Which is better: 2018 Ford Focus or 2016 Honda CR-Z?

It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2018 Ford Focus vs 2016 Honda CR-Z on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.

Which costs less: 2018 Ford Focus or 2016 Honda CR-Z?

Based on starting MSRP, the 2018 Ford Focus starts lower at $17,950. Live Ford Focus listings start at $6,423.

Which has better startingMsrp: 2018 Ford Focus or 2016 Honda CR-Z?

The 2018 Ford Focus leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (17,950).

Which has better combinedMpg: 2018 Ford Focus or 2016 Honda CR-Z?

The 2016 Honda CR-Z leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (36).

Which has better electricRangeMi: 2018 Ford Focus or 2016 Honda CR-Z?

The 2018 Ford Focus leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (115).

Which has better horsepower: 2018 Ford Focus or 2016 Honda CR-Z?

The 2018 Ford Focus leads on horsepower in this comparison (350).

Which has better seats: 2018 Ford Focus or 2016 Honda CR-Z?

The 2018 Ford Focus leads on seats in this comparison (5).

How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2018 Ford Focus vs 2016 Honda CR-Z?

NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Ford Focus (5/5 NHTSA overall); Honda CR-Z (4/5 NHTSA overall).

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Ford Focus vs Honda CR-Z

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

2018 Ford Focus

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2016 Honda CR-Z

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Overview

Spec	Ford FocusS	Honda CR-ZLX
Selected trim	S	LX
Body style	Sedan	Hatchback
Drivetrain	front wheel drive	front wheel drive
Fuel type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
Transmission	5-speed manual	6-speed manual
Engine type	gas	mild hybrid
Model year	2018	2016

Pricing & market

Spec	Ford FocusS	Honda CR-ZLX
MSRP	$17,950 (best)	$20,295
Lowest listing price	$6,423 (best)	—
Median listing price	$8,860 (best)	—
Highest listing price	$15,717 (best)	—
For sale now	5 (best)	0

Fuel economy & range

Spec	Ford FocusS	Honda CR-ZLX
Combined MPG	28 MPG	33 MPG (best)
City MPG	25 MPG	31 MPG (best)
Highway MPG	34 MPG	37 MPG (best)
Fuel tank	12.4 gal (best)	10.6 gal

Performance

Spec	Ford FocusS	Honda CR-ZLX
Horsepower	160 hp (best)	130 hp
Torque	146 lb-ft (best)	140 lb-ft
Engine size	2 L (best)	1.5 L
Cylinders	I4	I4

Size & capability

Spec	Ford FocusS	Honda CR-ZLX
Seating	5 seats (best)	2 seats
Doors	4 (best)	3
Cargo volume	13.2 cu ft	25.1 cu ft (best)
Curb weight	2,928 lbs	2,648 lbs (best)
Wheelbase	104.3 in (best)	95.9 in
Length	178.7 in (best)	161.5 in
Width	71.8 in (best)	68.5 in
Height	57.8 in (best)	54.9 in

Safety & recalls

Spec	Ford FocusS	Honda CR-ZLX
NHTSA overall	5 / 5 ★ (best)	4 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (driver)	5 / 5 ★ (best)	4 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)	4 / 5 ★ (best)	3 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)	5 / 5 ★ (best)	3 / 5 ★
Side crash (passenger)	5 / 5 ★ (best)	—
Side pole	5 / 5 ★	5 / 5 ★
Rollover	4 / 5 ★	5 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)	7	None reported (best)

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

Trim	Ford Focus	Honda CR-Z
1	S $17,950 MSRP(Currently comparing)	LX $20,295 MSRP(Currently comparing)
2	SE $19,245 MSRP	LX $20,945 MSRP
3	SE $20,540 MSRP	EX $22,140 MSRP
4	SEL $21,870 MSRP	EX $22,790 MSRP
5	SEL $22,070 MSRP	EX-L $24,440 MSRP
6	Titanium $24,270 MSRP	EX-L $25,090 MSRP
7	Titanium $24,470 MSRP	—
8	ST $25,170 MSRP	—
9	Electric $29,120 MSRP	—
10	RS $41,120 MSRP	—

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