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Used 2003 Ford Focus Hatchback Consumer Reviews

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Great Car for Reasonable price.

lilkk, 04/03/2011
2003 Ford Focus ZX3 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I've owned my 2003 Ford Focus ZX3-5 speed manual since July of 2003. For being a lower priced vehicle I couldn't have asked for a better more reliable vehicle. I've only had two problems over the last, almost, 8 years. The first full summer I owned the vehicle the A/C went out, but was covered under warranty-no hassles. Recently I had to replace the alternator, otherwise besides routine maintenace it has been a fantastic reliable vehicle I couldn't be happier. When I bought the vehicle I was just going to college. The storage in the back of the vehicle is amazing for the size. For being a small vehicle it handled Wisconsin winters very very well. Definitely recommend Focus.

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5 out of 5 stars

My new ZX5

Jeff Davis, 02/24/2003
2003 Ford Focus ZX5 Comfort 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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My car is new and the fit and finish is perfect. We all expect that - of course but it really isn't always the case. My ZX5 is the size I wanted, has all the toys I wanted and the power is what I expected. It's peppy, takes corners very well and doesn't leave me feeling like I'm driving a toy box.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Basically, a very good car

Lance, 01/12/2008
2003 Ford Focus ZX3 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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Low mileage car when I bought it. 2.0 Zetec, 5 spd. I drive it conservatively & get 35mpg overall. Love hatchback room & a pity it is no longer offered. A very good, reliable car, new, or used, for the money.

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2.25 out of 5 stars

NO NO NO

emcorcoran, 02/13/2003
2003 Ford Focus ZX3 Premium 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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This car is a nice looking car but it seems that every 1000 miles or so something breaks down on it. At 600 yes 600 miles i needed a new trans. at 1500 i needed a new electrical system and to this day it still isnt fixed. The handling in the snow sucks. I would not buy another one of these ever again!!!!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Great so far

bix, 02/21/2003
2003 Ford Focus ZX3 Power Premium 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I just bought the '03 ZX3 and I love it so far. very peppy for such a small car. Feels to have alot more power than the specs indicate. Drives very well in the snow (just had 18").

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