Ford Focus C-MAX 2.0 TDCi Ghia 5d (2004/04) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Quite pricey new, but good deals compensate.
Costs
Running costs good, fuel econ averaging 38 - 41.
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On the road
Driving
Not as sharp as Focus, but v. good for type of car.
Performance
Impossible to fault.
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Living with it
Reliability
Some early gremlins, but this hasn't deterred me from using the car - it's brilliant.
Image
It's an MPV - you don't buy them for image.
Comfort
Seats very comfortable on long journeys.
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Security and Service
Security
Not been stolen yet!
Service
Small dealership, excellent service.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Slight misfire at 1750rpm - known fault with cure. Engine went into limp home mode once - never recurred.
Other
Electronics can be temperamental, again known fault can be cured.
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