$400 lower median
2012 Chevrolet Cruze
All trims
$5,595Median asking price · 344 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$4,500–$6,999
Find listings on VehiSales ↗Actual 2LS listing photo; individual equipment may differ.
↑↓
move
↵
open
esc
close
2012 Ford Focus SEL
VIN
1FAHP3M22CL229977
ABOVE TYPICAL
· $694 above typical price
Auburn, NH
Listed at
$5,995
typical market $5,301 · 62 comps
This 2012 Ford Focus SEL is listed at $5,995 with 134,080 miles in Auburn, NH.
Compare alternatives from other brands ↓
Sold by Wholesalers Unlimited
824 Londonderry Tnpk, Auburn, NH 03032
Contact details come from the dealer's listing and public business records. VinAssessment is not the seller and takes no fee — you deal with the dealer directly.
Inside your report
VIN report
2012 Ford Focus SEL
VIN 1FAHP3M22CL229977
Accidents
Reported damage & accident records
Title
Salvage, flood & other title brands
Mileage
Recorded odometer readings
Listings
Past prices, dealers & listing photos
Section preview · Results shown in the full report
Market price range
Based on 62 comparable same-build listings · Market data as of October 14, 2026This vehicle · $5,995
Below market
$3,905
Typical price
$5,301
Above market
$8,178
This vehicle: $5,995 — $694 above the typical market price ($5,301)
Asking $5,995 · typical market price $5,301 · based on 62 comparable same-build listings.
THE SMARTER NEXT STEP
Love this car? See what else is out there.
2012 Ford Focus SEL for sale near AuburnNH
6 cheaper within 50 miles · best $4,995 less
11 one trim down
from $1,000
▼ $4,995 less
Everett
See all 13 cars near you →
Compare on VehiSales ↗ · No dealer spam.
We don't sell cars and never share your details with dealers.
Cars in your search area
50 miles around Auburn
Lower price Other cars Search center
This vehicle
Dots show approximate vehicle locations.
Vehicle locations appear when available.
Price history for this VIN
Price increased $500 (+9.1%) over 3 months.
Jul 12, 2026 · $5,495
Oct 13, 2026 · $5,995
Asking prices recorded across 6 listing dates for VIN 1FAHP3M22CL229977, spanning 3 months.
Active listing
Full listing history on VehiSales →| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wholesalers Unlimited | Auburn, NH 3032 | $5,995 | 134,080 mi | 2026-07-31 | 7 h ago |
Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wholesalers Unlimited | Auburn, NH 3032 | $5,495 | 134,080 mi | 2026-08-09 | 5 d ago |
Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 1FAHP3M22CL229977Trim
SEL
Engine
Horsepower
160
Body
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Fuel
Gasoline
Doors
5
Model year
2012
Made by
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Full factory specs for this build →
- ✗ Backup camera
- ✗ Blind-spot monitor
- ✗ Lane departure
- ✗ ABS
- ✗ Electronic stability
Fuel economy (EPA)
Combined
30
MPG
City
27
MPG
Highway
36
MPG
$1,550
/yr est. fuel
Assumes 15,000 miles a year at $3.10/gallon and 30 MPG combined.
5-year cost to own
Beyond the sticker: what this 2012 Ford Focus likely costs over five years at 15,000 mi/yr.
Fuel
$7,750
Insurance
$4,335
Maintenance & repairs
$7,000
Total, 5 years
$19,085
Estimate — insurance and taxes vary by driver and state.
Safety & recalls
NHTSA crash tests & recall campaigns for this model yearThe 2012 Ford Focus has 8 recall campaigns as of September 2026. NHTSA rated it 4 out of 5 stars overall. EPA combined fuel economy: 30 MPG.
Overall
★★★★☆
4 of 5 · NHTSA
Frontal crash
★★★★☆
4 of 5 · NHTSA
Side crash
★★★★★
5 of 5 · NHTSA
Rollover
★★★★☆
4 of 5 · NHTSA
Tested configuration: 2012 Ford Focus 5 DR FWD
8 recall campaigns on this model year
Check accident & title history →
-
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINEFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Ford Focus vehicles with a 2.0L GDI or 2.0L GTDI engine.NHTSA campaign 18V735000
-
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINEFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2012 and 2017 Focus vehicles equipped with 2.0L GDI gasoline engines and 2013-2014 Focus ST vehicles equipped with 2.0L GTDI…NHTSA campaign 19V515000
-
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGESFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Ford Focus, 2013-2015 Ford Escape and Ford C-MAX, 2015 Lincoln MKC and Ford Mustang, and 2014-2016 Ford…NHTSA campaign 16V643000
Recall campaigns apply to the model year, not to one car. Check remedy status for this VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Model-level data for the 2012 Ford Focus from NHTSA (recalls, NCAP crash tests) and EPA fueleconomy.gov, refreshed September 26, 2026.
Where the price is heading
Typical asking price for a 2012 Ford Focus over the last 6 months — the market softened $100 in that span.
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| May 2026 | $5,798 |
| June 2026 | $5,495 |
| July 2026 | $5,500 |
| August 2026 | $5,859 |
| September 2026 | $5,659 |
| October 2026 | $5,698 |
A little comparison goes a long way
About this comparison ↓What else could you drive?
Compare 2012 Ford Focus with other models from the same year. Choose the trims that matter to you.
As of October 14, 2026, among same-year alternatives to the 2012 Ford Focus in this catalog, the 2012 Chevrolet Cruze has the lowest median asking price ($5,595, 344 listings with photos) and the 2012 Chrysler 200 the highest ($5,995, 160 listings).
Comparison catalog · Snapshot October 14, 2026, 05:00 UTC · Only listings with photos. This sample is separate from the price overview above and its figures differ.
The car you are viewing
2012 Ford Focus
SEL · United States
$5,995Catalog asking price for this VIN
Trim median $5,107 · 101 listings with photos
Middle 50%: $4,375–$6,650
Explore this model’s prices →Photo: SEL · 134,080 mi · view VIN
Explore the alternatives
Change trims, mileage or location →
$295 lower median
2012 Fiat 500
All trims
$5,700Median asking price · 136 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$4,450–$7,000
Find listings on VehiSales ↗Actual POP listing photo; individual equipment may differ.
$0 difference median
2012 Chrysler 200
All trims
$5,995Median asking price · 160 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$4,795–$7,995
Find listings on VehiSales ↗Actual Touring listing photo; individual equipment may differ.
$8 lower median
2012 Mazda MAZDA5
All trims
$5,987Median asking price · 74 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$4,199–$6,997
Find listings on VehiSales ↗Actual several trims listed listing photo; individual equipment may differ.
$213 lower median
2012 Hyundai Accent
All trims
$5,782Median asking price · 52 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$4,795–$6,695
Find listings on VehiSales ↗Actual GLS (Middle Grade) listing photo; individual equipment may differ.
Compare prices side by side
| Model / trim | Median | Middle 50% | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Ford Focus SEL | $5,107 | $4,375–$6,650 | 101 |
| 2012 Chevrolet Cruze All trims | $5,595 | $4,500–$6,999 | 344 |
| 2012 Fiat 500 All trims | $5,700 | $4,450–$7,000 | 136 |
| 2012 Chrysler 200 All trims | $5,995 | $4,795–$7,995 | 160 |
| 2012 Mazda MAZDA5 All trims | $5,987 | $4,199–$6,997 | 74 |
| 2012 Hyundai Accent All trims | $5,782 | $4,795–$6,695 | 52 |
What these prices mean
Only catalog listings with photos are included. Trim names do not verify equivalent equipment. Prices are asking prices, not completed sales. Alternatives share the body style and class of the source model; the nearest model years are used when the same year has too few listings. Price differences are not a valuation adjustment or guaranteed savings.
Snapshot: October 14, 2026, 05:00 UTC. 0 source listings excluded by statistical price screening; this does not verify that every deposit or payment ad has been removed.
VehiSales opens in a new tab with the model, year and known mileage range. Confirm trim, fuel, drivetrain, condition and location on VehiSales; its live inventory may differ.
Market by model year
Gen 3 · 2008–2012What each model year costs right now — live supply, median asking price and how much value each year keeps versus the newest one.
| Year | Units for sale | Median price | vs newest | Avg mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 392 | $5,554 | 100% | 121,364 mi |
| 2011 | 62 | $5,324 | 96% | 131,656 mi |
| 2010 | 136 | $4,995 | 90% | 132,002 mi |
| 2009 | 95 | $5,290 | 95% | 121,304 mi |
| 2008 | 67 | $4,675 | 84% | 149,667 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
