How much is a 2023 Ford FocusDiesel worth in Ireland?

The median asking price for a 2023 Ford FocusDiesel on the Irish used-car market is around €25,950, based on 17 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2023 Ford Focus depreciate per year?

A Ford Focus loses roughly 12.6% of its value per year on the Irish used-car market based on Carintel.ie's regression across active listings.

Is it cheaper to import a 2023 Ford Focus from Northern Ireland?

It depends on spec, mileage and CO2. Carintel.ie compares ROI median prices against Northern Ireland listings' landed cost, including VRT, NOx levy and registration fees, so you can see the saving at a glance on this page.

What are the running costs of a 2023 Ford FocusDiesel?

This page estimates annual running costs for a 2023 Ford FocusDiesel using WLTP consumption data, current Irish fuel and electricity prices, and Irish motor tax bands.

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Trim:ST-Line · 4 ST-Line Vignale · 1 ST-Line X · 1 Titanium · 1 Unknown · 1

Gearbox:All Manual · 7 Automatic · 1

Source:ROI All NI

Market Intelligence

Ford Focus2023

Diesel

€26,900ROI listing median

23 days avg on market · Low data confidence

Normal DemandLimited Data

Listing price range

€24k – €28k

middle 50% of listings

Listings

ROI active now

Updated 15h ago · ROI · Low confidence

Expected price

Est. trade-in

Avg mileage

77k km

typical 80k km

Days listed

23d

avg on market · demand 64/100

Price drops

29.4%

5 of 17 ads, avg €1,001 reduction

AI Market Summary

Median mileage sits 17k km above Irish average for this age—typical for diesel Focus buyers doing longer commutes, but verify service history and DPF regeneration cycles before purchase.
Strong price uptick (+19.5% year-on-year) reflects broad diesel demand; however, at €26k–€30k, this car commands premium relative to petrol equivalents—ensure fuel savings justify the outlay over your ownership period.
EcoBlue diesel prone to injector carbon deposits from 80k km onwards; request full service records and consider pre-purchase diagnostic scan focusing on injector condition and DPF health.
Inspect DPF warning light status and recent driving patterns—if mostly city/short trips, blockage risk rises sharply; long motorway runs are essential for this engine's longevity.
PowerShift dual-clutch judder less common post-2020, but if transmission feels hesitant in slow traffic, walk away or negotiate heavily for gearbox inspection.

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Analysis & Insights

Price Analysis Costs Import Recalls & Info

Vehicle specification

Manufacturer WLTP data

Power

118 bhp

125 PS

Torque

300 Nm

221 lb·ft

0–62 mph

10.3s

121 mph top

Engine

1.5L

1500 cc

Boot space

273L

1250L folded

Seats

5 doors

Fuel economy & emissions

Combined

71.05 mpg

4.05 L/100km

Urban

36.2 mpg

Extra urban

42.8 mpg

CO₂

93 g/km

EURO 6

Fuel tank

47L

Dimensions

Length

4.38m

4380 mm

Width

1.82m

Height

1.45m

Wheelbase

2.70m

Kerb weight

1,341 kg

1,903 kg gross

Safety & ownership

Euro NCAP

★★★★★

Adult 85% · Child 87%

Insurance

Group 13E

Warranty

3 years

60,000 miles

Reliability & Safety Recalls

Ford Focus 2023

Reliability

4/5

The 2023 Ford Focus diesel is a competent compact car with a proven 1.5L EcoBlue engine that offers good fuel economy and low CO2 emissions. Reliability is solid for the modern Ford lineup, though some electrical gremlins and dual-clutch gearbox concerns have affected older generations. This current generation (2018+) is more robust, making it a sensible choice for fuel-conscious buyers seeking dependable daily transport.

Known issues

Dual-clutch automatic (PowerShift) judder and shuddering on low-speed driving or city traffic—primarily affects pre-2020 models, but sporadic reports continue
EcoBlue diesel engines occasionally suffer from injector carbon deposits around 80k–120k miles, requiring cleaning or replacement (€400–€800)
DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) blockage if driven mostly in short city cycles without sufficient heat to regenerate; can cost €600–€1,200 to replace
Electrical gremlins including infotainment system freezing, Sync 3 navigation glitches, and occasional instrument cluster flickering
Turbocharger bearing wear reported in some higher-mileage examples (120k+ km), though not common for 2023; potential €1,500–€2,500 replacement
Rear door electric window motors failure in damp Irish climate; replacement motor and labour ~€300–€400

Good for

Excellent real-world fuel economy (45–52 mpg observed in mixed driving with diesel)
Low road tax and CO2 emissions (around 115–120 g/km) make it attractive for company car users
Spacious, practical interior with good boot volume (375 litres) and comfortable seating for five
Nimble handling and tight turning circle ideal for tight Irish car parks and country roads

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