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2010 Ford Focus SE Coupe

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2010 Ford Focus – front Unverified
Photo: 2011 Ford Focus SE, front right, 02-17-2023 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the second generation (North America) (2008–2011); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
  1. Photo: 2011 Ford Focus SE, front right, 02-17-2023 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  2. Photo: 2009 Ford Focus SES Sedan in Sangria Red Metallic, Front Left, 06-15-2023 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  3. Photo: Ford Focus NA Gen. II Coupe IMG 6058 by Alexander Migl, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  4. Photo: 2011 Ford Focus SE, rear right, 02-17-2023 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  5. Photo: 2009FordFocusSES(coupe)Dashboard by Porsche997SBS, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons

The 2010 Ford Focus SE Coupe is a 140-hp 2.0-liter inline-4 coupe with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $17,170 MSRP and is rated at 28 mpg combined.

It makes 140 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 136 lb-ft of torque at 4250 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 24 mpg city and 35 mpg highway (28 mpg combined).

The Focus measures 175.0 inches long on a 102.9-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,623 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeCoupe
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$17,170 ($25,586 *)
MSRP with Destination$17,865 ($26,621 *)
Destination Charge$695
Engine
Engine Type2.0L I4
Displacement2 L
Horsepower140 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque136 lb-ft @ 4250 rpm
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
Transmission5-speed manual
Fuel Economy
City24 MPG
Highway35 MPG
Combined28 MPG
Tank Capacity13.5 gal
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front15.0 in
Wheels Rear15.0 in
Tires FrontP195/60R15
Tires RearP195/60R15
Dimensions & Weight
Length175 in
Width67.8 in
Height58.6 in
Wheelbase102.9 in
Curb Weight2,623 lbs
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

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Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Frontal – driver ★★★★★
Frontal – passenger ★★★★★
Side crash Not rated
Rollover Not rated
Tested variant: 2010 Ford Focus 2-DR. Hatchback w/SAB
Other tested variants (1)
  • 2010 Ford Focus 4-DR. w/SAB: overall not rated

Recalls

No recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2010 Ford FOCUS.

287 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2010 Ford FOCUS

Owner Complaints

287 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2010 Ford FOCUS (22 mention a crash, 4 a fire, 16 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Vehicle Speed Control50
Power Train45
Electrical System43
Engine42
Latches/Locks/Linkages31
Unknown Or Other26
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Jun 29, 2026 · Power Train
“The contact owns a 2010 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while leaving the parking lot and attempting to shift into reverse(R), the gear shifter failed to respond. There was no warning light…”
Jan 28, 2025 · Steering, Suspension, Structure
“Multiple mechanics working at and including but not limited to: Firestone, discount tires, Midas, Walmart, independent mechanics have informed me the rear wheels can not be realigned with the front…”
Jul 1, 2024 · Service Brakes, Engine Crash 2 injuries
“On June 22 myself and my wife were pulling out of the Food Lion Parking Lot. As we proceeded out to the main Road the gas pedal stuck. The car kept accelerating and know matter what I did I could free…”
Jun 14, 2024 · Engine Crash
“The contact owns a 2010 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the RMP increased and revved causing the vehicle to crash into an unoccupied vehicle. No warning…”
Apr 11, 2024 · Air Bags
“The contact owns a 2010 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while driving at slow speeds, the air bag warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the air bag was flopping around. The vehicle…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2010 FORD FOCUS. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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