Ford Focus hatchback 2004 - 2011 review - CarBuyer

You'll like the fact that this is one of the best small family cars to drive, and offers a range of powerful diesels. Even though the firm suspension and sporty ride is not to as comfortable as some rivals, a January 2008 facelift has improved looks and means interior quality is a close match for upmarket alternatives like the VW Golf. ECOnetic editions offer great fuel economy, while high performance ST editions are fun to drive. Both three and five-door models are spacious, but the latter is the better family choice.

[lucasmancini]

I own this car since 4 years. Bought it with 70‘000km now im on 140‘000. no repairs no problems, it just runs and works! It’s an amazing car! I love it!

[vandammefanz]

THIS FOCUS became a award for the best used car 2011 in Germany. i have the same in black

[EliranC]

Best car ever to buy in 2021.

Its cheap, its super safe, super reliable, fast and super fun to drive.

It my top rated family car, I drive it on my day to day life with a Honda Type R FK8 for when I want to release stress.


Believe or not, till I bought my Type R, I did some insane trips with it, from mountains to super sharp turns, it felt almost as good as my Type R, beyond speed, it feels almost the same.

That said, its more fun to drive a "common car" fast than an "expensive" car slow.

[sameyers]

I've an 07 reg one that I paid £490 for 2 years ago. Over 200k on the clock and still drives really well. Says a lot how good the design was and how well they were screwed together

[MrMonne]

I still have the 2009, 1.6 titanium. Honestly it's the best car I've owned.

[happyrics]

Got the 2008 1.6 Diesel Estate version, 4 years now never let me down yet, And drives brilliant, Plus the £30 a year tax is a advantage, Cant fault it at all, For 11 year old car, Im happy with it.

[Toledotourbillion]

Imagine if the blue oval manufactures this model again but with updated interior tech and newer engine. It will sell like hot cakes.

[adamwoodward]

I have an 09 Focus Titanium with the 1.6l petrol engine. It's a brilliant car, I've been all over the U.K. in it.

[panther]

I have a 3-door Focus Ti - vct from 2005 and it has 260.000 km. The car still looks great. The interior has no damages or noises and every time i am driving it, it makes me happy.

[DJTXD]

Ive got the ford focus style, same colour, 2008 model, love the look of it, and its never let me down

[joeparker]

It hasn't depreciated that much. Auto trader. find one for less than 4 grand on an 09 plate. Great car!

[HydroInvalid]

Bought this car years ago because of this. Was a very good car and helped me a ton

[jackdren]

I owned the 2007 MK2 estate pre face-lift version with the 1.6 engine

Absolutely lovely car. Solid quality, great engine in terms of reliability (not so much on power), very stable on the road, and quite good looking imo, especially the estate.

[lbukem]

Just bought one of these. Best car I've ever owned.

[grahamd]

I have just bought the 2008 titanim model for a good price. Its 2.0l diesel six speed gear box with 18inch Alloys. It has higher specs inside over the Zetec. It drives lovely and is very quick. The extras include:

Electric drivers seat
Cruise control
Auto dimming rear view mirror
Auto lights
Auto windscreen wipers
Parking sensors
Passenger light and vanity mirror
Sun glasses holder
Rear seats has pull out middle arm rest with cup holders
Upgraded seats all round.

[Stevewatson]

Just got one it’s the 1.8 zetec, stepping down in power from my mapped Sri it’s pleasant I drive around a country town it’s geared nicely for it and can handle the moterway when I do venture. Plenty of space and has a nice sound.

[LDNY]

Such an amazing car, Yes I have one (1.6L silver Zetec) and I just can't fault it. Yes there are some parts which are slightly cheap like he mentioned, but if you don't mind that, then the focus is wonderful.

[jeffallinson]

I owned a mk 2 1.6 diesel econetic and I loved it. With the ridiculous fuel prices now, I wish I kept it.

[Frog]

Is this the face lifted 2008+ model? I love the look of this particular car in the video

[autofriendleads]

The car is beautiful and solid. It is spacious and looks comfortable for a small family. It has a big space for the luggage to go on a holiday. It is smooth and good on the road.