Ford Focus Hatchback (05-11) - Review

Review by Dan Harrison on
Last Updated: 13 January 2011
Developing a replacement for the much-loved original Focus was an unenviable task, but Ford has successfully delivered. The second generation Focus is stylish, well equipped and is proving itself to be reliable. Plus while it's still as good to drive as ever, there's now more interior space and a genuine feeling of quality. A mid-life facelift means that people who buy a Focus from January 2008 get an even better car. As well as a Mondeo look front end, the interior has been vastly upgraded with better materials and more attention to detail. The eco-friendly ECOnetic model - available from January 2008 - was improved in late 2009 with CO2 emissions dropping to 99g/km, making it free to tax, while economy increased to 74mpg thanks to the introduction of an engine start-stop system.
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Buying used

The Focus makes a great used buy and you're liking to get more for your money than an equivalent Volkswagen Golf or Honda Civic. There are plenty about from both dealers and private sellers and although the Focus is a reliable car, a full service history is good to see. Pre-facelifted models will be cheaper but avoid the Studio unless you're on a strict budget.

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Selling

The Focus is very easy to sell as it’s enduringly popular with family buyers looking to combine practicality with a great drive. Therefore re-sale values are reasonable. The popular Ford is well known with a good profile, so if you’re sensible with your asking price and maintain it regularly, a buyer will take it off your hands in no time at all.