What happened to the Ford Focus?

The Ford Focus, one of Britain's most popular cars for the past three decades, has been discontinued after 27 years of production. Ford has halted production of the Focus as part of its accelerated shift to electric vehicles.

When did Ford stop making the Focus?

Ford stopped making the Focus on November 15, 2025, with the last version of the hatchback rolling off the assembly line in Germany. The Focus had been in production since 1998.

What will replace the Ford Focus?

Ford plans to replace the Focus with new electric SUV models, including the Explorer and Capri, which are based on Volkswagen's MEB architecture. The company is also expected to introduce a new mid-sized crossover in 2027 as a direct replacement for the Focus.

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Ford Halts Production of Iconic Focus Hatchback After 27 Years

17 Nov

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Summary

Ford Focus production ends after 27 years and over 12 million global sales
Focus was Britain's second most common car, now to be replaced by electric SUVs
Ford's shift to EVs leads to discontinuation of popular combustion-engine models

Ford Halts Production of Iconic Focus Hatchback After 27 Years

In a significant shift for the automotive industry, Ford has officially discontinued production of the Ford Focus, one of Britain's most beloved cars over the past three decades. The last version of the Focus rolled off the German assembly line on November 15, 2025, marking the end of a 27-year production run for the popular hatchback.

The Focus had amassed over 12 million global sales since its debut in 1998, making it the second most common car on British roads. However, as Ford accelerates its transition to electric vehicles, the company has been forced to cull some of its most recognizable combustion-engine models, including the Focus and the Fiesta, which was discontinued just two years ago.