Ford Focus Hatchback 1998

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Lots of extras with only small jumps in price.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not fantastic on petrol - however I guess it depends on how you drive it!

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very good handling, minimal body roll. Rear window and pillars occasionally obstruct view however.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very good compared to other equivalent cars around.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Has been exceptionally reliable. Touch wood.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Dark colour and 3 dr versions look a little cooler than the more common silver 5dr versions.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Generally very comfortable and well laid out - however long journeys can be bad for the back (lumbAr support please Ford designers!)

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Deadlocks and immobiliser - you should be safe from theft, but watch out for the pesky theives now stealing the Ford stereos (those buttons aren't coded ya know!)

    Service

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Excellent.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes