Used Ford Focus for Sale nearAnkeny, IA

How much does the Ford Focus cost in today's market?

Used Ford Focus prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Ford Focus's current nationwide average price is $7,709, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $7,646 over the past year. Recently, prices have come down for the 2017 and 2018 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Ford Focus a good car?

Yes — the Ford Focus earns strong marks from owners across the lineup, with praise centered on its fun driving experience, easy handling, great fuel economy, and modern features. The all-generations owner rating is 4.3/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners also repeatedly highlight its value for money, stylish design, and comfortable daily-driving character. Expert reviews rate the 2014 and 2016 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs that show up in expert feedback are interior space, transmission behavior, and the way some base models deliver less power than shoppers may want.

26.3% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Ford Focus models reliable?

Owners consistently praise the Ford Focus for its smooth ride, sporty handling, and strong fuel economy, and expert feedback reinforces its refined, practical character. Across the model years, it comes across as a car that delivers everyday usability with a polished driving feel.

• Owners rate the Ford Focus between 4 and 4.6 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is most tied to transmission-related concerns, so a careful test drive and service-history review are smart steps.

What should I look for when buying a used Ford Focus?

Across all model years, at 61.6% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: backup camera with virtual guidelines, available parking sensors
• Infotainment: Ford Sync voice-control system with Bluetooth-paired smartphone access
• Fuel efficiency: 27 mpg city/40 highway/31 combined; 28/40/32 combined; 42 mpg highway

Which Ford Focus trim should I buy?

The 2016 Ford Focus offers these trims:

• S: The entry trim uses the 2.0-liter engine and a 5-speed manual, with the 6-speed automatic available. It suits you if you want the most affordable path into the lineup.
• SE: This trim adds the available 1.0-liter EcoBoost engine and is the best-value trim for many shoppers, especially if you want a balance of price, features, and efficiency.
• Titanium: This trim adds the 6-speed automatic as standard equipment and sits at the top of the mainstream lineup for shoppers who want the most upscale Focus experience.
• Electric: This trim adds a 76-mile range and is the choice for buyers focused on electric driving.
• ST: This performance trim adds a 6-speed manual and 252 hp on tap for drivers who want the sportiest Focus.
• RS: This trim adds a turbocharged 2.3-liter engine with 350 horsepower and full-time all-wheel-drive for the most performance-focused buyers.

What Ford Focus do most buyers choose?

The Ford Focus years with the most listings are 2015, 2017, and 2016.

The highest-volume years tend to attract more shoppers because they offer a wider selection of prices, trims, and configurations. That usually makes it easier to compare options and find a match that fits your budget and feature priorities.

What is the Ford Focus's resale value?

Most Ford Focus model years are moving lower year over year, which can work in your favor if you want a used car with softer pricing. One model year is essentially flat, while the rest show declines that range from modest to more noticeable.

The 2016 model year is holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2016, 2014, and 2017 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Ford Focus safe?

• 2016: 7/10
• 2015: 7/10
• 2014: 9/10

For the safest used buy, the 2014 model posts the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used Ford Focus now?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2017 model is at −5.16% versus a year ago, and the 2015 model is at −7.13%.
• Deal availability: The 2017 model has 28% good and great deals, and the 2015 model has 26.6%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2015 model has the most listings at a current average price of $7,429. The Ford Focus offers a fun, easygoing driving character that makes it a practical daily driver with broad appeal.

If you're buying used today, the 2015 model year offers the best mix of value and availability.

How does the 2016 Ford Focus compare to the 2016 Honda Civic?

Our experts score the 2016 Ford Focus 7.3/10 and the 2016 Honda Civic 8/10. The Focus gives you a lower average used price and more listings, while the Civic asks more but brings stronger fuel economy and a higher expert score. The Focus also has a higher accident-free share in the data, which may matter if you want a broader pool of used examples to choose from.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 21, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.