Ford Focus Hatchback 1998

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very good, but standard electric windows and ABS would help.

    Costs

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very cheap to run on all fronts.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    The best small hatch I have driven. Excellent ride and handling even after 30,000 miles.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    1.8 is smooth and has lots of grunt. Quite sprightly in 3rd.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    No faults whatsoever. Not a squeek or rattle to be heard.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very common but 'new edge' styling will mean it never looks anonymous.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Excellent cabin. Ergonomics are great and head and legroom are good all round.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    5 out of 5 5.0

    A thief tried to gain entry but couldn't get past the locks.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Worst part of Focus ownership. Unreliable service, uncompetitive prices and you are charged for things they haven't done.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes