2011 Ford Focus problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: What is the 2011 Ford Focus safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2011 Ford Focus crash-test ratings of rollover 4★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

Q: What gas mileage does the 2011 Ford Focus get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2011 Ford Focus at about 29 mpg combined (25 city / 34 highway).

Q: How much is a 2011 Ford Focus worth?

Comparable 2011 Ford Focus listings run roughly $3,700–$9,100, typically around $6,798 (from 218 vehicles).

2011 Ford Focus at a glance

Safety recallsNone

Owner complaints113

Combined29 mpg

Typical price$6,798

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2011 Ford Focus recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2011 Ford Focus.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2011 Ford Focus common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 113 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Steering

Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

Power Train

Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

Latches/locks/linkages

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

Structure

Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

Wheels

Inspect wheels for bends, cracks and curb rash, and feel for vibration at highway speed.

Suspension

Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.

2011 Ford Focus safety ratings

Rollover★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2011 Ford Focus 4 DR FWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2011 Ford Focus MPG & running costs

Combined29 mpg

City25 mpg

Highway34 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$2,150

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2011 Ford Focus worth?

Low

$3,700

Typical price

$6,798

High

$9,100

From 218 comparable 2011 Ford Focus listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2011 Ford Focus costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$10,750

Depreciation (5 yrs)$4,250

Total$15,000

Per mile$0.20

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($6,798) with the same model 5 model-years older ($2,571), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.