Ford Focus Towing Capacity (2011 - 2012)

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Last Updated 2023-04-01

Ford Focus Towing Capacity Overview

The Ford Focus towing capacity of 1,000 lbs across all years and trims.

Various factors such as trim level, engine configuration, and drivetrain do not significantly affect the towing capacity of the Ford Focus.

Ford Focus Towing Capacities
Year	Trim	Towing Capacity	Engine	Drivetrain / Transmission	Horsepower / Torque
2012	SE	1,000 lbs	2.0L I4 GDI FLEX FUEL	FWD / 5 Spd Manual	160 HP / 146 ft/lbs
2012	SEL	1,000 lbs	2.0L I4 GDI FLEX FUEL	FWD / 6 Spd Powershift Auto	160 HP / 146 ft/lbs
2012	Titanium	1,000 lbs	2.0L I4 GDI FLEX FUEL	FWD / 6 Spd Powershift Auto	160 HP / 146 ft/lbs
2012	S	1,000 lbs	2.0L I4 GDI FLEX FUEL	FWD / 5 Spd Manual	160 HP / 146 ft/lbs
2011	S	1,000 lbs	2.0L I4 DOHC 16-Valve Duratec	FWD / 5 Spd Manual	140 HP / 136 ft/lbs
2011	SE	1,000 lbs	2.0L I4 DOHC 16-Valve Duratec	FWD / 5 Spd Manual	140 HP / 136 ft/lbs
2011	SEL	1,000 lbs	2.0L I4 DOHC 16-Valve Duratec	FWD / 4 Spd Auto	140 HP / 136 ft/lbs
2011	SES	1,000 lbs	2.0L I4 DOHC 16-Valve Duratec	FWD / 5 Spd Manual	140 HP / 136 ft/lbs

A Ford Focus RS at the LA Auto Show on Nov 18, 2015 in LA, California.

Check out the Towing Capacity specifications for other makes and models.

All towing capacities are braked capacities. This means that the trailer being towed has a braking system installed to assist with the vehicle's own braking. The towing capacities for trailers without brakes will be much less.

Confirm all towing capacities with the owner's manual.

a fishing boat and trailer usually weighs between 900 lbs. to 6,000 lbs.
a tent trailer typically weighs between 1,000 lbs. to 1,500 lbs.
a fifth-wheel travel trailer averages between 12,000 lbs. to 15,000 lbs.

2012 Ford Focus Towing Capacity Data

The 2012 Ford Focus towing capacity is 1,000 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2012 Ford Focus Towing Capacities
Trim	Towing Capacity	Engine	Drivetrain / Transmission	Horsepower / Torque
SE	1,000 lbs	2.0L I4 GDI FLEX FUEL	FWD / 5 Spd Manual	160 HP / 146 ft/lbs
SEL	1,000 lbs	2.0L I4 GDI FLEX FUEL	FWD / 6 Spd Powershift Auto	160 HP / 146 ft/lbs
Titanium	1,000 lbs	2.0L I4 GDI FLEX FUEL	FWD / 6 Spd Powershift Auto	160 HP / 146 ft/lbs
S	1,000 lbs	2.0L I4 GDI FLEX FUEL	FWD / 5 Spd Manual	160 HP / 146 ft/lbs

2011 Ford Focus Towing Capacity Data

The 2011 Ford Focus towing capacity is 1,000 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2011 Ford Focus Towing Capacities
Trim	Towing Capacity	Engine	Drivetrain / Transmission	Horsepower / Torque
S	1,000 lbs	2.0L I4 DOHC 16-Valve Duratec	FWD / 5 Spd Manual	140 HP / 136 ft/lbs
SE	1,000 lbs	2.0L I4 DOHC 16-Valve Duratec	FWD / 5 Spd Manual	140 HP / 136 ft/lbs
SEL	1,000 lbs	2.0L I4 DOHC 16-Valve Duratec	FWD / 4 Spd Auto	140 HP / 136 ft/lbs
SES	1,000 lbs	2.0L I4 DOHC 16-Valve Duratec	FWD / 5 Spd Manual	140 HP / 136 ft/lbs