• Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Excellent value for money.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    2.0 is quite economical. Ford prices expensive, Mazda dealers often cheaper.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Handles well. Slight understeer.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    2.0 is quick rather than fast.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Ok, apart from immobiliser problems and sticking rear calipers.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Comfortable, but cramped in the rear. Seats squeek!

  • Security and Service

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Ford dealers are useless. Most don't know what it is! Go to Mazda.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Engine immobiliser cuts out when driving - Replacement necessary.

    Other

    Rear calipers are prone to seize. Brackets/pins often shear.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No