2000 Ford Focus Reviews - Page 32 of 45

2000 Ford Focus ZX3 2.0 DOHC Zetec from North America

Year of manufacture	2000
First year of ownership	2000
Most recent year of ownership	2002
Engine and transmission	2.0 DOHC Zetec Manual
Performance marks	9 / 10
Reliability marks	6 / 10
Comfort marks	8 / 10
Dealer Service marks	7 / 10
Running Costs (higher is cheaper)	8 / 10
Overall marks (average of all marks)	7.6 / 10
Distance when acquired	17 miles
Most recent distance	18900 miles
Previous car	Geo Metro

Summary:

The best car in it's class and an outstanding value

Faults:

Brake return spring broke shortly after taking delivery. This did not affect brake performance, but the brake light was always on.

Jammed the shifter linkage during a drag race at just over 16,000 miles.

Left rear wheel bearing failed causing wheel lockup at 18,000 miles.

General Comments:

Not perfect, but a great car, performance is above average, handling isn't class leading it's class dominating.

Interior room, design as well as fit and finish are superb.

This car is without a doubt the best in in it's class, I would (and do) recommend the car to others.

I attribute the problems with the car to first year glitches, my next car will likely be another Focus.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 9th October, 2002

2nd Mar 2005, 15:49

The problem with the Focus line is the same problem with the other two of the big three in North America: Great launches followed by excessive cost cutting. It doesn't help that the US economy tanked around 2000 and Ford and the others went after their supply base with a vengeance to control costs. This contributed to terrible quality problems.

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24th Aug 2005, 10:38

The Ford Focus has been around since 1998 in Europe and form it's launch date, there were no problems with the car. There should be no 1st year glitches.

Ford Motor Company should be ashamed of themselves for not building the car to the same standard as the European Focus, but then again most US/Mexico made vehicles are nearly always sub-standard compared to European/Japanese made vehicles. Just look at the Early 2000's Volkswagen Jetta.

I am now considering suing Ford Motor Company through Small Claims to get my money back for a failed Ignition Switch/Cylinder which should have been recalled 5 years ago.

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2000 Ford Focus from North America

Year of manufacture	2000
First year of ownership	2000
Most recent year of ownership	2002
Engine and transmission	Automatic
Performance marks	2 / 10
Reliability marks	4 / 10
Comfort marks	1 / 10
Dealer Service marks	1 / 10
Running Costs (higher is cheaper)	9 / 10
Overall marks (average of all marks)	3.4 / 10
Distance when acquired	30 miles
Most recent distance	1800 miles
Previous car	Ford Focus

Faults:

I've had a recall on the windshield.

I've had to go back to the dealer numerous amounts of times for the brakes.

I've had a recall on the Axel.

I've had a defective seatbelt.

I've had to have a new ignition put in because the key wouldn't go in.

General Comments:

This car is a serious piece of junk.

However the radio is excellent.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No

Review Date: 27th September, 2002

11th Feb 2003, 00:25

ZTS - It's french for zee total piece fo you know what.

After just one week of owning a focus, the accelerator cable came off. Then one power window had to be fixed. Then an oxygen sensor had to be replaced. Then the radio had to be fixed. The lumbar support broke, and a loose air vent. Now the transmission is leaking. When will it stop? This is my first American car I've purchased and probably the last.

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2000 Ford Focus SE (Sport Package) 2.0 Zetec from North America

Year of manufacture	2000
First year of ownership	2001
Most recent year of ownership	2002
Engine and transmission	2.0 Zetec Manual
Performance marks	9 / 10
Reliability marks	9 / 10
Comfort marks	10 / 10
Dealer Service marks	5 / 10
Running Costs (higher is cheaper)	10 / 10
Overall marks (average of all marks)	8.6 / 10
Distance when acquired	20000 miles
Most recent distance	64000 miles
Previous car	Mazda B2200

Summary:

Nice Family car with sporty style and performance

Faults:

22,000 Overheating Problem (Ford Claims to have fixed it, but it still overheats in traffic?)

64,000 Check Engine Light (Low Battery Voltage)

General Comments:

2000 Ford Focus SE with Sport Package.

16" Wheels

2.0 Zetec 130 Hp / 135 Torque.

The car is very roomy, nice style, great performance, although the low end torque could use a little boost.

The Performance is just as good if not better than the Honda Civic. More Toque!

Good Gas Mileage.

Many aftermarket parts to boost power and performance.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 20th September, 2002