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Short test: 2012 Ford Focus SE sedan

Vehicle: 2012 Ford Focus SE sedan with Powershift and SE Winter Pkg
Price as tested: CDN$22063

Exactly how great is the new Focus? It had been finalists for both our Directshift and North American Car of the Year. :) One of the reasons why its so significant, is because we have been getting cheapened revised Focus across the pond, until Ford’s latest “one Ford” strategy takes place with the helm of Alan Mulalley.

Over the years, we had been getting the watered-down version of the Ford Focus. While the rest of the world had been getting the European Focus since 1998, our shore had to deal with the cheapened version of the original car. For 2012, we are getting the real deal. Alan Mulalley’s “one Ford” strategy has been working like charm. Both the Fiesta and Focus are smash hit in the subcompact and compact class. The incoming Kuga-derived Escape and Mondeo-derived Fusion will certainly be a grand slam duck hit in the marketplace.

Ford haven’t changed a single bit of what makes new Focus such a smashing hit around the globe. In fact, all the merits of what makes European Ford so special remains intact across the shore. Talking about European Ford, the first thing that comes to mind is the chassis dynamics. Although our sedan tester feels significantly softer than its hatchback counterparts, it continunes to shine through the black top twisties. The utilization of Torque Vectoring ensuring the inside wheel pushes the outside wheel into a corner, which eliminates unwanted understeer, is a welcome technical bit. A technological engineering tour-de-force which we usually seen in much more expensive AWD sports sedan. Ride quality continues to be impressive. The controlled handling and balanced ride quality are what make European Ford so appealing. Even in the softened Focus sedan, we continue to smitten by its appealing dynamic qualities. Steering feel and feedback are exceptional.

Inside, all the materials used are top-notch while workmanship are first-rate. The cloth seats in our SE tester are well-foamed and very well put together. While some of the controls feel a bit too complex at first glance, it tends to get used to over a short period of time.

We were impressed with Focus combined with manual gearbox. However, the Powershift which is an automated manual isn’t so. Ford engineers need to get the whole software refined. The reason is because it lacks the smoothness and crispness of many of its rival carmaker’s automated manual. Otherwise, its 160hp and 146 lb/ft of torque 2.0 liter motor continues to be a smooth operator.

Uninstrusive trunk hinges and low trunk liftover pretty much wrap up the Focus sedan. It is a world-class compact which is able to put smiles on every driver’s face without breaking the piggy bank. The handling is sweet and delicate, it rides like a much more expensive luxury car. And even in the somewhat basic trim level, Ford provides a reasonable array of standard features for the money.

The European Focus is definitely worthy of the wait. Ford better not tease us with the ST so long. :D

World class….all the way. :D

Likes:
Overall execution
Handling and ride compromise
Engine performance
Build quality

Dislikes:
Overcomplex center stark
Automated manual needs more refinement
Significantly softer handling of the sedan vs hatchback

Competitions:
Chevrolet Cruze
Mazda3
Hyundai Elantra
Kia Forte
Honda Civic
Toyota Corolla
VW Jetta

2012 Ford Focus hatchback

Vehicle: 2012 Ford Focus SEL hatchback with Luxury Package
Price as tested: CDN$26949

Performance: While the original Focus is the most recalled car in history, Ford has claimed the new version revolutionize the whole segment. Has new Focus really revolutionzed this ultra-competitive compact segment? We will find out after this test drive.

As with any Focus, its available with both sedan and hatchback. However, any of the offerings is currently motivated by a world-class 4-cylinder powertrain. Along with direct fuel injection, TI-VCT and throttle-by-wire. This 160hp powerplant is able to run on Regular 87 octane gasoline. With 160 ponies and 146 lb/ft of torque, this DOHC 16-valve really moves the Focus with authority. Unlike the Focus engines of yore, this engine is both a smooth and refined operator. Gone with original Focus’s rather rough and noisy racket, in with a superbly refined and potent powertrain. The TI-VCT really have a desired effect when adding better low-end grunt to Focus’s performance. Mesh the light throttle, Focus takes off without any hesitation. On the other hand, it doesn’t feel run out of breath when pushing this engine further up the rev range. Our tester comes with the standard 5-speed manual. The throws are sharp and precise, while clutch is progressive and easily modulated.

Handling: In the automotive universe, product is the main core to any success. Ford, as a motor company, has learned plenty of mistakes over the years. When Ford intended to push for “1 Ford” back in the early 90s with the Contour and Mystique (many in the industry joked them as Detour and Mistake :D ), it was a failure because of their beancounters cut corners on the original Mondeo underpinnings. After current CEO, Alan Mulally, took helm of FoMoCo, he decided to use “1 Ford” strategy agaon instead of having different models on the same chassis around the world. The major reasoning is European Ford has always been judged as the gold standards across the pond. Secondly, its the reduced cost for unnecessary to develop two different models for different continents. The first successful story was the subcompact Fiesta introduced last year, the latest Focus is the latest example of this prime strategy. What makes this strategy works so effectively, is they decided not to watering down the exceptional European suspension for our North American consumption. The dynamic abilities haven’t gone south even if Focus has across the Atlantic. They only re-engineered the ride height and some suspension calibration, so that it can accommodate our winter tires.

What makes the Focus handles so beautifully through the corners? It all begins with a world-class platform that is completely free of any cracks and rattles. The simple fact is that the fundamental for Focus is so good, its able to handle much more powerful engines in the upcoming ST and RS. Another major advancement to Focus’s front-drive chassis is the Torque Vectoring System, which is able to dial out 99% of the understeer. The whole system uses the outside wheel to transfer power to the inside wheel, which dials back the power transfer to the offending wheel with less power. With more power on the outside wheel assisting the inside wheel, its able to take the vehicle out of the corner smoothly without any drama. That means the Focus has minimal to no understeer when pushed. The whole system is similar to Audi’s Sport Differential. Only in Focus its accomplished in a front-driver while Audi executed in a more complicated AWD fashion. On top of that, Focus’s electric power executes impressively. In the past, electric power steering both is numb and lack of precision, current offenders have to be those from BMW. Focus’s system is anything but. There are plenty of feel and feedback, while being precise, responsive with sharp turn-in reflexes. Body rolls are minimal. On the other hand, its ESC remains an uninstrusive type. That means any enthuisast can have a chance to dial a bit of tail out before it steps in to save from ugliness. Push the Focus on any black top twisties, it exhibits the same kind of driving fun we always fond on hot hatches. Golf GTI is being the prime example of this very leading class of hot hatches. The base Focus provides the same kind of smiles when getting behind the wheel. Imagine what would happened with the hot Focus ST and RS coming on the horizon. :D

Brakes: The new Focus comes standard with 4-wheel discs and standard ABS, along with Brake Assist. The pedal always feels solid and superbly modulated, while remains fade-free after a couple of harsh stops. ABS doesn’t step in unnecessarily is an added bonus. BA doesn’t grab your leg like ghost shown how much engineering Ford has put it through.

Interior: Along with low liftover and minimal side intrusions, Focus’s luggage area is impressive with the rear seats fold down. It has 44.8 cubin feet with rear seats fold down, while having 23.8 when seats up. Focus has the most luggage space in any compact car. If there is one pet peeve, its the rear seats don’t go completely flat into the floor. Pity. :(

There is nothing further from the truth that Focus has the best interior in its class. The use of plastic and leather materials are world-class. All the instrumentation gauges are clear and analog, while automatic climate control is initutive and user-friendly. The aluminum trim has added some sportiness to the already classy interior. In terms of switchgears, its hard to find anywhere close to this sort of classy finish in this end of the price ladder. Leather seats are both supple yet firm; without losing the right thigh, back and side supports while playing in corners.

Conclusion: The new Focus has simply blown me away. :D Everything from the docile handling to interior appointment are world-class. Has Ford revolutionized the compact segment with the introduction of the 3rd generation Focus? It surely does. The new Focus has joined Mazda3, as Directshift’s benchmarks in this tough segment.

Competitions:
Mazda3 Sport
VW Golf
Toyota Matrix
Kia Forte5
Hyundai Elantra Touring

OVERALL VERDICT FOR 2012 Ford Focus hatchback
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Performance: 4.5/5
Handling and ride/fun-to-drive: 5/5
Interior/ergonomics/user-friendliness: 4.5/5
Fit-and-finish/build quality: 5/5
Cargo/accessibility/layout: 4.5/5
Value-for-money: 5/5

Overall rating: 4.75/5

Special feature: A farewell to the Ford Focus

When the current Focus is being replaced by an all-new one sometimes in 2011, the outgoing version would go down the history as the “most recalled car in history”.

The original Focus launched with its breakthrough edgy styling and sharp handling, which were lack in its Escort predecessors. Both the 3 and 5-door hatchback look really nice. Focus wagon looks decently while the sedan just looks plain ugly, as it looks like a trunk added as an afterthought for those sedan-loving American. The facelifted in 2008 was a disaster except for the addition of Ford’s highly praised Sync system.

During the early stage of Focus lifespin. Its SVT is simply a gem to drive. It provides one of the most balanced FWD chassis in the planet, with enough power to gun for those Golf GTI 1.8T, Civic SiR and Mini Cooper S back in 2003. If its not because of Focus’s poor historical record of recalls, SVT should have been better received by the hot hatch crowd. On the other hand, when Ford announced the discontinuation of wagon in 2007. All the Ford dealers are trying to get the last of their hot-selling compact wagon on their lot before production running out.

A decade has passed. Ford has finally developed a global compact car platform. Those of us in Canada and US will finally received the same Focus as our European counterparts. Ford has promised the new Focus will be class-leading when it comes to dynamics abilities, performance and interior quality. Given the Mazda3, which shares the same platform as the incoming new Focus, already considered as a benchmark as a whole package. New Focus will have a big shoe to fill in the competitive compact segment. It will be interesting to watch how will it match up with both new Civic and Elantra.

2008 Ford Focus

Vehicle: 2008 Ford Focus sedan with Sport Appearance Pkg and Luxury Pkg
Price as tested: CDN$22894

Performance: Even if Ford has called it the “new” Focus, which is nothing more than an ugly nose job. Its powertrain remains the tried-and-true 2.0 liter 4-cylinder 16-valve DOHC Zetec motor that has been used since the early days. 140hp and 136 lb/ft of torque seem to be adequate but certainly not class-leading nor earth-shattering by today’s standards. Its not that its level of engine refinement is up to the high standards set by rivalling Honda and Mazda benchmarks. While the Zetec was able to match the previous generation of Civic and Protege back in the early days, its no longer competitive with the current generation of Civic and Mazda3, which both have been regarded as the segment leaders. The only saving grace is the smooth 5-speed manual gearbox and a progressive clutch, which have decent ratios. As for former, the clutch engagement point is light and progressive with decent enough feedback.

Handling: Given this platform has been dated back to the previous European Focus back in 1998, we are downright surprise by how well-engineered it is even by 2008 standards. Because it still has the merits of being a rigid and stiff chassis, American Ford product planners decided to milk the platform until its no longer competitive. However, the latest retuning of the Focus suspension has resulted in a softer and more comfortable small car. Gone is the fun and eager turn-in that made Focus so tossable in the corners. What it gains back is a softer ride with a more cumbersome feel. To put this into perspective, Focus feels more like a Taurus than a Fusion of what it used to be. And we all know how well-engineered Fusion’s sporty chassis is, at the same time, how softly sprung the FiveHundred rebadged Taurus is. The steering remains precise with nice feedback.

Brakes: Our SES Focus is standard with front discs/rear drums and standard ABS, however, its lower trim levels: S and SE, are optional. While Focus is an affordable small cars, Ford should make ABS standard across the board. When you can get an ABS standard on a Fit LX, its totally unacceptable when Ford still makes ABS an optional extra on base Focus. However, its pedal feel and modulation are decent. With the right brake bite and ABS kicks in at the right time. Stopping distance is also surprisingly short.

Interior: All the quirkness of Focus’s interior has gone for bland appearance. While everything else feel well-placed and logically layout, it just looks totally boring. The bloated feel of the center console feels ungainly compares to the quirky looks of the original Focus. Ford has also cut the corners when it comes to interior materials. The soft-touch plastic we used to like in Focus has gone for harder grain. While it still won’t match Sentra and Caliber for their level of interior cheapness, Focus won’t be too far behind. The use of aluminum trim on the center console feels tacky and cheap.

Conclusion: Ford should have brought us the 2nd generation Focus, which is based on the same platform as the Mazda3, insted of continuing milking the original Focus. With the discontinuation of the hatchback and wagon, this “new” Focus will lost appeal to those who are looking for practicality. That’s because one of the most appealing factors of original Focus is the availability of hatch and wagon at its price point. Combined with the lack of advancement when it comes to engine and chassis, Ford has completely lost “focus” when it comes to revised the Focus. That’s a shame judging by how much we love the original Focus.

OVERALL VERDICT FOR 2008 Ford Focus
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Performance: 2/5
Handling and ride/fun-to-drive: 3/5
Interior/ergonomics/user-friendliness: 3/5
Fit-and-finish/build quality: 2/5
Cargo/accessibility/layout: 3/5
Value-for-money: 2/5

Overall rating: 2.25/5

Long-term test drve: 2007 Ford Focus SE wagon

5-day Long-term test drive: 2007 Ford Focus SE wagon with 4-speed automatic and Comfort Group
Price as tested: CDN$20244
Total mileage through the test: 350km

Ford Focus has always been regarded as one of the better econocars in the business. In the last 5 days, we had to chance to put its wagon into a vigorous long-term test in rainy Vancouver weather.

Despite North America-bound Focus still uses the platform dated back to 1999, its merits are still good enough to held its own against newer competitors. We have been smitten by the Focus’s swift handling dynamics and comfortable ride. Its excellent highway stability has given us as much confidence as our beloved Audis on speed over 140 km/h. The chassis feels solid-as-a-rock without any sense of flex and rattles. Steering is reassuring and provide feedback. Our main dislike about wagon’s dynamic trait has to be hallowing sound in the cargo area. However, its not something unusual because its kind of common in many econocar-based wagons. Chevy Optra wagon is another example that experienced this kind of sound.

136 hp certainly won’t make heart pounding in this Focus, however, 136 lb/ft of torque is very useful for daily driving. That’s despite we found the gear ratios aren’t well-matched to the engine’s character. The 3rd and 4th gear ratios are too far apart for its own good. However, we returned decent fuel economy. With our 70% highway and 30% city driving, an average of 7L/100km is pretty impressive for this Duratec unit. Other than gear ratio, we hope the Duratec can be more refined and quiet at cruising speed.

In terms of versatility, its amazing. We have hauled a huge table home without folding the rear seats. There are also plenty of storage space inside. The cloth seats are comfortable. On the other hand, we found the rotary controlled height adjuster for driver’s seat awkward.

Given Focus’s age, we found it very surprisingly about how much we liked about it in the last couple of days. If Ford North America is able to bring the new Focus from Europe, this econocar will continue to sell well. The current car will remained as a competent instead of an outstanding car until the completely new version arrives.

2006 Ford Focus Ghia 1.6 5-door

Vehicle: 2006 Ford Focus Ghia 1.6 5-door with Durashift
Price as tested: HK$149800

Performance: The European Ford Focus is available with a wide variety of powerplants, this 1.6L is just one of them. With only 100hp and 107 lb/ft of torque, dare I say the performance is barely adequate. The main reason of the adequte performance is its stiff chassis. The chassis has taken lots of toll on its performance aspect. Even if the maximum torque arrives a 4 grand, this 107 lb/ft of torque feels somewhat quicker than one expected. However, its noisy when pushed through the whole rev range. The biggest shortfall of this powerplant is the lazy Durashift sequential tranny. Unlike the DSG and SMG, this one is lazy to up and downshifts. It also lacks the brisk response in its little Fiesta silibing. Throttle response is adequate but nothing special.

Handling: With a stiff chassis, front fully indpendent and rear multi-link suspensions. The European Focus simply handles beautifully. There is some safe understeer when pushed but it never gotten out of hands until you are in the dangerous zone. Steering provides awesome steering feedback and precision, its also downright responsive. Its definitely one of the best steering I have driven in this segment. The ride comfort is another awesome area of the Focus. It just absorbs all the roughness on the road like luxury cars costing twice as much. However, there is one drawback and has something to do with the powerplant. It tends to feel underengined when pushed because it simply doesn’t have enough power to let the tail out. In short, Focus is one dynamically superior econocar that needs a faster engine. Just imagine how superbly handled the Focus ST220 will be and you are in for an awesome ride.

Brakes: Just like its handling, Focus’s braking performance is equally impressive. Short stopping distance with top-notch pedal feel and modulation wrapped up its overall excellent package.

Interior: While the interior materials might not be the best in class, its certainly rates as one of the better ones in the business. There are plenty of soft-touched materials with a bit of hard ones in certain areas. The auto climate control smartly placed below the stereo. Instrumetation gauges are clear and analog. On the other hand, the velour seats have great thigh and back support. Its also firm enough for long journey. Thanks to its tilt/telescope steering and 6-way power adjustable seats in our Ghia tester, the driving position is easily found.

On the back of the Focus, there are plenty of head and legrooms with three headrests for safety. With 40/60 split fold-down rear seats and low liftover,there is always enough cargo space for weekday getaway,

Conclusion: The European Focus is indeed a very worthy vehicle. It looks nice, handles superb with high quality build. In short, it remains as one of the benchmarks which others are judged when designing an affordable vehicle with fun character.

OVERALL VERDICT FOR 2006 FORD FOCUS GHIA 1.6 5-DOOR
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Performance: 2/5
Handling and ride/fun-to-drive: 4.75/5
Interior/ergonomics/user-friendliness: 4.75/5
Fit-and-finish/build quality: 4.5/5
Cargo/accessibility/layout: 4.5/5
Value-for-money: 5/5

Overall rating: 4.5/5

2005 Ford Focus ZX4 SES

Vehicle: 2005 Ford Focus ZX4 SES with 4-speed automatic transmission
Price as tested: CDN$21775

Performance: Ford decided to phase out the Zetec in flavor of the Mazda-developed Duratec in all facelifted Foci. While the base rig comes standard with 2.0L 16-valver 4 banger that bumps out 136 hp and 133 lb/ft of torque, the uplevel ST is motivated by a more powerful 2.3L. The subject of our test drive is the base model which share with the highly regarded Mazda 3, same goes for the more powerful motor. While the horsepower is up by 3 horses over the Zetec, torque is down by 2 lb/ft of torque. In daily driving, you won’t notice it because it provides decent amount of low-end torque. On the other hand, 4-speed auto is creamy and is a willing unit. There is one drawback, however, is the refinement. This engine feels a bit rough when pushed through higher rpm, its also quite noisy when pushed. Its quite a contrary compares to a smoother unit found in the Mazda 3.

Handling: Focus’s renowed dynamic qualities remain intact after the minor revision. Its docile nature with precise steering, sharp responses and minimal body rolls still feel very much like the original Focus even if its entering 4th year of its life cycle. This chassis still has enough merits to hold on its own against newer competitor, especially the intriguing one from the same family. The revised springs and shocks actually make the Focus a more comfortable ride through washboard pavements.

Brakes: While its brakes provide decent pedal feel and modulation, it also comes standard with ABS. The ABS kicks in appropriately without being oversensitive when I stepped on the brake pedal.

Interior: The interior of the Focus is nicely layout if a bit blend. Everything are logically placed with large knobs for climate control and stereo. Ford has addressed the biggest problem of previous Focus interior, which are the rock-solid seats. The seats are finally comfortable with plenty of support. Instrumentation gauges are clear and analog. The use of materials have improved given the softness on top of the dashboard.

At the back of the trunk, you got a low liftover and 60/40 split fold-down rear seats. The best thing about the Focus sedan is the use of the uninstrusive trunk hinges. They won’t crash into any luggages anywhere in the trunk, unlike the instrusive ones.

Conclusion: While the rest of the world is getting a 2nd generation Focus, North America received a facelifted one. It remains a fun-to-drive, comfortable econocar that is cheap to run and good to look at. The improvement of interior materials is a bonus in an already good value package.

OVERALL VERDICT FOR 2005 FORD FOCUS ZX4 SES
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Performance:3/5
Handling and ride/fun-to-drive: 4.5/5
Interior/ergonomics/user-friendliness: 4/5
Fit-and-finish/build quality: 4/5
Cargo/accessibility/layout: 4/5
Value-for-money: 3.75/5

Overall rating: 3.75/5

2002 Ford Focus ZX5

Vehicle: 2002 Ford Focus ZX5 stick with sunroof but no ControlTrac/ABS package

Performance: The Focus feels more than adequate with its Zetec 2.0 that has 130hp and 135 lb/ft of torque. It feels responsive at bottom end while the top-end doesn’t feel too shabby either. Going 100 km/h @ 2600 rpm is quite a surprise considered this engine is not any sorts of V6 or V8. The stick shift has nice gearing. The overall shifting is smooth and direct, clutch is progressive with proper “feel” without being too light. However, with Focus’s chassis. 30 more hp wouldn’t amess.

Handling: Focus’s most impressive aspect has to be its driving dynamics. There are plenty of feel through the thick leather-steering rim. The steering feels clean, crisp, precise and direct. The steering has proper weight. Just enough lightness for parking speed and weighty enough for high-speed driving. Suspension absorbs road surface relatively well. While the ride is typical European firm, it doesn’t sacifice the comfort. There’s right amount of understeer when pushed into corners but all controlled in a very linear fashion. Body rolls don’t feel significant considered the somewhat high driving position.

Brakes: The pedal has excellent feel. With ControlTrac, Focus is the first car in its class that has stability control.

Interior: The Focus ZX5 has basically every features you can imagine. Power door locks, mirrors and windows are all standard features. The radio and climate control knobs all placed on positions that a very ergonomically friendly. 3 large knobs for climate control and 2 large knobs for stereo volume/channel search. All the instrumentation gauges are clear and analog. Cruise control placed on the steering for easy access. All the switchgears have a high-quality feel although the aluminum trim looks a bit too shiny.

However, there’s a pet peeve in terms of adjusting the front seat height. Ford uses rotary instead of “push/pull” like other car manufacturers. That’s very annoying as you have to roll up and down using right hand while adjusting the height. Other than that, the driving position is easily found. The back seat space is on par with its competitors.

Conclusion: The Focus ZX5 is indeed a great little package. It looks nice, handles exceptionally well and its also got a spacious interior. That raised an interesting question considered its attractive price. Its direct rival, Mazda Protege5, is an equally great package, at the same price. What a tough choice.

OVERALL VERDICT FOR 2002 FORD FOCUS ZX5
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Performance: 3/5
Handling/fun-to-drive: 4.5/5
Interior/ergonomics/user-friendliness: 4/5
Fit-and-finish/built quality: 4/5
Value-for-money: 4/5

Overall rating: 4/5

2003 Ford Focus SVT 3-door

Vehicle: 2003 Ford Focus SVT 3-door with optional 6-disc premium sound

Handling: Focus has always been famous for its entertaining handling, the same is true for the SVT. Other than the stiff chassis, the SVT-tuned sports suspension and 17″ wheels, the SVT handles beautifully through the corners. There are plenty of road feel through the steering. The connection between the driver and the vehicle are first rate. Fly through the corners and the understeer is hard to detect except at the very last moment. The body rolls are very minimal. The whole chassis and steering transition is direct and sharp. The handling is flat and extremely well balanced. One thing I really like the SVT is its flat through corners. While giving driver enough thrill through driving experience, it still provides a comfortable ride that doesn’t feel as bouncy as some of its competitors. In short, SVT Focus has to be one of the best FF cars I have ever driven.

Performance: While its still using the same Zetec 2.0 as the lesser ZX3. SVT upgraded the hp to 170hp and 145 lb/ft of torque. It gives the Focus a much better response. The throttle tip-in is responsive at every engine speed. There are plenty of torque and it won’t run out of breath at higher rpm unlike the 130hp Zetec thanks to the variable valve timing, different intake manifold and high flow cylinder head. The 6-speed stick that comes standard with the SVT is a joy to play with. The shift is slick and throws are short. Clutch pedal has decent feel and progressive. The engage point is easily modulated. It also covers in aluminum that creates sporty feel.

Brakes: Just like the rest of the dynamic package, SVT’s brake feels excellent. The pedal feel is firm and easily controlled, while the response can match any so-called sports cars.

Interior: Its a typical Focus interior with all the clear instrumentation gauges, nicely layout climate control knobs and stereo that are very ergonomcially placed. The bucket seats are comfortable and have great side support. The white gauges and chrome accents added some sporty feel to Focus’s usual black norm interior.

Conclusion: Given Focus SVT’s price, its really hard to choose between it and
the MINI Cooper if I am shopping for a hot hatch. Both represent the best of what a hot hatch should be. While the Cooper still has a lighter feeling through the corners, Focus exceeds in terms of practicality especially the 5-door is just on the horizon.

OVERALL VERDICT FOR 2003 FORD FOCUS SVT
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Performance: 4.25/5
Handling and ride/fun-to-drive: 4.75/5
Interior/ergonomics/user-friendliness: 4/5
Fit-and-finish/build quality: 3/5
Cargo/accessibility/layout: 3.75/5
Value-for-money: 4/5

Overall rating: 4.25/5