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  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Not much.

    What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

    Haven't asked.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    No, zetec spec is poor given the £20k asking price and the 1.6 engine is undepowered and not very smooth when pulling away from a standstill.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Next generation ford mondeo.

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Didn't buy from a dealer

    Did you buy this car new?

    Yes

    What price did you pay?

    £0

    When did you buy the car?

    August 2011

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Lease rates are competitive.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Didn'y buy, it is a leased company car.

    What was the dealer like?

    Dealer experience is acceptable but nothing more.

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Handling and ride very good and this car is much more refined than my previous 2008 focus. However the 1.6 engine is weak, economy not great despite the official figures and very jerky. The handling on the my old focus was far superior.

    What's it like to park?

    Easy to park but rear park assist would make it better.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Remote locking is temperamental but ford seem unable to rectify this.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Good sized boot and fuel filler cap prevents misfueling.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Not many but the USB connectivity and steering wheel mounted controls very good.