Ford Focus Hatchback 1.8 Zetec 3d (98) (2000/X) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Much better quality for the money than Escort
Costs
Servicing, insurance etc reasonable. 35mpg okay for performance. Depreciation quite steep.
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On the road
Driving
Fabulous steering perfectly weighted with great feel. Clutchquite sharp making smooth changes awkward in lower gears. Driving seat set too high even at lowest position.
Performance
Not all that fast by todays standards. Engine sounds a bit coarse when worked hard
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Living with it
Reliability
Very minor niggles with gearlever return spring and noisy alternator
Image
Still looks fresh and modern. 3-door has a cleaner, sportier image
Comfort
Firm, but smooth ride, good seats, but set too high. Engine a bit drony at speed
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Security and Service
Security
Not enough knowledge to give comment
Service
Minor problems dealt with quickly and efficiently
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
None
Other
Lots of road noise from original Pirellis. Changed to Michelins and noise disappeared!
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes