From efficiencyminded models to the highperformance st, the 2016 ford focus remains one of the bestdriving small cars on the market. It is made as a replacement for the old ford escort. A 10best cars winner in 2012 and 20, ford s thirdgeneration focus is now merely a competent small car that is starting to show its age among a set of fresher rivals. Jan 28, 2016 the 2017 ford focus rs is a track car disguised as a practical hatchback. All of the repair components needed to get your car back on the road are featured in our 2017 ford focus accessories and parts range too. The allnew focus is built to improve your driving experience in every way. Refreshed for 2015, the ford focus gains a revised exterior styling, standard rearview camera, and an updated sync interface with applink, which enables owners to use apps from their mobile. If youre looking for utility, however, it may not be the best option. The ford focus is inexpensive, stylish, practical and fun. The 2015 ford focus hones in on those details with exterior styling that wont look old in.
Two years later, in 2000, the car model was also introduced in the us. This is the kind of car that seethes with potential. No, its not as well known as compact car models such as the honda civic, ford focus and mazda3, but the newfor20 dart has grown on us for several reasons. Just found out about this subreddit, literally today, so i guess i skipped the help me part but at least i can still share. Chevy cruze, ford focus, hyundai elantra, mazda 3, vw. Car and driver 10best is a list annually produced by car and driver cd, nominating what it considers the ten best cars of the year. Despite lurking in the shadow of the rs these days, the ford focus st is still here, and still relevant. In 1998, ford motor company produced a compact car called ford focus.
The car was an instant hit in europe, probably because of its style and appearance that is distinctly european. The fantastic ford focus rs enters its final year of production. Ford is known for its range of driver assistance and active safety systems, and the focus st benefits from that. Yes, the 2018 ford focus is a great choice for those who want a sporty compact car. We have 6,296 ford focus vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 4,490 1owner cars, and 5,340 personal use cars. The focus will return for 2020, however, as a redesigned car in 5door hatchback or. Sep 26, 2018 given the absurd lack of basic motor vehicle skill from the woman trying to reverse this ford focus out of a basic. Learn about the 2012 ford focus shop for the focus. I have purchased from them in the past and was looking to again. The engineers at ford have taken the revamp of the focus pretty seriously and managed to pack some intensive driver assistance tech into a small. I pretty much knew that before driving the car, despite this being the pitch i gave ford to convince them to loan me one for a week. Ingot silver metallic 2012 ford focus titanium fwd fwd 6speed automatic with selectshift 2.
That means that the fiesta, fusion, and the taurus will be dropped from the automakers lineup within a few years, if not sooner. Car and driver lightning lap at vir ford focus rs forum. The 2016 ford focus comes standard with ford s sync voicecontrol system, a usb port, and bluetooth. Ford has launched the 2020 focus st and it trumps the. The focus st satisfies performance fanatics who cant afford the trackready focus rs or want more power and practicality than the terrific albeit tiny ford fiesta st. Its 2008 redesign gave the focus a real sense of refinement inside, and the ride is smooth and quiet. When fords focus burst onto the small bodytype scene at the beginning of the millennium, it was a revolutionary small car.
Fits 20002007 ford focus 4d sedanhatchback driver left rear door window glass fits. As soon as i got behind the wheel of the 2016 ford focus st, i was happy. When ford s focus burst onto the small bodytype scene at the beginning of the millennium, it was a revolutionary small car. I just bought a 2016 focus st and have a quick question. Unfortunately, ford will no longer be building focus. If you want a bigger interior buy a bigger car or before you know it the focus will be a midsize car andor ford will drop the multilink rear for a craptastic torsion beam like the chevy cruze. Helpful tips on how you can keep your ford focus in best form.
Meet the usbound, allwheeldrive 2016 ford focus rs autoweek. Rather, the driver is asked to coax the car, keep the revs up, let off less, and balance the boost to keep events moving quickly in the power band. This next generation car is packed with an impressive set of driver assist technologies including pre. As of this writing, our compact car rankings feature 24 entrants.
When it first debuted in 2000, the ford focus was hailed as the first american small car that could go head to head with the japanese small wonders from honda, toyota and nissan. Its technology thats so effortless and useful, youll wonder how you ever did without it. Cobb ford focus st from car and driver ford focus st forum. The focus ceased production in 2018, but as a used car its a great value either as a hatchback or a sedan. But you can still contact your local dealer about availability and check out our other vehicles that might be perfect for you and your family. New and used car and truck parts and accessories on sale automotive parts and accessories. Dont be afraid to put the allnew dodge dart on your teendriver shopping list. The focus is built to improve your driving experience in every way. The ford focus features good economy ratings, and when combined with its low base price, the focus is one of the most frugal commuter vehicles available. Car and driver focus s blend of refinement and design, cclass room at a bclass price and fuel economy, along with a clean fourcylinder engine, could teach consumers that compromise is not always required when embracing a compact car. Ford focus st features and specs at car and driver. The 2006 ford focus is a wonderful small car thats fun to drive, fuel efficient, and offered in such a wide variety of configurations it would be hard not to find one that suits your needs.
Once youve chosen the fiesta that fits you best, you have a wide array of features, including 10 eyecatching colors, that leave you. The current ford focus was introduced for the 2012 model year. Ford focus family hatchback with smart tech ford uk. This next generation car is packed with advanced features like ford copilot360, an impressive set of driver assist technologies including adaptive cruise control with stop and go and lane centring, and active park assist 2. Nov 27, 2018 the focus rs is absolutely a car worth modifying. A 10best cars winner in 2012 and 20, ford s thirdgeneration focus is now merely a competent small car that is starting to. Its a groundup redesign with a new look, a heap more. New styling inside and out, a new model lineup, and a new twodoor coupe are hallmarks of the 2008 ford focus. Unfortunately, ford has done little with the car since then to keep. The focus actually won the shootout i believe it was car and driver did. Cd also produces the 5best list, highlighting what it considers the five best trucks of the year. Design 5seat car leather seat covers for ford ecosprt edge escape focus fusion fits.
This compact car was introduced for the 2000 model year, replacing the previous ford escort. Former ford focus or fiesta owners may have a lot of money. It is sourced exclusively from trusted companies to make sure you get 2017 ford focus parts and accessories of high quality. Car complaints, car problems and defect information. A driver with their eyes looking down the road and a bit of finesse across the pedals will be rewarded with a heavily sportminded drive, even on public roads. Power mirror for 20002007 ford focus front passenger side textured black. Ford focus questions the drivers floor board is always wet.
Power mirror for 20002007 ford focus front driver side textured black. Ford has announced that it is going to stop selling 4door sedans in america. Hook up with the ford focus accessories that get the job done. By mike sutton from the august 20 issue of car and driver testedfans of the original roidedout honda civics that launched the tuner craze and made vin diesels career may have aged, but ford s new turbocharged focus st proves theres still some energy left in the traditional sportcompact scene and the aftermarket that feeds off it. Ford hid focus, fiesta transmission problems then blamed customers. The focus rx does everything in breakneck pace and in a cloud of burned rubber. It is a frontwheel drive with a 5passenger seat capacity. Unfortunately the truck i wanted sold before i could get to it, but they followed up with me and stayed in communication. Mar 23, 2016 fords family hatchback has never been livelier. Navigation, dualzone automatic climate control, and the new sync 3 infotainment system with an 8inch touch screen are available.
Search new and used cars, research vehicle models, and compare cars, all online at. Its the allwheeldrive 315plus hp hot hatch with the 2. For one thing, my test car was dressed in optional tangerine scream orange paint. We found it more comfortable than some of the other compact cars, with roomy, cushy seats and a. Ford has been hyping its allwheeldrive hatchback for pretty much a full year, most. May 21, 2018 the sedan test car came in titanium trim and was equipped with extracost paint, a titanium technology package, active park assist, navigation system, and a premium sound system. The compact ford focus sedan and hatchback slot above the subcompact fiesta sedan and hatch and below the midsize fusion and fullsize taurus sedans in the automakers passenger car lineup. The ford focus was restyled for the 2008 model year, and changes were made to the side structure to improve occupant protection in side impact crashes.
Five perfectly respectable rides for upandcomers establish a new standard for compact sedans. The 2017 ford focus rs is a track car disguised as a practical hatchback. Ford throws the kitchen sink at new focus, claiming its the. Fast, usable, temptingly priced and huge fun to drive, the new focus rs isnt just the affordable driver s car of the moment, its also probably the best. The 2011 ford focus has 7 problems reported for locks wont lock or unlock. This rating ranks the ford focus 27th out of 36 among compact cars. Rating is available when the video has been rented. At the moment, ford s plans for the upcoming north american market launch of its new focus are just a bit fuzzy. Few models are as well known around the world as the ford focus. Our inventory of ford focus accessories and parts has you covered every step of the way with the kind of quality that goes the distance guaranteed. Full test of the 2016 ford focus hatchback equipped with the. Ford has better power to weight ratio and was still 3 seconds slower. Ford focus 5 out of 5 stars 1 product rating 1 product ratings fits 20002007 ford focus 4d sedanhatchback driver left rear door window glass.
I read somewhere that the cobalt driver was a journalist from a different company that i dont read. Learn about the 2014 ford focus shop for the focus. We purchased a 20 ford focus sfe in september 2012 and have driven it 1,200 miles so far. Thats not the case with the cars handling dynamics, interior room, and cutting. Car and driver 10best is a list annually produced by car and driver cd, nominating what it. The 2018 ford focus ranking is based on its score within the 2018 compact cars category. I will continue to check their site for my used truck needs. Similarly, complaining about how small the interior is needs to stop.
The new focus st is offered with adaptive cruise control. The chevrolet cruze and ford focus, which are often crossshopped against each other, fall somewhere in the middle. Car and driver dismisses the rs ford focus rs forum. Enter your zip code to search used focus listings in your area. Mountune usa builds many of the engines for the factorysupported rally and rallycross teams and have kits available at ford dealerships in europe. The dealership sold me the car brand new with 67 miles on it, after they had filled the tank the distance to e was like 430, the car now has about 200 miles on it and i. Not much about the car was hightech it lacked driver assist features or fancy. Learn more about price, engine type, mpg, and complete safety and warranty information. Used ford focus for sale browse used cars and new cars. All production vehicles for sale in that calendar year are considered with these recent restrictions. Apr 11, 2018 ford isnt mincing words at the launch of its allnew focus lineup, claiming its quite simply, the best car in our 114year history. The focus offers seating for five and is available in hatchback and sedan body styles.
Both of these affordable cars seat five passengers, are available in sedan and hatchback body styles, and can. The ford focus was first introduced in europe in 1998, replacing the then successful ford escort. The focus will return for 2020, however, as a redesigned car in 5door hatchback or wagon configuration. Every used car for sale comes with a free carfax report. Built on the outskirts of detroitfor another year or soand with a welldeserved spot in driveways across the country, the ford focus is as american as apple pie. The compactcar market is one of the most competitive, and its the details that make a car a winner. Do that, and a valve opens on the driver s side tailpipe, letting the exhaust out with a roar. Love it i went from a 2003 jeep cherokee gas guzzaler to this sweet car, what an improvement. Mirror 2006 ford focus new and used car and truck parts.