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Ford Focus vs Hyundai Ioniq

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

Vehicles

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2018 Ford Focus

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2022 Hyundai Ioniq

Overview

SpecFord FocusSHyundai IoniqBlue
Selected trimSBlue
Body styleSedanHatchback
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission5-speed manual6-speed automated manual
Engine typegashybrid
Model year20182022

Pricing & market

SpecFord FocusSHyundai IoniqBlue
MSRP$17,950 (best)$23,600
Lowest listing price$6,423 (best)
Median listing price$9,856 (best)
Highest listing price$15,717 (best)
For sale now4 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecFord FocusSHyundai IoniqBlue
Combined MPG28 MPG59 MPG (best)
City MPG25 MPG58 MPG (best)
Highway MPG34 MPG60 MPG (best)
Fuel tank12.4 gal (best)11.9 gal

Performance

SpecFord FocusSHyundai IoniqBlue
Horsepower160 hp (best)139 hp
Torque146 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2 L (best)1.6 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecFord FocusSHyundai IoniqBlue
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors45 (best)
Cargo volume13.2 cu ft26.5 cu ft (best)
Payload939 lbs (best)
Curb weight2,928 lbs (best)2,996 lbs
Ground clearance5.3 in (best)
Wheelbase104.3 in106.3 in (best)
Length178.7 in (best)176 in
Width71.8 in (best)71.7 in
Height57.8 in (best)56.9 in

Safety & recalls

SpecFord FocusSHyundai IoniqBlue
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side pole5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Rollover4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)7None 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.

TrimFord FocusHyundai Ioniq
1

S

$17,950 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Blue

$23,600 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

SE

$19,245 MSRP

SE

$25,550 MSRP

3

SE

$20,540 MSRP

SE

$26,800 MSRP

4

SEL

$21,870 MSRP

SEL

$28,800 MSRP

5

SEL

$22,070 MSRP

SEL

$29,800 MSRP

6

Titanium

$24,270 MSRP

Limited

$31,600 MSRP

7

Titanium

$24,470 MSRP

Limited

$33,250 MSRP

8

ST

$25,170 MSRP

9

Electric

$29,120 MSRP

10

RS

$41,120 MSRP

Live inventory

Ford Focus vs Hyundai Ioniq FAQ

Which is better: 2018 Ford Focus or 2022 Hyundai Ioniq?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2018 Ford Focus vs 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 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 2022 Hyundai Ioniq?
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 2022 Hyundai Ioniq?
The 2018 Ford Focus leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (17,950).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2018 Ford Focus or 2022 Hyundai Ioniq?
The 2022 Hyundai Ioniq leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (59).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2018 Ford Focus or 2022 Hyundai Ioniq?
The 2018 Ford Focus leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (115).
Which has better horsepower: 2018 Ford Focus or 2022 Hyundai Ioniq?
The 2018 Ford Focus leads on horsepower in this comparison (350).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2018 Ford Focus vs 2022 Hyundai Ioniq?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Ford Focus (5/5 NHTSA overall); Hyundai Ioniq (5/5 NHTSA overall).