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Devon Nelson, 08/06/2015
2005 Ford Focus ZX5 SE 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
I bought my 05 ZX5 back in 2013 with 76k on the clock, it now has 93k and nothing major has gone wrong.The worst problem being the driver side rear door lock going out, I bought a used part and replaced it myself. I wish the fuel economy was better I seem to get 28mpg max but other then that the hatch has allowed me to haul big items and 4 doors make passengers getting in easier. My friend got a brand new Fiesta ST and its a pain to get in and out of and the car feels downright claustrophobic despite being a great deal faster. The Focus is a great used car bargain.
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Horrible car!!
orionmomof3, 07/24/2009
2005 Ford Focus ZX3 SE 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
I bought this car brand new! Within a year my transmission went out, clutch, clutch cylinder and my front axle broke!! I never drove it rough never got in an accident nothing! It was in the shop for two months!!! got it back two weeks later my clutch transmission was out again! I got tired of waiting and bought a four door 07 focus....all of them are horrible!! door handle has broken off, cant use the key to the trunk, my alternator broke....mind you both were brand new!!!!! Ford is horrible and I will never buy from them again!!!!!!
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Regret Selling It!!
Diaur, 02/23/2010
2005 Ford Focus ZX5 SE 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought my Focus ZX5 brand new in May 2005. It was such a fun and sporty car. It is excellent drive and has great fuel economy. I sold the car to CarMax in 2007 as I bought another car. It is one of the worst decisions I've made in my life! I regret selling it!
Comfortable car, fun to drive
WOODVILLENURSE, 03/03/2010
2005 Ford Focus ZX4 SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought this car wrecked with no warranty with only 20,000 miles. Went to Alaska and back putting over 10,000 miles on it I was having trouble with it dying when I slowed down and sped up the time a bit, then the check engine light came on saying it was revved up too high. Slowed it back down, changed the brain, and every other part that has to do with smooth running, nothing helped. Now, it is skipping when I'm cruising about 50mph, I was told it might be the ignition coil, but changed them out and that wasn't the case. If anybody has any idea what the problem is, please let me know. I have thoroughly enjoyed this car and if I had it to do over again, I would buy it. It is fun to drive!
Focus ZX3 For Me!
Debbie, 04/28/2005
2005 Ford Focus ZX5 SES 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I love this car! It's the most reliable US made car I have ever owned. It's fun to drive, handles well and is great even in snow. My next car will also be a Focus. Can't beat the gas mileage with the gas prices today. And it is practically maintenance free.
Affordable Ford Fun
Darrell NUssbaum, 04/30/2005
2005 Ford Focus ZX3 SES 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
My SES is nicely equipped; it has just about all the options you can order. It handles like a jungle cat on a chase. I'm very inpressed with the quality and comfort this auto presents. The fit and finish is excellent. Whether you are driving or just admiring the ZX3 you feel the tingle of ownership. It is a fine Detroit piece of workmanship with a look of things to come down the road. It is fun driving that is affordable with many creature comforts.
Good Basic Car
Joel from IL, 08/31/2005
2005 Ford Focus ZX4 SES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
We owned a 2003 Focus, and we traded for the 2005. We now have 3500 miles on the Focus. The 2005 is fun to drive, but it seems that I have to readjust the wheel for each bump I hit. It may be because of the low-profile tires. I'm surprised at only 21-22 mpg city which isn't good for a 4 cylinder. The dealer reflashed the PCM to see if that helps. One downgrade is cheaper quality interior materials. Also, the door and quarter panels aren't flush which is a build quality issue. This Focus has been to the dealer for a minor issue of rough morning idle. Despite the negatives, driving a 2004 Cavalier left me wanting my Focus back.
My Baby!
ariana, 04/15/2007
2005 Ford Focus ZX3 S 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I plan on keeping this car for the next 50 years! I've had no problems with it at all, and the gas mileage is fantastic on the freeway. The EPA estimate is 35 HWY for my model, and on my last trip I got 34.8, while going 70 or more with no AC. No mechanical problems at all, and it's compact size is great for maneuvering in Los Angeles. The car costs nothing to operate besides the $19.99 oil change I get religiously, and gas.
Excellent Vehicle
bDw, 02/19/2006
2005 Ford Focus ZX4 SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This is an excellent vehicle. I LOVE it! It is very fuel efficient ... very good car for a teen because it is very safe. One of the safest cars of the newer model cars. Very good looking as well.
Fun to Drive, Easy to Park
RWGManhattan, 02/05/2005
2005 Ford Focus ZX5 S 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Great little car with sporty handling, good fuel economy, and lots of flexible space. It parks in spaces too tight for most other available cars except the cramped Mini and cheap Chevy Aveo. It's got better handling than and a ride superior to the Hyundai Elantra, the Scion triplets (though the boxy XB has more and more flexible interior space), and other cars in its class. It doesn't have the cramped feeling of the Corolla, the Pontiac Vibe, the Civic.