Used 2004 Ford Focus ZX3 Premium 2dr Hatchback (2.3L 4cyl 5M) Consumer Reviews
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Do NOT buy this car without the 2.3
Eddie Adams, 04/25/2004
Ford Focus ZX3 Premium 2dr Hatchback (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I was kind on the fence about this car - I loved the styling and handling, but was underwhelmed by the motor. The Zetec is kinda crude and not too powerful, especially when you drive it back-to-back with Hondas and Toyotas. Then, I drove one with the new Mazda- built 2.3 - what a difference! This motor is a little jewel - smooth and powerful, with a nice little growl as you hit 6000 RPM. Mind you, this is no WRX-hunter, but it's plenty quick enough. To top it off, I got a ridiculously good deal - almost $4,000 off, plus a 5/100,000 bumper to bumper warranty.
Worst car ever, beats my 83 cavalier
bryan, 04/30/2010
Ford Focus ZX3 Premium 2dr Hatchback (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful
A money pit. If I had to rely on this car for above average use I would have been in trouble many times. For a small car the mileage is below avg-my last trip I couldn't even get 30 mpg hwy/22-23city. The transmission fluid had to be changed at 40k - it's synthetic and cost over $200. The alternator went out at 48k-the engine must be jacked-up to release the alternator so it near impossible for an owner to do.You are looking at $400-700 cost due to labor and parts. The ignition lock seized at 45k-must be towed to the dealer to be fixed due to the anti-theft chip. Around $500. Now at 56k the thermostat housing and valve cover gasket are leaking-Parts and labor will cost you around $500.
Excellent experience with the Ford Focus
unidav, 12/03/2003
Ford Focus ZX3 Premium 2dr Hatchback (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Have had a wonderful experience with the Ford Focus hatchback that I bought about 14 months ago. No problems at all. Fun to drive, comfortable and good fuel economy.
focus on fun
rhbaker1995, 09/24/2003
Ford Focus ZX3 Premium 2dr Hatchback (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The ford focus is a well built fun to drive inexpensive vehicle and for all you hot rodders there are also an abundance of performance parts for this vehicle I highly recommend the focus for anyone who is looking for inexpensive transportation that is reliable fun to drive and looks good
:( Poor Gas Mileage
drocksme, 06/17/2004
Ford Focus ZX3 Premium 2dr Hatchback (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I love the sporty look of this car. Fun to drive, easy to park - I live in the city.