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Was Never A Focus Fan...Til Now :)
jihavoh, 04/02/2012
2012 Ford Focus S 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
9 of 10 people found this review helpful
I was looking for a high mpg car to replace my Sonata because I drive so many miles annually, it makes a significant difference. I went to a Ford dealership to test drive a Fiesta which was underpowered and too cramped. The salesman suggested the Focus and I was sold in seconds. It was still a little more cramped than the Sonata (obviously), but it made up for it in in every other aspect.
way to go Ford
aenigmatic, 06/02/2011
2012 Ford Focus SEL 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6AM)
9 of 10 people found this review helpful
I have recently purchased my first domestic auto (other than my mom's buick I had in HS) in this new Focus and I am really impressed. There are so many features it is easier to ask what it doesn't have than what it does have. More importantly, these features work well, all the way down to the rain-sensing wipers (!). The steering is responsive, the engine sounds great, and the fuel efficiency is best of breed. I have owned VW, Honda, Acura, Toyota, Nissan, Saab, BMW and Buick. I can truthfully say that this is the nicest car I have ever had, and no one will ever accuse me of being a snob for driving it.
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2012 Focus has Transmission issues
psheldon, 09/15/2011
2012 Ford Focus SEL 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6AM)
12 of 14 people found this review helpful
Been reading reviews. Yes, I know it's an automated dual clutch and am familiar with the technology. It's a good design. However, the computer setting is dubious and our dealer covered up. Shifting was jerky and we were told it was "normal" or due to being an early model. Then recently it revved to 4000 and more in shifting - sounded a mess and engine light came on. Normal -- or who's lying? Heard it was adjusting itself and a computer upgrade was needed. Have been told it was "Normal" "Battery problem" "Get the regular computer update," How insulting can your service department be? Asked for computer printout -- "Delayed shift" Fully fine now (for now?) with new computer setting.
DO NOT BUY THIS CAR
kc, 05/09/2017
2012 Ford Focus SE 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
First of all the transmission is terrible. my 2012 hatchback has had me stranded many times. On top of that the whole fuel system malfunctioned an had to be replaced. Ford should take these cars off the streets an give the people who have them something else something SAFE to drive.
- Safety
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Reliability
AWESOME
howard45, 05/13/2012
2012 Ford Focus Titanium 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6AM)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
We traded my wifes Escape, which she dearly loved, for the Focus Titanium. She wanted more fuel mileage and a more sporty vehicle and she definitely got it with the Focus. We took our first trip and got 37.4 MPG driving the speed limits on the Interstates. Ride and handling are superb. This is a winner. Our local Ford dealer was one reason we bought. We had recieved excellent service on the Escape since moving here.