The glovebox is skimpy, as are the front-door map pockets. Ford has simplified the Focus range and now offers only a traditional sedan and two-door coupe; gone are the hatchback and wagon. It propels the Focus to 60 mph in 8. The sedan seems to pull off the new styling better than the coupe, but buyers are likely to miss the hatchback and wagon versions see a with the 2007 Focus. Quick access to automobile-catalog website - - type in a browser: a-c. It is available as a five-door hatchback or four-door saloon. In profile, though, there is less to like, especially on the new coupe.
Sales began in the United Kingdom in February 2008. The new look is more substantial and dimensional, as evidenced by such detailing as the sculpted rings surrounding the instrumentation. Unfortunately, Ford has done little with the car since then to keep it in contention with the strong import players in its segment. Stylistically, the Mk 2's styling features the same design language found in the Mondeo and. The car took twelve world rally wins, starting with the opener in the hands of. The new Focus is just offered in sedan and coupe body styles. Ford replaced a lot of sheet metal on the new Focus, but the overall effect looks like a patch job.
A non-functional air intake was added behind the front wheels to give an illusion of performance, but even if it were functi. This was as its lead at the top of the British car sales charts was cut, by the in the previous years. We recommend doing your homework at TheCarConnection. I don't know how many times I've had to use a flashlight in the backseat at night - other than that I can't complain. In profile, though, there is less to like, especially on the new coupe. The Mk 2 Focus is now available alongside base versions of the Mk I model in some other markets worldwide such as , , , and.
It may look daunting, but the buttons are easy to reach and use. The new look is more substantial and dimensional, as evidenced by such detailing as the sculpted rings surrounding the instrumentation. Safety The Ford Focus comes with six airbags, including standard side-impact and side curtain airbags. The new dash uses a minimum of panels for a clean look that's mostly devoid of cut lines. In February 2008, Ford revealed a new Focus Coupé-Cabriolet sporting the new 'Kinetic Design' front end of the generic Ford Focus.
At first blush, it's clear that the Ford design team hit the old Focus with a Fusion stick. I've only had it in for one repair, other than brakes, tires etc. Archived from on March 2, 2010. Nor were bodyside mouldings removed, as with the rest of the Focus range. Ford replaced a lot of sheet metal on the new Focus, but the overall effect looks like a patch job. Initially, had transmission trouble within weeks of buying.
Every exterior panel except the roof underwent a reworking with the following key detail changes: trapezoidal grilles, swept back headlamps, bold wheel arches, newly shaped rear glass, a contoured tailgate, new tail lamps, new rear reflector lights, and new rear bumper. The full Terms and Conditions of using this website and database can be found. The engine chosen for this Focus was a Duratec motor developed by the French engine specialist Pipo Moteur. The changes include a significantly larger air-to-air intercooler to deliver a cooler, denser charge; a larger air filter box for increased airflow; larger diameter exhaust downpipe; and an uprated fuel pump, along with an updated software calibration to optimise the performance of the revised engine. Headroom is still good in Focuses that do have it. Nor does the Ford Focus soundly beat the competition on price.
Additionally, regarding visibility from the Ford Focus 2008, MyRide. New technologies include a KeyFree system, a solar-reflect windshield, adaptive front lighting, hands-free phones and voice control for audio, telephone and climate control systems. Almost every aspect is improved, and the striking, winged dashboard draws the eyes immediately. One of the only negatives inside was the gauges, which featured a strange color scheme and small numerals. The only minor issue I have with it is they didn't put in a rear seat dome light. I've got almost 113,000 miles on this car. Exterior The previous Ford Focus came in two- and four-door hatchback designs, as well as sedan and traditional wagon versions.
The front and rear are radically restyled, and around back you can really appreciate what the design team has done. However shortly after launch, surrendered its supply to satisfy Australia's high demand, and now receives vehicles from the German factory in. This review also compares the 2008 Ford Focus with other vehicles in its class to give you the best advice even when other reviews present conflicting opinions. The car is significantly quieter inside, thanks to more than 100 hours in the wind tunnel. Under the Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988, the content, organization, graphics, design, compilation, magnetic translation, digital conversion and other matters related to the automobile-catalog. The subcompact and compact markets are crowded, so there are plenty of choices with offerings smaller and larger than the 2008 Ford Focus, but the Focus is a solid selection. Transmission choices include a five-speed manual and four-speed automatic.
Initially, had transmission trouble within weeks of buying. The stylish look can be done in one of two metallic colors, with a stack of knobs and buttons to control the stereo and climate settings. The rear seats lack head restraints, and stability control is not offered. The only powertrain on the Focus is the 2. In its transformation, the Focus went from a few body styles to just two—sedan and coupe—and in the process, it lost a lot of its handsome lines.