Ford announced an enormous loss today for the 2nd quarter. The loss was larger than expected at $8.7B. Ford also announced that it is accelerating the move to small cars by stating that a total of 6 small vehicles form Europe would be manufactured in the Americas for our market.
Only 3 of the vehicles were named: Fiesta, Focus, and Transit and these three had already all been announced. Two of the remaining three will probably be crossovers, and the third is speculated to be the Mondeo. However, the Mondeo overlaps with the Fusion/Milan/MKZ/Mazda6 - so how Ford will work this needless duplication remains to be seen. Note that the Fusion/Milan/MKZ will be slightly updated for 2010 (model year 2009 is abbreviated) with enhanced engines and a hybrid powerplant for the first time, but this work is just a stopgap until a revised Mondeo-based car goes worldwide.
Past examples of European Fords brought to North America were all de-contented from their European counterparts. The European Mondeo for example, was an up-market product in Europe but was de-contented for North America as the Ford Contour and Mercury Mystique. Now that small cars are important again, will Ford provide the wide range of up-market options and accessories that Europeans expect - options that would in fact make these cars desirable to North American buyers and profitable to Ford? And will we see the performance versions of the Focus offered here - the ST and RS?
I'm also glad to see that the new Explorer has been moved up as well. The Explorer has done well on it's all-independent and thoroughly modern suspension and is certainly a better product than it's counterparts from GM or Chrysler. However, it's original mission - literally a vehicle to explorer urban byways and highways, has been compromised by the increased size and weight of the platform in recent years. Here's hoping that the new Explorer breaks new ground while returning to it's original mission. Note that the Expedition and Navigator will move to the Explorer plant... perhaps those vehicles will be downsized to the current Explorer platform? They are certainly pointlessly large as they stand now, and in fact have been so even before the current fuel price crisis.
Note the references to advanced technology below:
Direct Injection: Ford is very much behind the curve here compared to European imports or GM, and especially for use on naturally aspirated engines. Note Mazda's recent announcements where DI was said to be planned for their entire range of engines by 2012 - and within the overall Ford organization they are responsible for all small 4 cylinder engines. This is a clue that we should see this by 2012 in all 4 cylinder engines up to 2.5 liters in size - unless it's treated as a premium feature and is only offered as such.
Twin Independent Variable Cam Timing - having cam timing independently adjustable on both intake and exhaust is important for both emissions and economy. This is one thing missing on Ford's new 3.5/3.7 liter V-6 engine, and it shows against the competition. With horsepower of only 265/270 (3.5/3.7) against GM's 3.6 engine with 300/306 (Camaro/Cadillac) the new Ford engine isn't competitive. Revised cylinder heads, valvetrains, and Direct Injection would provide more competitive power while also improving economy and emissions thru efficiencies.
PowerShift transmission - this a double-clutch "automated" manual. It's already offered in Europe. Look top Ford to use more off-the-shelf transmissions like this in the longer term.
Finally you'll note that mention is indeed made of new Mercury products including a small car that is implied to be unique to Mercury. Could this be a new Capri, built off the Focus chassis?
Ford Press Release follows.
FORD ACCELERATES TRANSFORMATION PLAN WITH SMALL CAR OFFENSIVE, MANUFACTURING REALIGNMENT
Ford adding new fuel-efficient small cars and crossovers to North American product lineup
Six European small vehicles coming to North America from global B-car and C-car platforms
Three large truck and SUV plants converting to small cars; retooling begins this December
Ford, Lincoln and Mercury lineup to be almost completely upgraded by end of 2010
Ford plans to be the best or among the best in fuel economy with every new product in its segment
Hybrid vehicle production and lineup to double in 2009
Capacity for North American four-cylinder engines to double by 2011
Ford, Lincoln and Mercury confirmed in company’s North American brand portfolio
DEARBORN, Mich., July 24, 2008 – Ford Motor Company [NYSE: F] today announced a significant acceleration of its transformation plan with the addition of several new fuel-efficient small vehicles in North America and a realignment of its North American manufacturing.
The actions represent a considerable shift in Ford’s North American product plans and investments toward smaller vehicles and fuel-efficient powertrains in both the near- and mid-term in line with rapid changes in customer buying preferences.
In addition to bringing six small vehicles to North America from the company’s acclaimed European lineup, Ford is accelerating the introduction of fuel-efficient EcoBoost and all-new four-cylinder engines, boosting hybrid production and converting three existing truck and SUV plants for small car production, beginning this December.
“We continue to take fast and decisive action implementing our plan and responding to the rapidly changing business environment,” said Ford President and CEO Alan Mulally. “Ford is moving aggressively using our global product strengths to introduce additional smaller vehicles in North America and to provide outstanding fuel economy with every new product.”
Mulally said the company is more focused than ever on its transformation plan, which calls for:
Aggressively restructuring to operate profitably at the current demand and changing model mix
Accelerating the development of new products that customers want and value
Financing the plan and improving the balance sheet
Working together effectively as one team, leveraging Ford’s global assets
“The progress we have made in working together to create a ‘One Ford’ global enterprise during the past two years gives us a unique competitive advantage in today’s environment,” Mulally said. “We are in a stronger position than ever to leverage Ford’s global assets to address the North American business environment. We also are building on the past few years of progress in continuously improving our quality, reducing our cost structure and introducing strong new products.”
Aggressively Restructuring Ford will convert three existing North American truck and SUV plants for small car production, with the first conversion beginning this December.
The moves are in addition to Ford’s announcements in May and June that it is reducing its North American production plans for large trucks and SUVs for the remainder of 2008, as well as increasing production of smaller cars and crossovers.
“We are transforming Ford’s North American manufacturing operations into a lean, flexible system that is fully competitive with the best in the business,” said Mark Fields, Ford president of The Americas. “We remain committed to matching our capacity with real consumer demand, and we are equipping nearly all of our assembly plants with flexible body shops, ensuring we can respond quickly to changing consumer tastes.
“In addition, we are adding four-cylinder engine capacity to meet the growing consumer demand, while expanding production of our new EcoBoost engines, six-speed transmissions and other fuel-saving technologies,” Fields said.
Among the manufacturing realignment actions:
Michigan Truck Plant in Wayne, Mich., which currently builds the Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator full-size SUVs, will be converted beginning this December to production of small cars derived from Ford’s global C-car platform in 2010.
Production of the Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator will be moved to the Kentucky Truck Plant in Louisville, Ky., early next year.
Cuautitlan Assembly Plant in Mexico, which currently produces F-Series pickups, will be converted to begin production of the new Fiesta small car for North America in early 2010.
Louisville (Ky.) Assembly Plant, which builds the Ford Explorer mid-size SUV, will be converted to produce small vehicles from Ford’s global C-car platform beginning in 2011.
Twin Cities (Minn.) Assembly Plant – which was scheduled to close in 2009 – will continue production of the Ford Ranger through 2011 to meet consumer demand for the compact pickup.
As previously announced, Kansas City Assembly Plant this year will add a third crew to its small utility line for the Ford Escape, Escape Hybrid and Mercury Mariner and Mariner Hybrid.
In tandem with the realignments, Ford will continue to offer targeted hourly buyouts at its U.S. plants and facilities, working with the UAW to secure competitive employment levels. Ford also said it remains on track to reduce salaried-related costs by 15 percent in North America by Aug. 1.
Ford North America still expects to reduce annual operating costs by $5 billion by the end of 2008 – at constant volume, mix and exchange, and excluding special items – compared with 2005. In addition, the company said it plans to continue to reduce structural costs beyond 2008.
The company also confirmed Ford, Lincoln and Mercury will remain in its North American brand portfolio. Ford said it will work with its dealers to broaden and accelerate its dealer consolidations, which will result in a dealer network that reflects the changing industry size and model mix.
Ford also updated its current North American planning assumptions, which include:
U.S. economic recovery to begin by early 2010
U.S. industry sales to return to trend levels as the economy returns to health
Product mix changes are permanent, but some recovery will occur from the current share-of-industry for full-size pickups – though not back to levels experienced previously – as the economy and housing sector recover
Oil prices to remain volatile and high
No near-term relief from current level of commodity prices
About 14 percent U.S. market share for Ford, Lincoln and Mercury brands
Accelerating New Products Ford is adding several new North American products in the near- and mid-term, and shifting from a primary emphasis on large trucks and SUVs to smaller and more fuel-efficient vehicles. By the end of 2010, two-thirds of spending will be on cars and crossovers – up from one-half today.
“We are accelerating the development of the new products customers want and value,” Mulally said. “We sell some of the best vehicles in the world in our profitable European and Asian operations, and we will bring many of them to North America on top of our already aggressive product plans.”
The new products include six European small vehicles to be introduced in North America by the end of 2012. Ford’s acclaimed European products are set apart by their world-class driving dynamics, exciting design and outstanding quality.
“While we have no intention of giving up our longtime truck leadership, we are creating a new Ford in North America on a foundation of small, fuel-efficient cars and crossovers that will set new standards for quality, fuel economy, product features and refinement,” Fields said.
The Ford, Lincoln, Mercury line will be almost completely upgraded by the end of 2010, including:
2009 Ford F-150, on sale in late fall with the most capability, most choice and most smart features of any full-size pickup, and with more than a 7 percent fuel economy improvement
2010 Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan, Lincoln MKZ sedans, on sale in early 2009, with Fusion’s and Milan’s four-cylinder fuel economy expected to top Honda Accord and Toyota Camry
2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid and Mercury Milan Hybrid, beginning production late this year and on sale in early 2009 – with fuel economy expected to top the Toyota Camry hybrid
New Ford Mustang – coupe, convertible, and glass-roof models – in early 2009
New Ford Taurus sedan – with EcoBoost engine and even more advanced safety and convenience technologies – in mid-2009
New European Transit Connect small multi-purpose van in mid-2009
New Lincoln seven-passenger crossover – with EcoBoost engine – in mid-2009
New European Ford Fiesta, in both four- and five-door versions, in early 2010
New European Ford Focus, in both four- and five-door versions, in 2010
New Mercury small car in 2010
New European small vehicle that will be a “whitespace” entry in North America in 2010
Next-generation Ford Explorer – with unibody construction, EcoBoost, six-speed, weight savings and improved aerodynamics for up to 25 percent better fuel economy – in 2010
With every new product, Ford expects to be the best or among the best for fuel economy. This is aided by one of the most extensive powertrain upgrades ever for Ford. By the end of 2010, nearly all of Ford’s North American engines will be upgraded or replaced. In addition, within two years, nearly all of Ford’s North American lineup will offer fuel-saving six-speed automatic transmissions.
The improvements build on several Ford fuel economy leaders today, such as:
2009 Ford Flex, which is the most fuel-efficient standard seven-passenger vehicle on the market, topping the 2009 Honda Pilot
2009 Ford Focus, with highway fuel economy of up to 35 mpg – better than the smaller 2008 Honda Fit and 2009 Nissan Versa SL and a key reason Focus retail sales are up 50 percent
2009 Escape, with a new 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine and six-speed transmission delivering best-in-class highway fuel economy of 28 mpg – ahead of Toyota RAV4 and Honda CR-V
2009 Ford Escape Hybrid, delivering 34 mpg in the city and 31 mpg on the highway, making it the most fuel-efficient utility vehicle available
Coming in 2009 are the first applications of Ford’s new EcoBoost engines. EcoBoost uses gasoline turbocharged direct-injection technology for up to 20 percent better fuel economy, up to 15 percent fewer CO2 emissions and superior driving performance versus larger-displacement engines.
EcoBoost V-6 engines will be introduced on several vehicles next year, beginning with the Lincoln MKS and Ford Taurus sedans, and Ford Flex crossover. Four-cylinder EcoBoost engines will debut in 2010 in both North America and Europe. Ford will offer EcoBoost on more than 80 percent of its North American lineup by the end of 2012.
Ford also plans to double capacity for North American four-cylinder engines to more than 1 million units by 2011, to meet the consumer trend toward downsized engines for fuel economy. The smaller engines will deliver significant fuel savings.
In addition, Ford plans to double its hybrid volume and offerings next year – and is looking to expand further going forward. Production of the all-new 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid and Mercury Milan Hybrid begins in December – with fuel economy expected to top the Toyota Camry hybrid.
With these new models, the Ford Escape Hybrid – now in its fifth year of production – and the Mercury Mariner Hybrid, Ford will offer four hybrid vehicles. That will make Ford the largest domestic producer of full hybrid vehicles in North America, second only to Toyota in sales volume.
Ford also is introducing six-speeds with PowerShift that offers the fuel economy of a manual transmission and convenience of an automatic; start-stop engines that shut off when the vehicle stops; electric power steering; direct injection, and Twin Independent Variable Cam Timing engines. These technologies will be progressively introduced within the North American lineup by 2012.
“One Ford” Driving Ford’s product transformation is the company’s “One Ford” global product development vision, which will deliver more vehicles worldwide from fewer core platforms, further reduce costs and allow for the increased use of common parts and systems.
In the next five years, Ford will build more than 1 million vehicles a year worldwide off its global B-car platform and nearly 2 million units worldwide off its global C-car platform.
“Ford is investing most where consumer growth is taking place – and that’s in highly fuel-efficient global small cars,” said Derrick Kuzak, Ford group vice president of Global Product Development. “One of every four vehicles in the world today is a ‘C’ or Ford Focus-sized vehicle, and we expect the segment to grow more than 20 percent to 6 million units in North America and 25 million worldwide by 2012. We see similar strong growth in the B-segment, where the Fiesta competes.”
With Ford’s global product development plan, all of the company’s vehicles competing in global segments will be common in North America, Europe and Asia within five years. In addition to B- and C-sized small cars, the company’s Fusion- and Mondeo-sized C/D cars and utilities will be common globally. The same will be true for commercial vans.
Ford said it is uniquely positioned to take advantage of its scale, already acclaimed global products and the strength of the Ford brand around the world to respond to the current changing marketplace and to begin to grow profitably. The company said its success in growing market share and profits with smaller, more fuel-efficient vehicles in Europe is now the template around the world.
“We remain absolutely committed to creating an exciting, viable Ford going forward – and to transforming Ford into a lean global enterprise delivering profitable growth over the long term,” Mulally said. “We continue to make progress on every element of our transformation plan, and we are taking decisive steps in the near term to ensure our long-term success.” Risk Factors
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Continued decline in market share;
Continued or increased price competition resulting from industry overcapacity, currency fluctuations or other factors;
An increase in or acceleration of market shift away from sales of trucks, sport utility vehicles, or other more profitable vehicles, particularly in the United States;
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Lower-than-anticipated market acceptance of new or existing products;
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Changes in interest rates;
Collection and servicing problems related to finance receivables and net investment in operating leases;
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Ford has a rich heritage of performance Foci, Escorts, and other small Fords in Europe. With the new Ford Focus coming to North America in late 2010 (MY 2011), it's a natural question to ask about performance models. The Focus ST is roughly equivalent to a Subaru WRX or Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliant - except it doesn't have all-wheel drive. The Focus RS is somewhere above that - lots of horsepower but still no all wheel drive - and therefore still under the Evo or STI in overall capabilities.
The upcoming Focus RS has only officially been shown in the following picture. However, lots of pictures can be found of it being tested at Nurburgring.
Only time will tell if we'll get one or both of these in North America... certification and component costs would be very high for small volume, but they would serve to nicely showcase the new Focus.
FORD CONFIRMS NEW HIGH PERFORMANCE FOCUS RS IS ON THE WAY
COLOGNE, December 17, 2007 – Ford of Europe is confirming its plan to deliver an exciting all-new, high performance Focus RS model for launch in 2009. A design image released by the company today hints at the exciting direction the new model is taking.
The new Focus RS will be based on the dynamic new Focus ST. It will be developed by Ford Team RS, a specialist team led by Jost Capito who, as previously announced, is being appointed to the new role as Vehicle Line Director for Ford of Europe Performance Vehicles from January 1, 2008.
"With two consecutive Manufacturers' World Rally Championship titles under our belt, the time is right to create a new Focus RS," said John Fleming, Ford of Europe's President and CEO. "With the Fiesta and Focus ST models, Jost and his team have proved already that they can deliver exciting and practical performance road cars. The success of these models, combined with Jost's experience in motorsport and Ford of Europe's positive business results, mean that we now have a credible business case for a no-compromise Focus RS roadcar for more enthusiastic drivers."
The basic concept for a new Focus RS has been under development within Ford Team RS under Capito's leadership for some months already. Now that the programme has been given the 'green light', Capito and his team will be concentrating fully on this programme.
"We have reviewed our technical options and worked closely with the Design team on how the car might look, and I'm very excited by the results," said Jost Capito, "Now with the programme going ahead, the hard work really starts as the small team working on the project takes the car from prototype to production."
Stay Tuned Ford of Europe will not reveal any of the technical details of the new Focus RS until closer to launch in 2009. The company plans to show a concept version of the car publicly for the first time in mid-2008.
"We will use the redesigned 2008 Focus ST as the base for a no-compromise RS model that will become the ultimate road-going Focus," Capito added. "Just as the Focus RS WRC owns the rally circuit, we want the new Focus RS to own the road, so we have the major competitors in our sights as we develop the car's performance, design, handling and braking."
"We're not ready to confirm any of the technical details of the new Focus RS yet - Jost and his team have a lot to do to finalise the exact specification and styling," said Fleming. "But make no mistake, I can assure you that ultimately, the car we plan to launch will be worthy of wearing the coveted Ford RS badge."
It's way to early to determine the specification of the European Focus that wil be built here for the North American market... but the specifications of the new 2008 European Focus illustrate what some of the options would be. You can see that there is a wide variety of 4 and 5 cylinder petrol and diesel engines available for Ford planners to choose from. Ford has already said a 6-speed transmission and direct injection will be available for us.
Preliminary Technical Specifications – November 2007
PETROL ENGINES
Engine type
1.4l Duratec
1.6l Duratec 1
1.6l Duratec Ti-VCT
1.8l Duratec 2
2.0l Duratec 1,3
2.5l Duratec ST
Power
kW
PS
59
80
74
100
85
115
92
125
107
145
166
225
Emission level
Euro4
Euro4
Euro4
Euro4
Euro4
Euro4
1 also available with automatic transmission 2 also available as 'Flexifuel' version, capable of using Bio-Ethanol/Fuel blends up to E85 (85% Bio-Ethanol) 3 also available as CNG and LPG versions
DIESEL ENGINES
Engine type
1.6l Duratorq TDCi
1.6l Duratorq TDCi
1.8l Duratorq TDCi
2.0l Duratorq TDCi 3
2.0l Duratorq TDCi 2
Power
kW
PS
66
90
80
109
85
115
81
110
100
136
Emission level
Euro4
Euro41
Euro4
Euro41
Euro41
1 available with Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
2 also available with Ford PowerShift transmission
3 only in combination with Ford PowerShift transmission
ENGINES
1.4l Duratec
1.6l Duratec
1.6l Duratec Ti-VCT
1.8l Duratec 1
2.0l Duratec 2
2.5l Duratec ST
Type
Inline four cylinder, transverse
Inline five cylinder, transverse
Displacement
cm³
1388
1596
1596
1798
1999
2522
Bore
mm
76.0
79.0
79.0
83.0
87.5
83.0
Stroke
mm
76.5
81.4
81.4
83.1
83.1
93.2
Compression ratio
11.0 : 1
11.0 : 1
11.0 : 1
10.8:1
10.8 : 1
9.0 : 1
Max power
PS (kW)
80 (59)
100 (74)
115 (85)
125 (92)
145 (107)
225 (166)
at rpm
5700
6000
6000
6000
6000
6000
Max torque
Nm
124
150
155
165
185
320
at rpm
3500
4000
4150
4000
4500
1600 - 4000
Valve gear
DOHC
DOHC
DOHC
DOHC
DOHC
DOHC
Valves per cylinder
4
4
4
4
4
4
Camshaft drive
Belt
Belt
Belt
Chain
Chain
Belt
Crankshaft bearings
5
5
5
5
5
6
Engine management
Siemens
Siemens
Siemens
Visteon
Visteon
Bosch
Fuel injection
Electronic fuel injection (EFI)
EFI, turbocharger
Ignition
Electronic distributor less
Emission controls
Close-coupled, closed loop, three-way catalyst with oxygen sensor
Emission level
Euro4
Euro4
Euro4
Euro4
Euro4
Euro 4
Lubrication system
Pressure-fed lubrication system with full flow oil filter
Lubrication system capacity with/without filter
l
3.8/ 3.5
4.1/ 3.75
4.1/ 3.75
4.3/ 3.9
4.3/ 3.9
6.4/ 6.1
Cooling system
Water pump with thermostat and valves
Cooling system capacity, incl. heater
l
5.5
5.8
6.0
6.5
6.3
7.1
Fuel type, grade
Unleaded petrol, 95 RON
Fuel tank capacity
l
55
1 also available as 'Flexifuel' version, capable of using Bio-Ethanol/Fuel blends up to E85 (85% Bio-Ethanol) 2 also available as CNG and LPG versions
ENGINES
1.6l Duratorq TDCi
1.6l Duratorq TDCi
1.8l Duratorq TDCi
2.0l Duratorq TDCi 1
2.0l Duratorq TDCi
Type
Inline four cylinder, transverse
Displacement
cm³
1560
1560
1753
1997
1997
Bore
mm
75.0
75.0
82.5
85.0
85.0
Stroke
mm
88.3
88.3
82.0
88.0
88.0
Compression ratio
18.3 : 1
18.3 : 1
17.0 : 1
18.3:1
18.3 : 1
Max power
PS (kW)
90 (66)
109 (80)
115 (85)
110 (81)
136 (100)
at rpm
4000
4000
3700
4000
4000
Max torque
Nm
215
240
280
265
320
at rpm
1750
1750
1900
2000
2000
Valve gear
DOHC
DOHC
SOHC
DOHC
DOHC
Valves per cylinder
4
4
2
4
4
Camshaft drive
Belt and chain
Belt and chain
Belt
Belt and chain
Belt and chain
Crankshaft bearings
5
5
5
5
5
Engine management
Bosch
Bosch
Delphi
Siemens
Siemens
Fuel injection
Common-Rail direct injection, turbocharger
Emission controls
Oxidation catalyst with EGR
Emission level
Euro4
Euro42
Euro4
Euro42
Euro42
Lubrication system
Pressure-fed lubrication system with full flow oil filter
Lubrication system capacity with/without filter
l
3.8/ 3.4
3.8/ 3.4
5.6/5.0
5.5/5.0
5.5/5.0
Cooling system
Water pump with thermostat and valves
Cooling system capacity, incl. heater
l
5.5
5.8
6.0
6.3
6.3
Fuel type, grade
Diesel
Fuel tank capacity
l
53
1 available in combination with Ford PowerShift transmission only
2 available with Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
Drive line
Drive:
Front wheel drive
Clutch:
Hydraulic-operated single plate diaphragm spring, Dual mass flywheel (not for 1.6l Duratec, 1.6l Duratec TiVCT & 1.8 Duratec HE)
Getrag Ford Duratec 5-speed (iB5): manual, fully synchronized transmission with shift cables
Getrag Ford Durashift 5-speed (MTX-75): manual synchronized transmission with shift cables
Getrag Ford Durashift 6-speed (MMT6 - Modular Manual Transmission 6-Speed): manual, fully synchronized transmission with shift cable and dual driveshaft
Getrag Ford Durashift 6-speed (M66): manual, fully synchronized transmission with shift cables
Optional electronically controlled Getrag Ford Durashift 4-Speed Automatic Transmission (FN)
Optional Getrag Ford PowerShift (MPS6): electronically controlled 6-speed double-clutch transmission with dual driveshaft and wet clutches
Type:
IB5: for 1.4l 1.6l und 1.8l Duratec HE FN-Automatic: optional for 1.6l und 2.0l Duratec MTX75: for 2.0l Duratec, 1.8l Duratorq TDCi and 1.6l Duratorq TDCi M66: for 2.5l Duratec ST MMT6: for 2.0l Duratorq TDCi MPS6-PowerShift optional for 2.0l Duratorq TDCi
Ratios:
1.4l Duratec
1.6l Duratec
1.6lDuratec Automatic
1.6l Duratec Ti-VCT
1. Gear
3.58
3.58
2.82
3.58
2. Gear
2.04
2.04
1.508
2.04
3. Gear
1.41
1.41
1.00
1.41
4. Gear
1.11
1.11
0.736
1.11
5. Gear
0.88
0.88
-
0.88
6. Gear
-
-
-
-
Reverse
3.62
3.62
2.65
3.62
Final drive
4.06
4.06
4.20
4.06
1.8l Duratec
2.0l Duratec
2.0l Duratec Automatic
2.5l Duratec ST
1. Gear
3.58
3.67
2.82
3.39
2. Gear
2.04
2.14
1.50
2.05
3. Gear
1.41
1.458
1.00
1.43
4. Gear
1.11
1.03
0.72
1.09
5. Gear
0.88
0.81
-
0.87
6. Gear
-
-
-
0.70
Reverse
3.62
3.73
2.65
2.62
Final drive
4.06
4.06
4.20
4.00
1,6l Duratorq TDCi (90 PS)
1,6l Duratorq TDCi (109 PS)
1,8l Duratorq TDCi (115 PS)
2,0l Duratorq TDCi (136 PS)
2,0l Duratorq TDCi PowerShift (110 / 136 PS)
1. Gear
3.80
3.80
3.80
3.58
3,58
2. Gear
2.05
2.05
2.05
1.95
1,95
3. Gear
1.35
1.35
1.35
1.24
1,19
4. Gear
0.92
0.92
0.92
0.87
0,84
5. Gear
0.715
0.715
0.715
0.94
0,94
6. Gear
-
-
-
0.79
0,79
Reverse
3.73
3.73
3.73
5.08
4,84
Final drive
3.41
3.41
3.41
1.-4. gear: 3.81 5.,6., Rev.: 2.77
1.-4. gear: 4.07 5,6, Rev.: 2.91
BODY STRUCTURE
Computer-optimised, high-efficiency, unitary-welded steel body incorporating rigid occupant cell and front and rear energy-absorbing crumple zones; direct-glazed windshield.
Aerodynamics:
Sedan 4-door
Sedan 3-/5-door
Wagon 5-door
cw
0.310
0.324
0.316
A
2.26
2.26
2.28
cw x A
0.70
0.73
0.72
Anti-corrosion
Multi-stage paint and body protection process, including extensive pre-coating of zinc on steel panels, optimized phosphate spray coat, electro coat primer, primer/surfacer, basecoat/clear coat topcoat system, comprehensive wax injection of cavities, PVC under body coating plus stone chip protection. Particular attention paid to sealing flanges with rust-inhibiting adhesive and thick PVC sealing beads. Front plastic wheel arch liners, rear textile wheel arch liners, plastic anti-scuff panels on rear load sill.
CHASSIS
Front axle:
Independent MacPherson struts with offset coil spring over gas filled damper units and lower L-arms with optimised front rubber bushings and rear hydro-bush mounted on separate reinforced cross-member sub-frame, anti roll bar.
Rear axle:
Fully independent multi-link Control Blade with large dampers and rebound springs. Anti-roll-bar mounted to spring link in double ball-joint. Dual path body mounts.
Sport suspension with special anti roll bars and spring/damper units, ground clearance reduced by 10 mm (front) and 8 mm (rear)
Steering:
Rack and pinion with power-assistance as standard Electro-hydraulic power-assistance (EHPAS) with 2.0l Duratec, 2.5l Duratec ST, 1.6l and 2.0l TDCi, EHPAS offers personal choice for the degree of power-assistance: standard, comfort and sport
Turns lock-to-lock: 2,9
Turning circle:
10.6 m (kerb-to-kerb)
Brakes:
Dual circuit, diagonally split, hydraulically operated front disc with rear disc brakes dependent upon engine/series. Vacuum servo assisted with electronically controlled four-channel brake distribution ABS and optimised brake assist optional, ESP available.
Brake disc dimensions (front/ventilated discs): 278 mm diameter, 25 mm thick discs 300 mm diameter, 25 mm thick discs (for 2.0l Duratec and 2.0l TDCi) 320 mm diameter, 25 mm thick discs (2.5 Duratec ST)
Brake disc dimensions (rear/solid discs): 265 mm diameter, 11 mm thick discs 280 mm diameter, 11 mm thick discs (2.0 Duratec, 2.0 Duratorq TDCi, 2.5 Duratec ST)
It's way to early to determine the specification of the European Focus that wil be built here for the North American market... but the specifications of the new 2008 European Focus illustrate what some of the options would be. You can see that there is a wide variety of 4 and 5 cylinder petrol and diesel engines available for Ford planners to choose from. Ford has already said a 6-speed transmission and direct injection will be available for us.