The mill is exclusively mated to a sporty six-speed automatic gearbox that is different from the European seven-speed dual-clutch automatic and comes with three driving modes – standard, economy and sport. Unlike the EU-spec Focus which is available with a mild-hybrid turbocharged 1.0-liter three-cylinder engine, the Chinese model gets a more powerful non-electrified 1.5-liter four-cylinder EcoBoost unit producing 178 hp (132 kW / 180 PS) and up to 270 Nm (199 lb-ft) of torque in Overboost mode. Depending on the model, we find black and blue upholstery, carbon-fibre style and suede-like trim, blue seatbelts and a perforated leather steering wheel with red stitching. Equipment includes a B&O audio system, and the Ford Co-Pilot360 ADAS suite offering Level 2 autonomous driving. Inside the cabin, we find an 8-inch digital instrument cluster and a 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen incorporating the SYNC + Zhi Mo infotainment that is developed by Ford and Baidu (different from the SYNC 4). The ST-Line is fitted with 18-inch charcoal grey alloy wheels with red brake callipers, while the S Edition comes with high-gloss black wheels alongside a black rear spoiler and a set of racing decals.
Chinese buyers do not get the Active crossover-style variant but they get the sporty ST-Line and the new S Edition inspired by the discontinued Focus RS. In terms of length, the hatchback measures 4,401 mm (173.3 inches) and the sedan measures 4,664 mm (183.6 inches) while retaining the same 2,705 mm (106.5 inches) wheelbase.
The profile remains unchanged while the rear end gains a slightly sportier diffuser with dual exhaust pipes.