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2005 Ford Focus Hatchback Review

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The 2005 Ford Focus is a wonderful small car that's fun to drive, frugal with fuel and offered in such a wide variety of configurations it would be hard not to find one that suits your needs.

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Pros

Spacious and comfortable interior, fun-to-drive character, sharp steering, smooth ride, impressive selection of body configurations and features.

Cons

Generic interior styling, performance-bargain 2.3-liter engine now limited to ST sedan, can't match competitors' records for quality and reliability.

Available Focus Models

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ZX3 S

2.0L 4-cyl. engine
Manual transmission
Up to 22 cty/32 hwy mpg
Side/Curtain Airbags (Optional)

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ZX5 S

2.0L 4-cyl. engine
Manual transmission
Up to 22 cty/32 hwy mpg
Side/Curtain Airbags (Optional)

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Used TMV from $4,432

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ZX3 SE

2.0L 4-cyl. engine
Manual transmission
Up to 22 cty/32 hwy mpg
Side/Curtain Airbags (Optional)
Traction Control (Optional)

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Used TMV from $4,522

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ZX3 SES

2.0L 4-cyl. engine
Manual transmission
Up to 22 cty/32 hwy mpg
Side/Curtain Airbags (Optional)
Traction Control (Optional)

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Used TMV from $4,755

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ZX5 SE

2.0L 4-cyl. engine
Manual transmission
Up to 22 cty/32 hwy mpg
Side/Curtain Airbags (Optional)
Traction Control (Optional)

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Used TMV from $4,847

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ZX5 SES

2.0L 4-cyl. engine
Manual transmission
Up to 22 cty/32 hwy mpg
Side/Curtain Airbags (Optional)
Traction Control (Optional)

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Used TMV from $4,955

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What's New for 2005

The new model year ushers in some significant changes for the 2005 Ford Focus. Exteriors have been updated with revised fascias and trim, and the car's oddball interior design has been replaced by more sedate and sophisticated furnishings. Last year's diverse engine lineup has been scrapped in favor of an all-new PZEV-rated 2.0-liter power plant good for 136 horsepower. A performance-oriented ST sedan has been added to take the place of the discontinued SVT Focus hatchbacks; it features a 151-hp incarnation of last year's excellent 2.3-liter PZEV engine. The 2.3-liter loses its squeaky-clean PZEV rating, however. In other news, the typically confusing array of trim levels and packages has been organized into logical and consistent trim lines, standardized across all body styles. New audio systems, increased interior storage and tweaked suspension tuning round out this year's midcycle makeover.

2005 Ford Focus Hatchback Review

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