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Used 2005 Ford Focus ZX5 SES 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M) Consumer Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars
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4.63 out of 5 stars

Focus on the MPG

JOL, 11/14/2008
Ford Focus ZX5 SES 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

I initially purchased the car while in the service in Guam back in 2005, and drove it less than 5,000 miles my first 3 years. Now that I'm back in the states, I get to see just how the ZX5 really nandles. I had to replace the original dealership tires at 16,000 miles, otherwise, it runs like a gem. I drove it from Houston to Dallas last week, and still had a quarter tank left when I got there. So, I drove on that 1/4 of gas back to Houston. You do the math. And yes, the AC was on.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Focus ZX3 For Me!

Debbie, 04/28/2005
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.

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5 out of 5 stars

Key stuck in ignition

rebel5386, 08/06/2009
Ford Focus ZX5 SES 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful

This is an awesome car. I love it. I have 63000 on it, bought it with 35000. I just now had to replace the breaks and a tail light. However, my key won't come out. Its the ignition tumbler, and ford wants 300 at least to fix it. I don't suppose someone knows a way around this? I love this car, its so much fun, I paid too much at the time, but it has been so worth it. I just hate that I can't get my key out. The car starts fine, and turns off fine, its just that the key wont come out. HELP!!!!!!!!!!!

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4.13 out of 5 stars

Fun to drive little car.

Jason O'Neal, 05/28/2005
Ford Focus ZX5 SES 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Went from a '03 ZTS to an '05 ZX5 SES And I love it! This car feels so much more powerful than the '03. Very roomy with a number of options (like a moon roof, heated leather seats, a 500 watt Sony stereo ext.) The ride is very smooth and it drives like a dream. I'm still getting used to the new styling inside and out, but I love this car. Just wish the the 2.3's were a option on all models, not just the ST's A very good small car.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

My Yellow Focus

djroeder, 04/28/2005
Ford Focus ZX5 SES 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

The Ford Focus is a looker! I have a bright yellow Focus and I have people of all ages looking at it. I love to drive it as it is a fun car to drive. It stays on the road well and handles curves well. I drive on the highway most of the time and it holds its own there also. If I was going to complain about something it would be the paint job. I don't think it holds up well; it scratches easily. Also, I have had to have 3 lug nut covers replaced as they fall off after having the tires rotated. I would also like just an inch or two more room in the back seat leg area.

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