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3.5 out of 5 stars

Impressive Safety

geo50000, 12/10/2005
2003 Ford Focus LX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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My ex wife totaled our 2003 Focus at 55 mph on a mountain road; Every corner of the car was demolished - but she walked away with only a small bump on her head. The cabin was completely intact. I recently bought another one just like it. A good, solid car for the money.

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3.5 out of 5 stars

Swaying Impressions

WrstPirateever, 08/11/2008
2003 Ford Focus ZX3 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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For a 2 door, this thing is fun to drive. Pretty good acceleration, and plenty of trunk space once the back seat is folded down. I couldnt believe it when I fit my new 42 inch TV in there and noone else could either! The back seat is useless for passengers unless they have no legs. Very tight quarters back there. Now for the bad. I've never had so much trouble with traction especially on wet roads. I also have less than 60,000 miles and I've already had to have a brand new transmission put in (luckily covered under warranty) and new tie rod ends. Now I'm having issues with what I believe is the air intake control. Finally, this thing eats through tires like crazy

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Problems?...Not Ford's.

Derek Ripley, 01/14/2008
2003 Ford Focus ZX3 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I have had this car for almost a year, I bought it with about 65k miles on it. I have never had any problems with this car other than ones that I solved, and they were problems that I could have avoided. It's fun to drive, gets better than est. gas mileage.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

REVIEW

Mrs.Mechanic 6/23/10, 06/23/2010
2003 Ford Focus ZX3 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I purchased my car in 2006. It had 27,528 miles. Now at 113,200 miles. I have had no major problems with it, with the exception of poor lighting. I just replaced the motor mount, and the ignition switch last year(09). I think this is a great starter car for any young person.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

New Owner Review

mcoene, 06/11/2003
2003 Ford Focus ZX3 Power Premium 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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Being 6'5" with a long torso, it was tough for me to find an economical vehicle both in terms of cost and fuel economy. I have a long commute and so far am delighted with my new ZX3.

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