Used 2007 Ford Focus ZX5 SE 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M) Consumer Reviews
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The Reason I went to Ford and they went Bankrupt
T. E. Garrison, Conover, NC, 07/24/2017
Ford Focus ZX5 SE 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
5 of 9 people found this review helpful
If you have the opportunity to buy a 2007 Ford Focus 5 Door Hatchback, do it. Now to expand on this a little, and explain the title, there are literally a million Ford Focuses from the Generation I of the Focus running around the United States, and almost every last one of them looks prettier and is nicer than the hideous monstrosity that followed it in the United States, you see Ford decided that the Europeans deserved a different Focus, they also apparently deserved to keep the Hatchback, thanks to this policy, the 08-11 Focus was essentially costing Ford extra money, something that cost them far more than their buyers when the recession hit. Now about my car, Ford went out with Gen I by making a superb model year, it even in my mind compares favorably in some aspects with the 2012 Focus, for example, the seats are more comfortable, they're easier to slide out of and into, the cushioning is more substantial or at least better distributed and the cars lines in certain areas are ever so slightly smoother. The car on it's own merits has the traditional hatchback arguments going for it, the hatch is decently sized, the interior is roomy for a small car, and despite it having a hatch, the rear window to me seems superior to even large sedans due to it being essentially vertical and giving you a clear rear view. Other pluses for this car come from it being in the small car category, good MPG for it's age, though the EPA folks do like to revise that, the tires aren't huge but not so small a bump in the road would ruin them. On Electronics, this is one area where the Focus showed it's age, on my model for example, the car does not even have a rev counter, only a speedometer, many normal gauges on cars from the period, such as battery voltage are not on this model, but it does come with cruise control on several models which for that year is actually still a plus for the segment and for Ford. The stereo system is ancient and the fact that most of their original owners decided the original stereo was terrible and replaced it, mine for example has a Pioneer Stereo which allows me a USB port or Aux Cable should inform you about a stock stereo. The only serious issue I can have with this car are things well beyond my control, the transmission is a miserable 4 speed automatic transmission, overwhelmed under any reasonable acceleration by an engine with some 30 less horsepower than it's modern descendant from the 2012 Generation of Focuses, the first and third gears are so long you could fit two more in them, which is exactly what Ford did in 2012. The engine is only about 138 horses, or less, it has changed three times since I bought the car, that was in 2014, not terrible, but considering what they could have gotten out of her with only a little trickery with the engine, at least 160 horses, believe it or not that would make a difference. The steering makes me feel like I am in a Formula 1 Car, not a hatchback and is worthy of cars more agile and more powerful, a definite plus for me. That's the car itself, the only other issue is resale value, if you buy this car, keep it, it won't be worth the effort to negotiate giving it to a dealership and if you are a young driver, it's good to have a car around when you buy a new car to keep the miles down on that car. If well kept and not abused, the car will last well into the 150k or 200k mile range. It's more than paid for itself by this point as well.
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Nice Car
Michael, 06/20/2007
Ford Focus ZX5 SE 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I work for a delivery service. Since purchaseing this car in April 2007 I have placed 9000 miles on it with no problems. I really enjoy every minute in this car. The ride is great and the car coast on the Highway at 85 with little noise but reponsive speed. I average around 31 mpg during city and highway drive. At the same time this fuel efficeny is reached with my focus running no stop for 4-6 hours at a time. The interior is spacious and refined. On long trips at speed of 80- 85 mph I usually average 34-35 mpg on the highway. This car is a great buy with the ford deals and I would buy another in four years with out a question.
'07 Ford Focus 5dr SE
Mike, 04/27/2007
Ford Focus ZX5 SE 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Just got the Ford Focus SE 5 door. So far I like it. The gas millage is great. The Focus seems to handle very well.
Practical all-rounder
Kevin, 08/10/2007
Ford Focus ZX5 SE 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I purchased this car after relocating across the country, and having to leave my old ride for the vultures. Needed a car that would fit the bill to haul all manner of awkward cargo and serve car- pool duty for my 80 mile (each way) commute. At 8 months and 18,000 miles in, my Focus has peformed reliably and without complaint. Not the nicest car in the segment, but for just over $14K, I got a 5 door hatchback with all the conveniences expected from a modern car, including the optional ABS and front side airbags, along with cruise control and a tilt/telescoping steering wheel. The driver's seat has so far proved comfortable for my 6'1" frame on drives up to 400 miles with no aches or pains.
door locks
George Duranleau, 09/01/2010
Ford Focus ZX5 SE 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 10 people found this review helpful
It's too easy to lock door with electronic door locks when keys are in ignition.
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