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5 out of 5 stars

A Great Choice!

Holly, 08/16/2008
2008 Ford Focus SES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I got my Focus after deciding to trade in my 2000 Jetta that had its fair share of problems over the years. My family has had several Fords and after checking out the Mazda 3, Civic, and Scion tc, this was the clear choice. It rides well, is fun to drive, and the Sync system is great. Ford was offering such great incentives that it was hard to justify not going with this car. If you're not sure, take one for a drive and you'll have a hard time saying no.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Smart Buy

blazojon, 01/04/2008
2008 Ford Focus SES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I did lots of research before buying my first vehicle and I found the Focus to be the best bang for my buck. My main interests in the Focus were the great exterior and interior looks along with the great gas mileage. I considered the Maza3, the Hyundai Elantra and the Mitsubishi Lancer, and I am very pleased I chose the Focus. I chose the SES trim with traction control.

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5 out of 5 stars

Best decision I've made in a while

Laurabel, 06/10/2009
2008 Ford Focus SES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I purchased my Focus in June of '08, after driving a gas guzzling minivan for 5 years. After looking at Toyotas, Hondas, Chevys and Mazdas, the Focus was just the best idea for cost and reliability. I'm at 17,500 miles and have no issues. The gas mileage got up to 41mpg highway, but also as low as 27mpg city. Being a musician and a sort of music junkie, it's just amazing how seamlessly my Zune works with Sync. It's a good looking car with lots of options and features; it just gets you where you need to go - in style.

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5 out of 5 stars

Glad I went back to Ford!

lbluke333, 08/20/2008
2008 Ford Focus S 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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Just purchased my new Focus in red about 2 weeks ago. I absolutely love it. I use the AC all the time and don't really take it easy on the gas pedal and I still average about 37 mpg driving about 8% highway miles. It's really fun to drive and it looks really sporty which is awesome. I got the 5 speed tranny which is so smooth when shifting. With no extras I walked away paying just over $13,000 with dealer rebates. The only gripe I have so far would have to be that there is no trunk release on the inside and the S model doesn't offer keyless entry. But overall I love the car and don't regret the purchase whatsoever.

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5 out of 5 stars

Great price-mpg

philip, 01/17/2008
2008 Ford Focus S 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I am completly satisfied with this car so far. I have only driven 430 miles but I love the way the car handles. I got the base model with the 5 speed maual transmission. I filled up at 400mi so the mpg is as advertized. I love the stlying and have had several compliments. I feel good driving this car. I needed an economical car that fit my budget and this was it!

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