For The Focus’s sharp handling and steering make it more fun than many rivals, and it’s one of the most practical cars in its class. Big discounts are available, too.
Against The Focus isn’t as refined as some of its rivals and it doesn’t hold its value well. All versions are pricey, and the interior design and materials are uninspiring.
What Car? says
Every version of the Focus is good to drive, and if you choose the right model, it gives you all the kit and space you’re likely to need. Big discounts help to offset poor resale values.
Reader review rating
There are 35 Ford Focus versions available
Buyer's notes
Target Price team says:
The Focus range is so big that it really does provide everything from economical runabouts to fire-breathing hot hatches, via practical estates and sexy coupe-cabriolets. These three- and five-door hatchbacks are the core of the range, however. The sheer number of used Focuses out there means that resale values aren’t strong, but the flipside is that you can get a big discount on the list price.
Entry-level models are a little short on power and kit, so we’d recommend moving up to Zetec trim, because you then shouldn't have to add any optional extras.
Of the wide range of engines, the 1.6 TDCI diesel is our pick. It’s flexible and refined, yet provides incredible fuel economy and emits very little CO2. The dearer diesel and petrol models push the price uncomfortably high, while the hot ST model sounds great, but its five-cylinder engine is thirsty and it’s not as much fun as it should be.
Reader test team says:
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