Focus

The new Focus has a unique Active Grille Shutter system. The grille vent is always open to keep the engine cool at lower speeds, but it will automatically close when you pick up speed. This improves aerodynamics, which can increase fuel economy by up to 0.8% on the New European Driving Cycle (NEDC). Over time, it makes a big difference. (Optional as part of a pack).

Lane Departure Warning alerts you before you drift out of lane by vibrating your steering wheel. The level of vibration can be adjusted to three levels of sensitivity and a visual alert pops up on your driver information cluster. A welcome and timely nudge to correct your lane drift. (Optional as part of pack)

If you're slow to react or don’t respond to the Lane Departure Warning, Lane Keeping Aid will apply steering input to help make sure you stay in the correct lane. It's good to know the new Focus is looking out for you. (Optional as part of pack)

Driver Alert is designed to constantly monitor your driving behaviour and detect any deviation caused by driver fatigue. A warning icon then appears in the display suggesting you take a break. Exactly the kind of reminder you need, especially if you're driving alone. (Optional as part of pack)

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is a class exclusive enhanced speed control system that monitors the road ahead using a radar sensor for an even more relaxed drive. Like cruise control, ACC allows you to select and maintain the speed you wish to drive.

However, if the system detects a vehicle ahead of you, it will slow your car to ensure a pre-set distance between your cars. Once the road in front of you is clear again, it will revert to your chosen speed which can be set from 24kph to 185 kph*. It also features class exclusive Forward Alert, a monitoring system which warns you if you get too close to the vehicle in front of you. (Optional as part of pack)

* Where legally permitted. Please note that ACC will not prevent collisions with stationary objects and is only available with TDCi variants.

Using radar sensors, the Blind Spot Information System is designed to see things that you might not – vehicles hidden in your blind spots. If the sensor detects a car in your blind spot, it alerts you with an orange light in your door mirror to let you know what's coming. Door mirrors have never been so sophisticated and safety-conscious. (Optional as part of pack).

Renowned for its great driving dynamics, the new Focus harnesses the latest driving technologies, so you feel more connected to the road. It delivers more grip, effortless control and ultra-precise handling when you're cornering or braking. Driving the new Focus is the part of the day that you'll look forward to.

Torque Vectoring Control reacts to the road 100 times per second. The system then uses this information to repeatedly balance the amount of power between the two front wheels. Fitted as standard, this technology maximises grip and increases the dynamic capabilities of the new Focus, while helping you gracefully negotiate curves and undulations in the road. (Standard).

One of the reasons why the Focus has such renowned handling capabilities is the Control Blade rear suspension. Its retuned set-up of the multi-link suspension system delivers an improved ride, more responsiveness and ultra-precise feedback from the road, plus you'll enjoy a slightly quieter ride too. Poised, accomplished handling that every driver will find addictive. (Standard).

By intelligently controlling the car's alternator, Smart Regenerative Charging charges the battery at the most economical point. For instance, it converts braking force into electrical energy to help recharge the battery while you're on the move. Another ingenious way that the technologies in the new Focus work in harmony together. (Standard).