Ford Focus Hatchback 1.6 Ghia 5d (01) (2003/03) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
24 miles on clock when bought - was pre-registered to a hire company and so was about £3k less than should have been.
Costs
About 42mpg overall. 12,500-mile service costs £120.
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On the road
Driving
A bit slow in fourth gear, very nippy in second or third.
Performance
Ok.
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Living with it
Reliability
Very reliable.
Image
Looks a bit old compared to the new Megane now.
Comfort
Very comfy. Air con, lumbar support, arm rest on Ghia.
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Security and Service
Security
Double locking, could do with an alarm.
Service
Had to go back 9 times for the same problem. Dealer didn't really want to know.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Once stalled approaching a roundabout at 40mph. Took it in and was told the computer needed re-calibrating.
Other
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