Ford Focus Hatchback (USA) 2.0 i 16V SVT (172 hp)

Gasoline engine with 172 hp (127 kW) and 145 lb-ft (196 Nm), built 2002–2004, hatchback body, front-wheel drive. It is the most powerful gasoline version of the generation.

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Power172 hp (127 kW)
Torque145 lb-ft (196 Nm)
0–62 mph7.4 s
Top speed135 mph (217 km/h)
FuelGasoline

Specifications

Engine

Engine version2.0 i 16V SVT (172 hp)
Displacement2.0 L (1,988 cm³)
Cylinders4
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Transverse
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel systemMulti-point indirect injection
Compression ratio10-2
Bore84.8 mm
Stroke88 mm

Performance

Power172 hp (127 kW) @ 7000 rpm
Torque145 lb-ft (196 Nm) @ 5500 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)7.4 s
Top speed135 mph (217 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelGasoline
City21 mpg (11.2 l/100 km)
Fuel tank13.2 gal (50 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleHatchback
Doors5
Length168.1 in (4,270 mm)
Width66.9 in (1,699 mm)
Height56.3 in (1,430 mm)
Curb weight2,800 lb (1,270 kg)
Cargo volume18.6 cu ft (527 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveFront-wheel drive
Gears6
SteeringHydraulic power steering
Front suspensionCoil spring
Rear suspensionStabilizer bar
Tires215/45 R17
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on a Ford Focus with this engine

  • On a gasoline engine, check the oil consumption, the timing chain or belt and, on turbo engines, the turbocharger.
  • Test the clutch or the automatic transmission from a cold start and in the low gears.
  • Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.

Other Ford Focus Hatchback (USA) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
2.0 i 16V ZX3 (131 hp)Gasoline131 hp (96 kW)
2.0 i 16V ZX5 (131 hp)Gasoline131 hp (96 kW)
2.0 i LX (110 hp)Gasoline110 hp (81 kW)

← All Ford Focus Hatchback (USA) engines

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