2007 Ford Focus Consumer Reviews Page 8

Good Car for the Money

Written by: rbogrow on 07/08/2007

Vehicle

2007 Ford Focus ZX4 SES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I have had this car about a month now and so far have been pretty pleased. The 5-speed manual is very fun to drive and the car responds well. I have been getting about 30 MPG on about 50/50 driving. My biggest complaint are the really cheap sun visors. I did have a fit and finish problem with the hood and a paint drip above the rear light upon delivery.

Favorite Features

I like having the 5-speed manual. It was difficult to find a manual.

Suggested Improvements

Rear wheel disk brakes should be standard. Sun visors are really cheap. Ford should have spent a few extra dollars to have better sun visors. They should be covered in the headliner material, not be just cheap vinyl.

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Great little car

Written by: bigguy on 07/08/2007

Vehicle

2007 Ford Focus ZX4 SES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

After considering the much more expensive Honda, Toyota, and Mazda, I decided to buy a Focus. Besides, I believed Ford earned my business with their commitment to quality. This car is well thought out. Like others have said, it is small on the outside, but feels roomy on the inside. At 6'2" and 250 lbs., I feel comfortable. And yes, I can get into and out of the back seat painlessly. Yep, I did consider the Cobalt out of the other American cars. But, in my opinion, it is not nearly as good- looking. I'm getting 32-36 mpg with the fun-to-drive stick. And, it'll probably get better, as the car has just 2K on it.

Favorite Features

Reasonable price--under $14K for a nicely loaded SES. Good mileage. Great looks. And, the handling. Huge trunk!

Suggested Improvements

Need more room above the cupholders- the 44 ouncer just doesn't fit. I have no other complaints as yet.

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I can care less what you say

Written by: Me on 06/30/2007

Vehicle

2007 Ford Focus ZX3 SES 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

Since birth I've been a Ford enthusiast and that won't change. I've driven my share or cars (This meaning Civic and Focus) and I love the Focus much more. I currently have a ZX-3 do to the fact I like the style better than the sedan. I also love the list of performance parts I'm entitled to from Steeda, Roush, and Saleen. Although my Focus is stock with a five speed, it drives fast, handles perfect, comfortable, and gets great gas mileage. I plan to eventually add minor performance from Steeda and maybe in the future buy a 2005 Saleen Focus. 150 horsepower 150 lb ft tq with an all aluminum I-4. I test drove a regular S-121 and loved it right away.

Favorite Features

Seats, dash controls, transmission, engine, interior and exterior

Suggested Improvements

Raise the horsepower from 136 to maybe 145 or 150. Or Ford could do what I want to and make future Foci with 428 Cobra Jets or 427's

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Excellent Car

Written by: THE ARB on 06/24/2007

Vehicle

2007 Ford Focus ZX4 SES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I wanted a car that is small on the outside yet big on the inside. In New York City this is the kind of car you need to drive on narrow 2 way streets, with cars double parked. This is a pretty car that has all the basic features, plus some. I chose this car over a Toyota Corolla or Honda Civic, for interior comfort, performance and price. I am leasing this car for 24 months, at low mileage. This exactly the type of lease I prefer. This is the first time I acquired a second car; with my first car always being a luxury car.

Favorite Features

Power, fuel economy, power windows, doors, outside mirrors. Size of trunk with turn down back seat. Fine radio and easy controls.

Suggested Improvements

Ability for outside mirrors to be turned in.

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Nice Car

Written by: Michael on 06/20/2007

Vehicle

2007 Ford Focus ZX5 SE 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I work for a delivery service. Since purchaseing this car in April 2007 I have placed 9000 miles on it with no problems. I really enjoy every minute in this car. The ride is great and the car coast on the Highway at 85 with little noise but reponsive speed. I average around 31 mpg during city and highway drive. At the same time this fuel efficeny is reached with my focus running no stop for 4-6 hours at a time. The interior is spacious and refined. On long trips at speed of 80- 85 mph I usually average 34-35 mpg on the highway. This car is a great buy with the ford deals and I would buy another in four years with out a question.

Favorite Features

The stereo and the five speed manunal. It reponsive steering and braking. A fun ride that can really cruise on the highway.

Suggested Improvements

The plastic covers that are around the interior door handles. They tend to have marks on them from fingers that are difficult to remove. No, tachometer on the SE models 5 speed.

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Love this car

Written by: HARB on 06/17/2007

Vehicle

2007 Ford Focus ZX4 SES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

Smaller on the outside, yet bigger on the inside compared to other cars in this category, both domestic and foreign. With a few options, this car gave me all I needed, at a very low price. I like the fact that a low mileage lease was offered.

Favorite Features

Agile and peppy, nice appearance, no headsuppports in back seats that block visibility, roomy interior, good visibility and gas mileage

Suggested Improvements

Folding outside mirrors.

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Surprising car. I really like it!

Written by: abeachdog on 06/14/2007

Vehicle

2007 Ford Focus ZXW SE 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I needed an economical, dependable, third car with a rack for my longboards. It has exceded all of my expectations. I have put 5,300 miles on it in 3 months. I modified a set of INNO racks and they work great. The Focus carries a ton of stuff, 2 9 foot plus boards on top, is very fun to drive, and gets decent gas mileage (25 to 30 mpg with the PZEV). I did not expect such a versatile vehicle. Ford should consider making an "Outback" style car based on the Focus. Unfortunately, this model is discontinued. Great cheap surf car for solo trips! Excellent commuter and general purpose vehicle. Amazingly quick and agile. Highly recommend.

Favorite Features

Driving fun, rack, room in back, European feel and controls (kooky as they may be), side air bags, decent stereo, price! Past experience with Tracers and Escorts leave me to expect excellent reliability.

Suggested Improvements

I think Ford should improve it, not eliminate it. I would pay for better seats (like my Mazda 6s had.) Better gas mileage, a bit more backseat room. Better seat fabric. 2008 Techie toys seem lame to me. There is a big potential demand for basic sport/utility wagons if packaged and marketed right.

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Value, Value, Value!

Written by: Snapp on 06/13/2007

Vehicle

2007 Ford Focus ZX4 S 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

When I test drove my Focus, I really wasn't planning on buying it. I was going to keep looking at the Dodge Stratus and Honda's because I didn't think a Focus would be big enough for me. I'm 6'2" 235lb's and have drove full size trucks all my life. After the test drive I was ready to make a deal. This car is a great car for the price. My first 2 tanks of gas averaged 34.5MPG. The car has good power and is very nimble. I would encourage you to choose a Focus over a Civic or Corrolla. For the price, you just can't beat a Focus.

Favorite Features

Fuel economy, handling, interior room for a compact car. Great power for a 2.0L automatic.

Suggested Improvements

For the price, I really couldn't ask for much more without being ridiculous.

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More for your Money

Written by: esperirod on 06/12/2007

Vehicle

2007 Ford Focus ZX4 ST 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)

Review

Our expeience with this car has been fabulous so far. Our car has heated leather seats (in a Focus?), sunroof, Sony Audiophile 6 disc changer and subwoofer, side impact airbags, 4 wheel ABS, and all other standard features. You show me a Corolla or Civic with this much bang for the buck! And it rides soft in the straights, firm in the turns. On top of this, the ST is rated at 22/32 mpg. We averaged 32.4 mpg on our first tank...above EPA ratings.

Favorite Features

All of the options, mileage, wife loves the pen holder, and the trunk is immense. We fit two 5 gallon gas tanks, a tool box, 2 flats of petunias, a 20 gallon cooler, 2 suitcases, garden tools and bucket. 2 pillows, $70 of groceries, a 6 pack of beer, a baby, a black lab, 2 baby bags, and my wife and I.

Suggested Improvements

Cupholders are stuck below center stack

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Not another Ford!

Written by: ghenry10 on 06/09/2007

Vehicle

2007 Ford Focus ZX4 SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

After owning a '94 Escort (which still runs) that had a bunch of little problems around 80k, I swore I would never buy another compact Ford. So I tested the competition, only the Mazda 3 left me inspired, but with all the rebates Ford had going, the 3 would have been at least about 4k more. My frugal side just couldnt pass up a nicely loaded new car for under 14k out the door! Get the side airbags (poor safety rating without them).

Favorite Features

First car with remote keyless, sweet. Roomy nice low acceleration, engine growl. Cheap extended warranty (6 yr 72 months bumper to bumper for $450)

Suggested Improvements

Stop skimping on the little things Ford, engine cover, gas tank lock/opener, side mirrors that can fold

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