Ford Focus Estate (2005 - 2011) 1.6 TDCi Titanium (110ps) 5d (DPF) (08) (2009/09) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Nothing, my car isn't an extension or a reflection of my personality!

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Not sure but I think they like it.

Would you buy this car again and why?

I would buy another Focus estate but would look at other engine options. I would also prefer a softer ride.

What are you likely to buy next?

Not sure but it will almost certainly be an estate.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchised

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£15,499

When did you buy the car?

February 2010

Did you get a good deal and why?

Got an excellent deal, a pleasure to do business.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Good reviews, practical and spacious, economical.

What was the dealer like?

Gammers of Stowmarket were excellent to deal with. Friendly and efficient.

What's it like to drive?

OK to drive. Not convinced about the benefits of a diesel engine. Narrow power band, obvious turbo surge and fairly noisy. Lots of road noise from the tyres. Good steering and handling but hard suspension. Good for motorway and main road cruising. Good overtaking power when on the turbo but lacks grunt when off the turbo (it is only a 1.6!) Decent economy.

What's it like to park?

Good to park. Good all round vision and parking sensors are very useful.

Have you had any problems with the car?

No

What's most practical about your car?

Good sized luggage space for a medium sized estate. Excellent for dogs and paraphernalia.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Heated front windscreen. Excellent Sony DAB radio and Cd player. Parking sensors.