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Ford Focus Hatchback (98-04)

New price range	£9,993 - £17,000


Used price range	£746 - £5,934
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Summary

Good choice of engines and trim, easy to drive, ST170 is cheap, fast and fun
Poor equipment on early models

The Focus was nothing short of a revelation when it was launched, offering a superb blend of practicality, comfort and keen handling. A great all-rounder, it continues to be a hugely popular model and with a wide range of engines and trims there's something to suit everyone. Easy to live with and simple to drive, the Focus makes an ideal small family car with the 1.6-litre and 1.8-litre Zetec models the pick of the range. There are also some excellent TDCI diesels which are refined and ideal for long distance travel.

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