Ford Focus Hatchback 1.6 Zetec 5d (98) (2000/V) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Excellent value.
Costs
Fuel consumption decent, servicing ok.
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On the road
Driving
Excellent low to mid-speed, but gets a bit fidgity on the motorway or bumpy roads. Cornering gives lots of grip.
Performance
Needs a bit more power when loaded or with air con on.
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Living with it
Reliability
Clutch went, knocking noise up front that dealer cannot trace, central locking and window winder mechanism broke.
Image
Cool, but common.
Comfort
Good.
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Security and Service
Security
Ok so far, although not crashed it yet.
Service
Nearly charged us for a new central locking chip when it was a fuse gone.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Clutch went. Knocking noise at front end when turning.
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?
Yes