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4.75 out of 5 stars

Used Focus

Joanne Johnson, 11/03/2005
2005 Ford Focus ZX4 SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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Bought car used with 22,000 miles 03/28/05. Have driven 12,000 miles, no problems. Great on gas. Heat comes off engine without heater on when turned to heat. Fast and efficient car with style.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Never thought I would buy a FORD

chevyfangoneford, 05/09/2005
2005 Ford Focus ZX4 ST 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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I was shopping for a car to replace my 2003 Chevy Cavalier. I wanted something sporty yet with good fuel economy. I was waiting for the new Chevy Cobalt to come out, wow what a disappointment. It was too small. The Ford Focus is so much bigger plus it had more to offer - power, fun to drive, better styling, and better performance all around. I like everything about my Focus ST; been happy with the car since I bought it. I recommend this car to anyone who wants performance, styling, and fuel economy all in one car.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

Great car, don't complain about MPG.

Socktown, 08/29/2005
2005 Ford Focus ZX4 ST 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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Someone complained about getting 26 mpg in the ST? The window sticker on mine clearly stated 21city/32highway. It's a high torque, short geared engine. It's not going to sip gas. Please don't criticize a machine for doing EXACTLY what it said it would do at the time of purchase. Now, I traded a Mustang GT Convertible for this. New baby and all that. I couldn't be happier. Acceptable gas mileage (I also get around 26), great fun to drive quotient and excellent room.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Solid

Focus Fan, 05/20/2005
2005 Ford Focus ZX4 ST 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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I had an SUV, so the fuel economy is flat out great. For the price, the ST model looks good, has plenty of cool features and is fun to drive. Anyone looking for a low cost fuel, efficient and fun car shouldn't sleep on this.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Pleasing Performance

T.L. Anderson, 05/22/2005
2005 Ford Focus ZX4 SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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When I went to purchase a new car, I was honestly more interested in the pricing than the actual car. I was used to buying used cars at least 10 years old. By the end of the first month, I was so in love with my Ford Focus that I wished I had made this purchase years earlier. I love the smooth ride, the HUGE trunk space (love to shop) and most of all the 26 miles per gallon (at least) in the CITY! I also love the new clearcoat that comes with the paint job. Even when my car needs washing, it looks sparkling in the sunlight. I will probably trade in my Focus next summer but only for a new model Ford Focus. I am pleased with my purchase and this car's performance.

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