft | 13.2 cu-ft | 13.2 cu-ft | |
| Rear Legroom | 33.2 in | 33.2 in | 33.2 in | 33.2 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Electric Range | 76 | |||
| MPGe Combined | 105 | |||
| 4-Wheel Disc Brakes | ||||
| Alarm System | ||||
| Automatic Headlights | ||||
| Cruise Control | ||||
| Parental Control System | ||||
| Park Assist | ||||
| Rear Parking Sensors | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| Fog Lights | ||||
| HID Headlights | ||||
| Heated Mirrors | ||||
| LED Tail Lights | ||||
| Power Moonroof | ||||
| Rear Spoiler | ||||
| Bluetooth | ||||
| Navigation System | ||||
| Premium Audio | ||||
| SD Card Slot | ||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||
| Subwoofer | ||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||||
| Video Input | ||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||
| Interior Ambient Lighting | ||||
| Leather Seats | ||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||||
| Power Driver Seat | ||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||
| Remote Start | ||||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2014 Ford Focus compared with the 2013 model?
Bluetooth became standard on the 2014 Focus SE. Beyond that equipment change, the lineup carried over without meaningful powertrain, styling, safety, technology-interface, or structural updates.
Is the 2014 Ford Focus a redesigned model?
No. The 2014 Focus is a carryover model from the third generation introduced for 2012, and it retains the pre-refresh styling and cabin used before the larger 2015 update.
Does the 2014 Ford Focus have the updated styling from the 2015 model?
No. The 2014 Focus uses the earlier exterior and interior design; the more substantial styling and cabin refresh arrived for 2015.
Did the 2014 Ford Focus Electric receive any major updates?
No. The 2014 Focus Electric carried over without meaningful updates, retaining its 107-kW electric motor, 23-kWh battery, 6.6-kW charging hardware, and 8-inch touchscreen navigation.
Did the 2014 Ford Focus receive any major engine or safety changes?
No. The 2.0-liter gas powertrain and the Focus Electric powertrain continued without meaningful changes, and no new safety hardware became standard across the full lineup.
2014 Ford Focus Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2014 Ford Focus.
3.8
2014 Ford Focus
(217 reviews)
“Never buy a Ford! I didn't realize they all have transmission problems until I took it in for maintenance and they said, "Nothing is wrong, this is just how Fords are." It really sucks.”
“A Ford Focus is a great investment for anyone who needs a sedan type vehicle. It gets great gas mileage and can fit several people inside if you need to have passengers. The trunk also has plenty of space for groceries and other items. It's a great car choice for both single people and those in relationships/marriages.”