2008 Ford Focus Consumer Reviews Page 7

Glad that I bought the 08 Focus

Written by: jcwilliamsjr on 04/07/2008

Vehicle

2008 Ford Focus SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I have had my Focus for about six weeks and already have over 3000 miles. I am very happy with the decision to purchase this car. Fuel mileage is over the Ford rating and at times is bumping the 41+ mpg and is a fun car to drive. Great car by Ford for the money it can not be beat. I looked at the Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla, and Nissan Sentra prior to buying the Focus.

Favorite Features

Fuel mileage, gauges, design

Suggested Improvements

Ability in the early models to add cruise and other options which I have been told was not possible without changing the cars computer which I have been told was corrected in the later models. Ford would not update my car so that I could affordability add the speed control.

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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I Love This Car!

Written by: Marla on 04/04/2008

Vehicle

2008 Ford Focus SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I love this car. The concern I had about power vanished on the drive home when it easily went up the long steep hills coming into town. Merging into high-speed interstate traffic is a breeze. It's full of pep and handles great. Fun to drive. It shifts quietly. The seats sit high, unlike my previous car where I felt as if I were sitting in a hole. After only 600 miles, I'm getting about 29 MPG, and it continues to rise. The interior lights at night are well designed and very attractive. I love the functions on the odometer, such as estimated miles to empty & estimated MPG. The car is very pretty, from the pin stripes on the side to the chrome inserts on front panel. It's a great little car!

Favorite Features

The seat is high enough to slide in and out without bending down. It has a huge trunk. Interior lights at night are soothing. Overhead courtesy light, which comes on when key is removed from ignition, is a big plus. The dashboard, with its detail and coloring, is very attractive.

Suggested Improvements

Better markings on the speedometer. It's difficult to determine the speed if not traveling at the pre-marked numerical points of 20, 40, 60. Bigger heat vents. The console, while very big, is not easy to get into. Would like an interior trunk release and locked gas cap.

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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Very Happy Owner

Written by: David A on 04/04/2008

Vehicle

2008 Ford Focus SES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I test drove an 08 Sentra, an 08 Civic twice, and I rented a Corolla for a couple of days. I test drove the Focus twice and I liked it a lot more than the other cars I drove. I did a ton of research before getting this. I actually traded an 07 Toyota Avalon for this car and it was a great decision. The Avalon was in for rattles twice and still had rattles, and it was in the shop for several days over 2 visits with oxygen sensor issues. Now I'm saving money on gas, insurance, and I actually like my car again. Nice ride, fun to drive, and great stereo.

Favorite Features

The sync system is really sweet and works as advertised. The Sirius radio comes in better than the Toyota's XM. Stereo sounds very good. Sporty ride but not as rough as the Civic. Very quiet interior compaired to others in this class.

Suggested Improvements

I'm not really sure. I haven't found anything that I'd change yet.

7 out 7 people found this review helpful

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Quietest and most refined ride in class.

Written by: rower30 on 03/30/2008

Vehicle

2008 Ford Focus SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

Handling, gas mileage, ease of oil changes (oil filter and drain are directly under the engine so oil goes right in the drain pan). The 100,000 service intervals (chain cam drive, not expensive to replace belts) are nice. A very quiet stable ride, excellent engine noises (revs well and sounds good doing it) and generally pleasing looks inside and out won us over the others cars we reviewed. The five-speed transmission gets good marks and surprisingly, the auto version feels spritly, too. With the highest torque (136 ft-LB) at the lowest RPM (4250RPM) and almost the highest HP (140) at the lowest RPM (6000RPM) this engine matches to an auto better than the rest, too.

Favorite Features

Love the driving dynamics of this car. It is a great blend of sport and luxury for such a small car. The Focus premium sound is great compared to the others. Ford uses the Sirius satellite for supposedly better sound quality over XM. Can anybody out there tell the difference?

Suggested Improvements

Where's my spare tire! More intermittent wiper speeds choices. Breakaway rear view mirrors. Option the deletion of the fender "vent". Allow trunk to pop all the way open, not just unlatch and sit there. More interior color choices and exterior and interior combinations.

19 out 21 people found this review helpful

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Ford's little winner

Written by: mary on 03/29/2008

Vehicle

2008 Ford Focus SES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

This is first car I bought in 22 years and I love it. The seats are more comfortable than the Madza3 and Nissan Versa that I test drove. It handles great on country roads..no road noise. Suspension is smooth on rough roads. Gas mileage is god sent averaging 29-31 around town. Leather seats are great. Trunk is big with fold down backseat to increase hauling space. SYNC is great. Can't say enough good things about it and Ford for finally getting it right in the compact car area. Improved safety ratings all around 4 stars.

Favorite Features

Sync. Good option packages. Gas mileage. Quiet, agile, smooth ride. Side curtains airbags. Sits higher, don't have to climb down in or climb out.

Suggested Improvements

Needs light in backseat area. Automatic headlamps, bigger cupholders, double tray cupholder backseat. Electric front seat postion. Might try cvt transmission. Might improve mpg,

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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Focus SES

Written by: tk on 03/29/2008

Vehicle

2008 Ford Focus SES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

My Focus handles great, has great power and I am getting 34mpg on the freeway at 65 mph. This little car is actually fun to drive. I have over 5000 miles in the first 5 weeks and have not had any problems I am 53 years young and considered this car for the economy. My F350 King Ranch has all the comfort I need but the fuel costs of 140 miles a day commute was killing me

Favorite Features

Love the MP3 / SYNC system. I have a 70 gig drive plugged in with every CD I own on it. It's great to listen to what you want and the hands free phone feature sync to my bluetooth phone is fantastic, incoming calls mute my blasting music so I know someone is calling

Suggested Improvements

The arm rest height on the drivers door and the center console would be more comfortable if it was just another inch or two higher

5 out 5 people found this review helpful

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46 year old found driving fun again

Written by: HUGH LOWENSTEIN on 03/28/2008

Vehicle

2008 Ford Focus SES 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

Pure enjoyment and cost savings at the pump during these expensive times behind the wheel. With extra cash at the end of the month this car is a win-win situation. Very rare these days with all the blah, blah hype in the auto industry. This ride is honest and realistic in our current economy today. The faster you go the more fuel you'll need. But fast is what it likes best.

Favorite Features

Overall look and style and speed. Get-up-and-go performance.

Suggested Improvements

Always could use more horses in the engine. Wider wheel option.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Love my Focus

Written by: billd100 on 03/27/2008

Vehicle

2008 Ford Focus SE 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

Only had it a month. Mileage in mixed driving is 32 mpg. I got the Deluxe package which provides for better handling. Amazed at the standard equipment on such an economy car. Car is comfortable and roomy and I like it much better than most of the others in its class. It drives similarly to the VW Golf we rented in England a few years back. Don't care for the Pirelli P6 tires as we live where it gets cold and the traction in snow and ice is less than desirable.

Favorite Features

Seats, gas mileage, handling, price (what a bargain!), build quality (not a squeak or rattle anywhere), made in USA.

Suggested Improvements

The tires are the only thing I might change. Original equipment tires are usually sub-par anyway.

21 out 21 people found this review helpful

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Ford is Focused

Written by: Ford is Focused on 03/26/2008

Vehicle

2008 Ford Focus SE 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

If this the car that Ford is betting on for the future of its company, it's off to a great start. In my 30 years of driving, I've never owned a Ford. it was the best choice I could have made for my first Ford purchase. The handling, the style, the comfort, have made it a complete package worthy of calling it a Ford. Old Henry Ford would be proud of it. I've had nothing but praises by peple that have rode in it and those that look at it. I'm proud of what our American car companies can do when they set thier minds to it. Ford is really focused on building a quality product. Keep up the good work. I love my car.

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

14 out 14 people found this review helpful

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Better then the Civic could ever be

Written by: GMann27 on 03/25/2008

Vehicle

2008 Ford Focus SES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

From the smooth quite ride, to the surprisingly athletic styling, to the exceptional power the Ford Focus does everything right. I was concerned with downgrading the size and power of my engine, so much so that I initially never thought of looking at the Focus. But the test drive up one of the steepest hills in my area proved that the power and acceleration I would need was present. Ford is years ahead of Honda with this car. SYNC is absolutely amazing and will be a major "deal breaker" in all future car purchase.

Favorite Features

SYNC (standard), ambient lighting, adjustable lumbar support, incredibly spacious trunk. Fuel economy. Handling. Styling

Suggested Improvements

Highlighting the dash and instrument panel with the car's body coloring. Adjustable LED Map lights instead of the standard lights Cubby to house an iPod/Zune style media player

7 out 7 people found this review helpful

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