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4.13 out of 5 stars

It's all about fuel economy...

bryce, 05/29/2006
2006 Ford Focus ZX4 SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I've had this car for about 3 months now and am pleased with it. I bought this car to get better fuel economy and it has delivered. Driving like an old man I can get 30-31 mpg with mostly freeway driving at around 65 mph. Driving a little more spirited with higher freeway speeds and more city driving I get between 25-27 mpg. Aside from fuel efficiency the cornering on this vehicle is a bit rough (sway) which is kind of annoying since I make a lot of U-turns. Also, the inside is very bland and there is a lot of road noise, but what do you expect for the price? Will I buy another Focus? Probably not, but I am very pleased with my purchase and expect to have this car for many years.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Best car out (for the money)

josh, 05/29/2006
2006 Ford Focus ZX3 SES 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I picked this up as a commuter car to make the 140 mile round trip commute to school. It's got plenty of power, and is responsive. It rolls down the highway smooth as silk at 75-80 miles an hour. I got the cold weather package (heated seats and side mirrors), Sony audiophile package and all the goodies that come with the SES trim. For the money, this car can not be beat. Comfortable, stylish and plenty of pep from the 2L engine. No other entry level car competes with the Focus.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

A great American Car!

Focus, 10/11/2009
2006 Ford Focus ZX4 SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I love my focus I purchased it used with only 6k on and in 1st year I put on 35K. Great fuel economy I am getting city/hwy combined milage of 35MPG I am not driving like a a snail. I like that it is a PZEV partial zero emission vehicle. It took Honda and Toyota 1 to 2 years to bring the PZEV to market. The Focus has been PZEV since 2005 here in CA.. The 2.0 PZEV motor is a terrific motor, I have had zero problems.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Fun and practical

JamieB, 02/24/2006
2006 Ford Focus ZX4 SES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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This is the third Focus I've driven and again, I am impressed with its bang for the buck. The Focus handles well and has a nice peppy engine, particularly with the standard transmission. I "downgraded" from a very nice VW Jetta to a new Focus and must say that the Focus is more fun to drive and handles just as well as my $27K Jetta! And is so much cheaper to maintain. My only complaint is with the sound system, which is a little muffled sounding compared to what you might find in a more luxury-style car. If you just want a practical, reliable ride to work and around town that's fun, this is it!

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4.5 out of 5 stars

2006 Ford Focus ST

Bill, 05/31/2006
2006 Ford Focus ZX4 ST 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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The Mazda 2.3 engine coupled with the 5 speed manual transmission make for a fun car to drive. Very precise steering and plenty of road feel give this economy sedan a truly sporty feel. Rear wheel drive would be a real plus. Gas mileage suffers as one keeps the revs high to fully appreciate the performance capabilities.

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