2001 Ford Focus

Pros: Gas Mileage, handling, price, style, everything!

Cons: Size of back seat

The Bottom Line: I would recommend this car for anyone other than families with older children, it is roomy enough, reliable, and low priced.

Review: I feel in love with this car upon my first test drive! We had been looking for a while to purchase a car, and were looking for something not to small, not to big, with just the right sized price! We test drove many cars, from the Stratus, to the...

Pros: Handling, ergonomics, MPG, price, roominess, reliability

Cons: brake rotors rusting

The Bottom Line: Fun to drive, reliable transportation with an odd flare for style. Enough room for people over 6'4" in the front seats.

Review: I have owned my 2001 ZX3 since May 2001. I currently have about 33,000 miles on the car. With a few exceptions I can say that it has been a very good car. I purchase a "no frills" version (I didn't know they still made cars without air conditioning!) ...

Pros: 2.0L DOHC 16V Zetec engine (different from base engine), great handling, different looks

Cons: Power windows/locks are located in a weird and awkward position

The Bottom Line: Recommended for those who like sporty compacts and have children to haul around. :)

Review: After finally getting rid of her problematic 1999 Chevy Cavieler, my sister went shopping for another sporty compact. After looking at various models of the Pontiac Sunfire, Focus, and other sporty compacts, she decided on a brand new Cloud Nine White...

Pros: Class leading handling, ride, forward thinking design, safety features, overall completeness of package

Cons: Styling maybe a bit too wacky for some, some quality glitches

The Bottom Line: Simply the best small hatchback in the world

Review: Launched in 1998 as a joint replacement for both the European and US versions of the all conquering Escort, the Ford Focus has swept all before it, scooping up both the European and North American Car of the Year awards. Designed by Ford's European...

Pros: Outstanding value, handling, ride quality, interior room. Perfect reliability

Cons: Mediocre power, mileage could be better.

The Bottom Line: Fun to drive, as reliable as you could hope for, great value... What's not to like?

Review: ***UPDATED!!! 10/20/2003*** Well, I am sad to see the Focus go away, but it is time to trade up. Actually I have ALREADY traded up, but still have the Focus. It will be leaving me soon and I still have nothing but good things to say. Below is th ...

Pros: Handling, Power, Roominess and Price.

Cons: Mileage

The Bottom Line: This is the most affordable quality car there is. Import quality at a domestic price.

Review: I recently turned my lease car in and decided to opt for a an affordable used car that got good mile ...

Pros: GREAT ROOM, QUIET RIDE, AND GOOD HANDLING - IN A SMALL, ECONOMICAL CAR.

Cons: STYLING TAKES SOME GETTING USED TO - SOME PRETTY CHEAP MATERIAL DETAILS INSIDE.

The Bottom Line: I've seen these cars NEW at below $15,000. A slightly used one with some options could be the real deal.

Review: I rented a two door Ford Focus hatchback in L.A. and drove it across the desert (twice) to Lake Mead - Nevada and back. My passengers included my wife, my mother-in-law, and her 87 year old mother. I SURVIVED - WE SURVIVED - and quite nicely I might...

Pros: great styling, great ride at a good price

Cons: could use 4 wheel disc brakes and a small 6 cyl

The Bottom Line: great little car.I love the european ride.Corners great. 4 wheel disc would be nice. Biggest bang for the buck, best fun on 4 wheels I could find

Review: When shopping for a car to replace my 83 toyota i tried all the usual suspects (ford mazda toyota kia suzuki chrysler)
and boy was I surprised when I drove this one. I leased it that very day. this car has it all.

Drivetrain: The Ztec...

Pros: Great design, handles well, drives like a dream, spacious interior!

Cons: Update: driver's side seat not meant for long trips - see update below.

The Bottom Line: Just updated review regarding trip we just made.

Review: Spacious interior, even for back seat passengers. Offers ample leg room for back seat guests as well as seat belts which include the shoulder harness, not just the old lap belts! You can fit three passengers comfortably in the back seat too.

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Pros: Great Handling, Sufficient Power when needed, Very Efficient, Nice Stereo, Roomy & Comfortable

Cons: Cruise control buttons not illuminated, Rear-view Mirror hard to adjust

The Bottom Line: Ideally suited to singles or couples with no or small children. Ford nailed this market!

Review: Ford really nailed their target market with this car. My wife and I are extremely pleased with this car.

When I went looking for cars after my ex-car died I expected the only cars in my price range would be super tiny and have no features,...