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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Market Intelligence

Ford Focus2023

Diesel

€25,995ROI listing median

NI import est.€26,058

ROI cheaper by ~€63

18 days avg on market · Low data confidence · VRT based on A6 (96–100 g/km) (14%), Revenue uses OMSP

High DemandMedium Confidence

Listing price range

€20k – €30k

25th to 75th percentile

Listings

ROI active now

Updated 5h ago · ROI · Low confidence

Median listing price

€25,995

private sale ~€23,437 Pricing assumptionsAssumptions· Good condition, full service history· No outstanding finance or damage· Based on ads seen in the past 30 days

Est. trade-in

€13,997 – €16,996

15–30% below private sale

Avg mileage

76k km

typical 83k km

Days listed

18d

avg on market · demand 67/100

AI Market Summary

Median mileage sits 17k km above Irish average for this age—typical for diesel Focus. Verify service history and DPF regeneration cycles before committing.
Prices up 20.5% year-on-year; market remains firm. Compare against petrol equivalents and similar-age competitors (VW Golf, Hyundai i30) to confirm value.
EcoBlue injector deposits and DPF blockage risk increase sharply at 80k+ km. Budget €400–€1,200 for potential DPF work if driven mostly urban; get pre-purchase inspection with borescope.
PowerShift dual-clutch judder less common post-2020, but test low-speed city driving (car parks, creeping traffic) thoroughly—shuddering is expensive to fix and hard to resolve permanently.
3 active recalls on file—confirm all completed with dealer before purchase; unresolved recalls affect trade-in value and NCT pass likelihood.

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Analysis & Insights

Price Analysis Costs Import Recalls & Info

Vehicle specification

Manufacturer WLTP data

Power

118 bhp

120 PS

Torque

300 Nm

221 lb·ft

0–62 mph

10s

122 mph top

Engine

1.5L

1500 cc

Boot space

316L

1250L folded

Seats

5 doors

Fuel economy & emissions

Combined

78.5 mpg

3.8 L/100km

Urban

68.9 mpg

Extra urban

80.7 mpg

CO₂

99 g/km

EURO 6

Fuel tank

47L

Dimensions

Length

4.38m

4378 mm

Width

1.82m

Height

1.45m

Wheelbase

2.70m

Safety & ownership

Euro NCAP

★★★★★

Adult 96% · Child 87%

Insurance

Group 15E

Road tax (UK)

£195

per year

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

AI-generated summary · verify with DVSA & owner forums