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Ford Focus Mk3 Bulb Sizes (2011–2018)

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Quick answer: the Ford Focus Mk3 uses H7 for the low beam and H1 for the high beam on halogen headlights, and H11 for the fog lights. Some versions differ – see the table below.

Looking for the right headlight bulb for your Ford Focus Mk3 (2011–2018)? Below you will find the bulb sizes for the low beam, high beam, fog lights and parking lights, for both halogen and xenon headlights.

This guide covers: 1.0 EcoBoost, 1.5, 1.6, 1.6 TDCi, 2.0, 2.0 TDCi, ST, RS · Hatchback, Estate, Saloon · pre-facelift and facelift (2014).

Ford Focus Mk3 bulb sizes

European cars, halogen (2011–2014)

  • Low beam: H7

  • High beam: H1

  • Fog lights: H11

  • Parking / position lights: W5W (T10)

European cars, halogen facelift (2014–2018)

  • Low beam: H7

  • High beam: H15 (high beam + DRL)

  • Fog lights: H11 – check your bulb

  • Parking / position lights: check your bulb

European cars, xenon

  • Low beam: D3S

  • High beam: H7 (2011–2014) / D3S bi-xenon (2014–2018)

  • Fog lights: H11

  • Parking / position lights: W5W (T10)

US cars, halogen (2012–2018)

  • Low beam: H11

  • High beam: H1

  • Fog lights: H11

  • Parking / position lights: 168 / 194 – check your bulb

Good to know

  • European and US cars use different low beam bulbs: H7 in Europe, H11 in the US.

  • The 2014 facelift changed the European halogen high beam from H1 to H15 (high beam + daytime light).

  • Xenon cars use D3S.

LightsUp LED bulbs for the Ford Focus Mk3

Magic App Control LED bulbs for Ford Focus Mk3 – H7 LED headlight bulbs

Why upgrade to LED?

  • Much brighter, clean white light (around 6000K) instead of yellow halogen.

  • Instant full brightness and a much longer life than halogen bulbs.

  • Plug-and-play: the same base as your original H7 bulb, no cutting or wiring changes.

  • Built-in CAN bus on our App Control bulbs – no dashboard warnings on most cars.

Xenon headlights? Swap to LED

Xenon to LED bulbs for the Ford Focus Mk3

If your Ford Focus Mk3 has xenon headlights, our Xenon to LED bulbs replace the D3S bulb directly – no ballast changes needed.

FAQ

What bulb does the Ford Focus Mk3 use for the low beam?

European cars, halogen (2011–2014): H7; European cars, halogen facelift (2014–2018): H7; European cars, xenon: D3S; US cars, halogen (2012–2018): H11.

Can I fit LED bulbs in my Ford Focus Mk3?

Yes. LightsUp sells plug & play LED bulbs in the sizes this car uses (H7, H1, H11, D3S). Check the code printed on your current bulb before ordering.

Check before you order

Headlights can differ by market (EU/US), trim, xenon or halogen, or because a previous owner fitted different lights. Please check the code printed on the base of your current bulb before ordering. Not sure? Send us a photo of your bulb to info@lightsup.pro and we will confirm the right size for you.

Other car? Use our Bulb Finder – pick your make, model and year and see the right bulbs in seconds.

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