2004 Ford Focus SE review from North America
"A good idea"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I bought this car brand New, and I have only had the car for a week. I have experienced few things that have gone wrong.
I have been getting worse gas mileage than expected, but its not broken in yet. So I will wait it out.
I have been having a hard time getting it started. It feels like the timing might be off.
However I wouldn't know, all I have ever owned is used GM & Volkswagen products.
I don't like the speakers being in the doors. I am working something out with my customs mechanic on getting box speakers installed in the trunk. Very tricky.
General comments?
I was very skeptical about buying a Ford product. I was also comparing the Focus to a Tempo that my family owned. Which isn't comparable at all.
The Focus is generally fun to drive, in most cases its power equals that of my Buick Regal's V6. Except for when driving up hills on the freeway it has a hard time keeping speed, even when cruise is on.
I love being able to park where ever I want to. Its small compact size is great, especially when the interior is decently roomy.
I am glad I chose the Focus over the Dodge Neon or the Chevrolet/Geo Metro I was looking at.
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| Best Bang for Buck - Sporty and still practical |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 2004 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 Zetec Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 129 miles |
| Most recent distance | 780 miles |
| Previous car | Buick Regal |
| Date of Entry | 3rd June, 2004 |