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4.13 out of 5 stars

Not a bad buy at all

Legato2001, 09/29/2005
2005 Ford Focus ZX4 SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I initially got some bad advice from people about buying a Ford. Although I've had the car for only a couple of months, I find those complaints to be unfounded. It's not the most comfortable car in the world for long drives, but it definitely allows for a fun drive. The steering is very nice, the sound system is very good, and the fuel economy leaves nothing to be desired. All around, a great buy for the money.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

2005 ZX3 SES

pwhopkins, 09/29/2005
2005 Ford Focus ZX3 SES 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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Only 1500 miles on the ZX3. So far it is great. Fuel economy is not what I was hoping for, but after reading other threads on this, I guess averaging 29 is better than some. Car has plenty of power. Very fun to drive and handles great. A little heavy on the road noise, but better then Honda.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Fun and quiet

jereme, 03/31/2005
2005 Ford Focus ZX3 S 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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Extremely quiet car, sporty, quick shifting, and comfortable. I was in dire need of a car after my previous one failed ('73 Beetle). This was not my first choice, as I am still not a fan of the looks. But price and warranty definitely pushed the choice for me.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Rebadged

Brian123, 06/17/2004
2005 Ford Focus ZX4 S 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I like the car but there it is little different from my old focus. There are no curtain airbags and no rear head restraints. I don't feel safe driving adults in the back.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

2005 ST

Dale, 10/07/2005
2005 Ford Focus ZX4 ST 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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I've had my ST for a couple of months now and it's a real blast to drive. My wife got the basic model and I got the ST and I'd recommend the ST for it has a much tighter feel for the road. (and a bit quicker). I haven't had a 5 speed in yrs and I forgot how much fun they are while getting better gas mileage also. The heated leather seats are a real plus and the stereo really cranks!

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