2019 Ford Focus Spied Testing on the Ice
We have seen this Ford Focus prototype before, but now it’s out playing in the snow.
The next-generation Ford Focus looks to be wider and longer than its predecessor, which should result in more interior and cargo space. Although the Ford Focus RS helped the hatchback gain some attention in recent years, the regular Focus still has stiff competition in the compact hatchback segment with the Volkswagen Golf seemingly dominating the market. Look for the fourth-generation model to gain some ground as a more mature model when it’s revealed sometime early 2018.
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The prototype is still heavily camouflaged, so it’s hard to pick out all the details. Expect it to weigh less and be more aerodynamic to improve fuel efficiency while hybrid and fully electric versions are likely. We should also see the same three-cylinder EcoBoost engine used on the Focus ST along with larger, more powerful engines to fill the lineup.
All eyes will be on Ford to see if it will create a successor to the RS, or if it will be content with just another Ford Focus ST.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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