Ford Focus Saloon 1998

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  • Economy

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Fuel economy average at 45mpg.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Generally very good - let down by 'flat' seats.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Engine prone to be stalled at low revs - annoying for a diesel!

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    So far (26k miles) nothing major.

    Comfort

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Terrible seats.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Occasionally takes 3 or 4 attempts to start - dealer can't find a fault.

    Other

    Lights occaionally dim (briefly).

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No