Ford Focus Hatchback 1.6 Zetec 3d (98) (2000/V) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
A decent amount of standard equipment for the money, but no ABS.
Costs
Servicing has been cheap, and I got 36 mpg.
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On the road
Driving
Top notch! I haven't driven another hatchback that drives like it.
Performance
Plenty of poke for the town, but a bit lacking on the motorway.
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Living with it
Reliability
Pretty awful. 3 new exhausts, rattles, boot problems…
Image
Tons of street cred amongst the student population.
Comfort
Comfortable over most journeys.
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Security and Service
Security
It was stolen after thieves overcame the deadlocks and immobiliser.
Service
The dealer was helpful with all the problems I encountered.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
The engine management software had to be upgraded, and it had a persistent whistle at 2000 rpm.
Other
3 new exhausts! Boot and interior rattles.
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