2001 Ford Focus Zetec review from UK and Ireland
"Great fun to drive"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
As with many Focuses (or is it Foci) there has been a problem with stalling at slow speed, this has been looked at by the dealer, but as the problem is expensive to fix they have just tweaked the engine a tad. It now stalls approximately once a month as apposed to the once or twice a week before the 'fix'.
Front right heater vent does not work, dealer unable to fix!
General comments?
Although under powered at 1.4 it is adequate the new 1.6 is much better.
This car has the best road holding in any car of its class, an absolute joy to drive, fun, exciting, comfortable.
Also a bit of a head turner in the 3 door which is by far the best looking model, alloys are nice, interior looks great.
Boot space is adequate, seating also OK, regularly carry 4 adults for long distances with no complaints.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 2001 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.4 Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 102 miles |
| Most recent distance | 51000 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota Picnic |
| Date of Entry | 29th January, 2003 |