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Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh

Years of Production
When the car first came out and when they stopped making it
2013 - 2015
In 2017 this car was replaced by: Ford Focus Electric 33 kWh

Trims

Discontinued
23 kWh 33 kWh

Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh

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Technical Specifications of Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh

General Info

Years of Production
When the car first came out and when they stopped making it
2013 - 2015
Country of Manufacture
Country where final assembly of the car took place.
Germany, USA
Current Status
Announced (planned), Pre-order (reservations open), Produced (on sale), Discontinued (no longer made)
Discontinued
Body Style
Refers to the car's shape & design (sedan, SUV, hatchback)
Hatchback Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh

Range and Efficiency

Range EPA
Estimated range on a full battery according to official EPA ratings (USA)
76 mi
Range NEDC
Range according to NEDC ratings. NEDC is an old standard, replaced by WLTP after September 2018.
101 mi
Efficiency
Energy consumption per distance driven. Lower figures indicate better efficiency.
kWh/100 mi
Wh/mi
25.8 kWh 258 Wh

Battery and Charging

Battery Capacity
Nominal: total amount of energy the car’s battery can hold. Usable: actual amount of energy you can access.
Nominal
Usable
23 kWh 19.6 kWh
Max Charging Power
Max electric power the car can accept for charging, determined by its on-board charger (AC) and battery (DC)
AC
DC
6.6 kW
Charge Port
The car's charge port type. It affects charging speed and station compatibility.
Type 1 (J1772)
Type 1 (J1772) charge port

Performance

Drive Type
Which wheels are powered (all, rear, or front) by the electric motor(s)
FWD
Engine
Torque: pulling force of the engine. Power: how quickly it can turn the wheels with that force.
Power
Torque
143 hp (107 kW) 184 lb-ft
0-60 mph
Acceleration time from 0 to 60 mph (USA) or 0 to 100 km/h (Europe)
11.4 s
Top Speed
The fastest the car can go (maximum speed)
84 mph
0.00 s
00 mph

Dimensions

Length
Car's body length (front to back bumper)
171.6 in
Width
Car's body width including or excluding side mirrors
with Mirrors
w/o Mirrors
71.8 in 71.8 in
Height
Car's body height (from ground to highest point)
57.7 in
Wheelbase
Distance between centers of front and rear wheels (affects ride and handling)
104.3 in

Cargo and Towing

Number of Seats
Total passenger capacity of the car (including driver)
5
Curb Weight
Car's weight without passengers or cargo
3624 lb
Cargo Volume
Trunk: cargo capacity (rear seats up).
Max: cargo capacity (rear seats folded).
Frunk: cargo capacity in the front hood.
Trunk
Max
Frunk
8.4 ft3 39.7 ft3 No Data
Towing Capacity
Maximum weight the car can tow safely with a trailer that has its own brakes
No Data
Last Updated:
March 10, 2024
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How Far Can You Go in Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh

The map shows how far you can go with a fully-charged battery:
  • Light green area: Round-trip
  • Dark green area: One-way
For the most accurate results, please allow the widget to use your location.

Charging Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh

Home and Office (AC) Charging

NEMA 5-15

Socket specs
Socket specs
120 V, 15 A, 1-phase
Socket output
Socket output
1.8 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
07 h 16 min (~6 mph)

NEMA 5-20

Socket specs
Socket specs
120 V, 20 A, 1-phase
Socket output
Socket output
2.4 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
05 h 27 min (~8 mph)

NEMA 6-20

Socket specs
Socket specs
240 V, 20 A, 1-phase
Socket output
Socket output
4.8 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
02 h 43 min (~17 mph)

NEMA 14-30

Socket specs
Socket specs
240 V, 30 A, 1-phase
Socket output
Socket output
7.2 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
01 h 59 min (~23 mph)
Charging power is limited by the car’s on-board charger (6.6 kW)

NEMA 14-50

Socket specs
Socket specs
240 V, 50 A, 1-phase
Socket output
Socket output
12 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
01 h 59 min (~23 mph)
Charging power is limited by the car’s on-board charger (6.6 kW)

NEMA 6-50

Socket specs
Socket specs
240 V, 50 A, 1-phase
Socket output
Socket output
12 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
01 h 59 min (~23 mph)
Charging power is limited by the car’s on-board charger (6.6 kW)
Last Updated:
March 10, 2024
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About Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh

The Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh is an all-electric front-wheel drive hatchback. It came out in 2013. Ford stopped making the 23 kWh in 2015 and replaced it with the Ford Focus Electric 33 kWh.

The Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh has a 23 kWh battery pack, allowing it to travel up to 76 mi on a single charge. The car has an average efficiency of 25.8 kWh per 100 miles (or 258 Wh/mile) — ranked №561 out of 586 electric vehicles.

Frequently Asked Questions

How fast is Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh

The Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh achieves a 0 to 60 mph acceleration in 11.4 seconds (placing it at â„–492 among 586 electric vehicles) and attains a maximum speed of 84 mph.

Its powertrain provides a power output of up to 107 kW (143 hp) and a torque of 184 lb-ft.

Real-world range of Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh

The estimated real-world range for Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh falls between 68–84 miles, ranking it №561 out of 586 electric vehicles. Several conditions can influence this range:

  • Speed: The battery drains faster at higher speeds.
  • Temperature: Extreme temperatures can impact range.
  • Terrain: Range is reduced on hilly or mountainous terrain.
  • Driving style: Aggressive driving behaviors, such as frequent acceleration and braking, decrease efficiency.
  • Feature utilization: Climate control and media system usage also affect range.

These figures are approximations, and your actual driving range may vary. When planning trips, consider these factors and be prepared for potential charging stops.

For trip planning assistance, utilize the EV Navigation interactive map.

Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh charge port type?

The Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh in the USA comes with a Type 1 (J1772) charging port. It can be charged at home using a standard domestic socket or at any public AC charging station with the compatible cable. It's important to note that the car's on-board charger (inverter) limits the maximum AC charging rate to 6.6 kW, resulting in approximately 23 miles of range added per hour of charging.

The car doesn't support DC charging

Use our Charging calculator to estimate charging time, rate, and cost.

Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh dimensions and weight?

Here are the dimensions and weight for the Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh:

  • Length: 171.6 in
  • Width: 71.8 in (including side mirrors) or 71.8 in (excluding side mirrors)
  • Height: 57.7 in
  • Wheelbase: 104.3 in (distance between the center of the front and rear wheels)
  • Curb weight: 3624 lbs (weight of the empty car, no people or cargo)
Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh cargo capacity?

Behind the rear seats of the Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh, you'll find 8.4 cubic feet of storage space (ranked â„–522 out of 586 electric vehicles).

Folding down the rear seats expands the total cargo capacity to 39.7 cubic feet (ranked â„–370 out of 586 electric vehicles).

The car doesn’t have a “frunk” (front trunk).

Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh towing capacity?
The car isn’t officially rated for towing.

Ratings

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0-60 mph
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EPA
NEDC
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0-60 mph
Torque
Power
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  2. 184 lb-ft 0% BMW i3 BEV 120 Ah
  3. 184 lb-ft 0% BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah
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