Ford Focus Hatchback 1998

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  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    One of the best cars for the money.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very low running costs compared to my other diesel Focus.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Outperformed my old M3 for handling on country roads.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Quick enough for most drivers.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Had a new clutch and new disc and pads all round - car has only done 4k miles.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Very good looking car neeeds rear spoiler to set it off.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very good on long hauls. No need to stop and have a stretch.

  • Security and Service

    Service

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Very poor response from Ford customer services if you have a problem with your car, but very good from the dealer I brought it from.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Car needed new discs and pads all round excessive wear on discs.

    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