This car has been superseded by a newer model, click here to go to the latest Ford Focus Hatchback review. Ford Focus Hatchback (1998 - 2004) verdict 06 June 2019 by David Ross Review Owner Reviews Specs For Sale Used Prices Parkers overall rating: 4 out of 5 4.0 Parkers ratings Performance: 3.5 out of 5 3.5 Handling: 4 out of 5 4.0 Behind the wheel: 4 out of 5 4.0 Comfort: 3.5 out of 5 3.5 Running costs: 3.5 out of 5 3.5 Green credentials: 2.5 out of 5 2.5 Reliability: 3.5 out of 5 3.5 Equipment: 3 out of 5 3.0 Safety: 3.5 out of 5 3.5 Practicality: 3.5 out of 5 3.5 Return to Introduction