The 2008 Ford Focus offered several engine options depending on region; in North America, the standard engine was a 2.0-liter Duratec inline-four with an optional 2.3-liter Duratec, while European models came with a range of petrol and diesel engines (1.4–2.0-liter petrol engines and 1.6–2.0-liter TDCi diesel engines).
Engine options by market
Below are the primary engine choices you could find on a 2008 Focus, broken down by region.
- North America: 2.0-liter Duratec inline-four (gasoline) as standard; optional 2.3-liter Duratec inline-four (gasoline) on some trims.
The following list details alternate regional options that were available in 2008 Focus models, reflecting the wider European market and other regions.
- Europe and other markets: multiple petrol and diesel options, including:
- Petrol: 1.4-, 1.6-, and 2.0-liter inline-four engines
- Diesel: 1.6-, 1.8-, and 2.0-liter TDCi (common-rail) engines
In North America, the engine lineup was more limited compared with Europe, with emphasis on the 2.0-liter petrol engine; in Europe, Ford offered a broader selection to meet varying emissions and performance requirements.
Summary
In short, a 2008 Ford Focus could be equipped with a 2.0-liter Duratec gasoline engine in North America, with an optional 2.3-liter Duratec on some trims, while European models were offered a broader mix of petrol and diesel engines ranging from about 1.4 to 2.0 liters in displacement.