2012 Ford Focus SE Sedan Review and Road Test

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Auto Buyers Guide | Alex on Autos

Auto Buyers Guide | Alex on Autos

Күн бұрын

Alex L Dykes takes a spin in the Ford Focus sedan. We take it for a drive on California's Highway 35 and review Ford's SYNC system.
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@darkmonkey555
@darkmonkey555 10 жыл бұрын
Good to know a body will fit in the trunk just fine! :D
@BillyCLeWorth
@BillyCLeWorth 9 жыл бұрын
Matt Stephens If I could find the trunk release inside the car , I can only use the key fob
@electronicsfan21
@electronicsfan21 9 жыл бұрын
+Billy C. LeWorth there is a release on the trunk lid.
@BillyCLeWorth
@BillyCLeWorth 9 жыл бұрын
I looked and all I can find is the plate light , I'll try again though and thanks for the advice .Logan Hart
@smartypants4571
@smartypants4571 5 жыл бұрын
Call the FBI !
@SAMEntalhealth
@SAMEntalhealth 3 жыл бұрын
@@BillyCLeWorth 2 bodies
@ActionZach
@ActionZach 5 жыл бұрын
The dude actually went in the trunk, then rated it 7/10. LMAO!!!!
@punishmint
@punishmint 4 жыл бұрын
i think the man knows a thing or two about being in trunks if he reviewed it
@captainamerica7800
@captainamerica7800 2 жыл бұрын
just in case you need to get rid of a body. its standard procedure
@GTGinley7
@GTGinley7 2 жыл бұрын
I believe he did that to give us a real sense of space becasue the trunks just look like a black hole in most videos so that was awesome of him.
@moreuggaduggas
@moreuggaduggas 7 жыл бұрын
Its funny you mention that it is a great first car, i got one from my dad for around $1000 with 200,000 miles on it, good car and still runs strong, Built Ford Tough
@stangtrax
@stangtrax 6 жыл бұрын
FallenBrotherhood good to know, I have twins turning 16 and if there grades are good I'll get them a safe used car and this is on my list. Any trouble with this cars that you know of? Thanks be safe
@michaellyons3643
@michaellyons3643 5 жыл бұрын
Love my 2012 focus SEL after 8 years it is a solid car with up to date features even today.
@DieuEtMonDroit230
@DieuEtMonDroit230 6 жыл бұрын
Nice job. I thumbs up this review as soon as I saw the guy get in the trunk.
@CortxVortx
@CortxVortx 4 жыл бұрын
My 2014 SE has a 5-speed manual and gets 40 mpg on the twisting, hilly, 2-lane blacktop that I drive 52 miles to work. The USB port accepts a thumb drive with my audio books, which is a huge bonus for me. The car is peppy and handles great - I've had to dodge deer and possums on my commute. My only (minor) gripes are the door lock button in the middle of the dash, so that I have to lean back in to lock it because 50 years of locks on the door itself is a hard habit to break; and the fact that the ignition key slot is not dished to guide the key to the slot.
@kevincaldwell4707
@kevincaldwell4707 2 жыл бұрын
Never saw this guy before, decent review and a decent sense of humour
@michaellyons3643
@michaellyons3643 3 жыл бұрын
Love my focus SEL even after 10 years of ownership....!!!
@rietzhu
@rietzhu 2 жыл бұрын
@I Am Who I Am I mean, what car wont have transmission or any issue after a decade, kiddo? ... 🤷‍♂️
@SgawCules
@SgawCules 2 жыл бұрын
@I Am Who I Am do you own one? Or just speaking because of what others say
@SgawCules
@SgawCules 2 жыл бұрын
@I Am Who I Am that sounds like a y'all problem, instead of just getting a new car at that point, y'all complain and waste on money on fixing it over and over
@Armadurapersonal
@Armadurapersonal 7 жыл бұрын
I have one. Fast enough and for $13k used in my country looks pretty good. Fuel economy could be better though, with no AC and shifting as soon is possible (without knocking the engine) I get 9.5 l/100 km. Also the Bluetooth phone sync thing works great. Definitively a good step up from my previous Chevy Spark.
@benjamincaron46
@benjamincaron46 4 жыл бұрын
I recently got a 2014 Focus SE to replace my old 2012 200 Touring. Was a little skeptical about the powershift transmission, but the dealer did a good job taking care of it and making it feel new.
@RedQNZ
@RedQNZ Жыл бұрын
hello - how was the 2012 200 Touring? did it have the V6? How was it? did you have decent luck with it? thx
@tombrucato1382
@tombrucato1382 10 жыл бұрын
Great review! Thank you.
@johnrios4129
@johnrios4129 10 жыл бұрын
I agree with Tom. Dash looks a bit busy for me. But Ford has greatly improved their quality over the years. Looks good.
@renegadetherapper
@renegadetherapper 4 жыл бұрын
Would be a cool project car to mod and seems like a great daily driver but if you are going strictly for performance and aesthetic I'd recommend the RS or the ST over the SE.
@StormLaker
@StormLaker 5 жыл бұрын
I just bought mine used over the weekend, I got a 13' SE. So far I love it....people like to trash these cars due to the transmission. What I've found is that you can't flog these cars like a sports car, you have to drive them like you were driving a manual....minus the clutch and shift (done by computer). It's a zippy car, and I have a 4 year warranty from the dealer on it... I'll have this car paid off around that time and it can be someone else's problem, haha.
@foresthill01
@foresthill01 2 жыл бұрын
A year left, how is it?
@jesterofdimensionz
@jesterofdimensionz 4 жыл бұрын
I got a 2012 focus sel for just under $7000. Feels like a steal of a deal. Really enjoyed the vehicle so far. Minus some hiccups.
@freeminded2456
@freeminded2456 4 жыл бұрын
What kind of hiccups
@jesterofdimensionz
@jesterofdimensionz 4 жыл бұрын
@@freeminded2456 the DCT, and my radio crapped out twice, and I had to buy a new one each time. Now I have a Tesla style Android touch screen that has worked longer than both OEM versions.
@5.7_TY
@5.7_TY 4 жыл бұрын
Interesting. My 2013 has the original radio at 100k miles. Mine is a 5 speed though
@henryd1981
@henryd1981 10 жыл бұрын
I don't think the steering in this car is numb at all. This is one of the better steering compact cars.
@christopherkevinpangilinan1124
@christopherkevinpangilinan1124 11 жыл бұрын
great review
@erikkkherreraa
@erikkkherreraa 11 жыл бұрын
is it hard to drive the focus se if you're used to driving a car with rear wheel drive
@Mad89Ali
@Mad89Ali 8 жыл бұрын
I assume the sedan has the same transmission issue as the hatchback, just wondering because all Ive seen are transmission issues and reports on hatchbacks for some reason.
@rusty10105
@rusty10105 11 жыл бұрын
Nice job!
@subzero92MK
@subzero92MK 11 жыл бұрын
look at that car! It is just awesome!
@ncarmona243
@ncarmona243 11 жыл бұрын
the only thing i didnt like about this video is his comment about the electric stirring i have the focus se with the spot package and i love the stirring it doesnt give a dead feel i find that every time i get into another car with regular powering stirring it feels rough or lacking in response.
@1989rs500
@1989rs500 12 жыл бұрын
well about the comfort the suspension is stiff so does it make the ride stifferanduncomfortable than a honda fit, straiaway,which is a more comfortable car the honda fit or focus
@rossmartens
@rossmartens 3 жыл бұрын
Nice little cars
@sarahBrown-bk1bc
@sarahBrown-bk1bc Жыл бұрын
Does this car have Bluetooth, keyless entry and push start?
@AcousticKarl
@AcousticKarl 9 жыл бұрын
"Jam co-workers in the rear" lol haha that made me laugh when you said that...I wish you'd say something else haha
@Dj-jv3vv
@Dj-jv3vv 6 жыл бұрын
Transmission is sweeeeeet once u understand it
@s0nnyburnett
@s0nnyburnett 12 жыл бұрын
Values a large trunk, but the hatch is so much better. Don't understand why they sent the inferior sedan. When I sat it in the climate controls felt cheap as if I'd break them. Also hard to believe any new car still has a complete folding rear seat on any trim. Focus is one of the best looking new compacts and I like the wheels on the car they sent for the video a lot. Wish more manufacturers offered alloys with the painted inserts.
@tiredrummertube
@tiredrummertube 4 жыл бұрын
You review this but not a Lincoln??
@Kaikojo
@Kaikojo 4 жыл бұрын
Outro song pls?
@rickjohansson4257
@rickjohansson4257 3 жыл бұрын
My clutch went out at 165,000 miles. That was the only problem I had with that car in 6 years.
@1989rs500
@1989rs500 12 жыл бұрын
the ford focus with manual transmission is an awesome car much beter than any other car in the competition except the VW golf i think but cani get an exact comparison between the VW golf and Ford focus
@nenitagutierrez1
@nenitagutierrez1 8 жыл бұрын
how does the truck open from inside the car
@jaredshelton4718
@jaredshelton4718 7 жыл бұрын
It doesn't need to, all cars either have an interior trunk release or one on the tailgate.
@kinGsaL1515
@kinGsaL1515 2 жыл бұрын
I heard Ford breaks down often is this true can anyone with a 2012 ford focus let me know
@Confispect1
@Confispect1 9 жыл бұрын
Hey Alex long time no see I love the haircut this is a pretty old video what is your haircut? Also the last time I talk we talked about the Civic and Corolla well now it seems like it's between this (which reminds me of a Civic a bit test drove it and loved it) and a 2012 Chrysler 200 which do you suggest? Also get this haircut it looks great on you.
@AAutoBuyersGuide
@AAutoBuyersGuide 9 жыл бұрын
Yea is is an oldie. Well, between the Civic, Corolla, Focus and 200, I would take the 200. The 200 does have a low price so it sort of makes sense in this comparison. In general the Chrysler competitor to the Focus is the Dart. I think my favorite in this segment is still the Mazda3, followed by the Forte. But, if I was debating between a Mazda3 with a few options and a Chrysler 200 in a lower end trim... That would be a hard call, the 200 is an incredible value even though the Mazda3 would be much more fun to drive.
@Confispect1
@Confispect1 9 жыл бұрын
I'm sitting at the bank right now for my auto loan wish me luck.
@Confispect1
@Confispect1 9 жыл бұрын
Don't know if you can see this but I grabbed a 2012 Chrysler 200 Touring I put 400 miles on it since the last comment.
@1989rs500
@1989rs500 12 жыл бұрын
hows the rear seat legroom, is it as good as the Honda fit
@MiguelBustamante2585
@MiguelBustamante2585 3 жыл бұрын
Much better!
@GR4V1TYBONG
@GR4V1TYBONG 6 жыл бұрын
10:45. Talking about jamming co-workers in the rear.😂. Other note: i have 2013 focus se bought used and love it. Does great on snowy slush roads if got right tires, prob best handeling car in winter.
@AyannaActing
@AyannaActing 8 жыл бұрын
When your phone is plugged into the usb does it work as a charger and an aux cord?
@jamileepiatt9760
@jamileepiatt9760 7 жыл бұрын
no mine has blue tooth and doesn't charge anything unless you plug a usb into the cigarette lighter to charge while driving if you shut the vehicle off it shuts the cigarette lighter out
@vanessablanc3269
@vanessablanc3269 7 жыл бұрын
Ayanna Cash yes it does
@fizzyhush
@fizzyhush 2 жыл бұрын
Is this car also available in automatic?
@thewestcoastgreenery8154
@thewestcoastgreenery8154 Жыл бұрын
Yes
@Cleanestkam
@Cleanestkam 3 жыл бұрын
POV: ur here because that dude on tik tok keeps commenting 2012 Ford Focus
@jonathanlewis3034
@jonathanlewis3034 3 жыл бұрын
Yes
@cam-gk3bk
@cam-gk3bk 3 жыл бұрын
Yes
@youdontwanttoknow5203
@youdontwanttoknow5203 2 жыл бұрын
Most people have maintenance stuff in the trunk. Washer fluid, battery charging cables, small compressor that works off battery power, shovel and sand for winter, transmission fluid, oil etc. No room for a 6' journalist with all the equipment. A short journalist maybe. 🙂
@rinisalmiarni7901
@rinisalmiarni7901 10 жыл бұрын
president ford deh gue karena malah mikirin nih product top di indonesia,sejak era lahir deh 1975 not change for the others president top ford......nice family without teams work hards to handle mark up.stereo on injection teams as machine gram bullets.MAG biggest as car family.American CAR family's.
@alanabonner9811
@alanabonner9811 4 жыл бұрын
Is anybody in a trunk and needs help ? Nice Review Btw. I considering getting this car for my mom . Thank you.
@cj10109
@cj10109 6 жыл бұрын
Cute car.
@user-cy1lw2yg6m
@user-cy1lw2yg6m 7 ай бұрын
Hey you just made me really want to get me self one of that trust me ❤😂😢❤😢😅
@velvetparker1739
@velvetparker1739 3 жыл бұрын
My 3rd car will be a Ford focus 2018
@Princessfrmalmighty
@Princessfrmalmighty 4 жыл бұрын
Got mine today
@Iamdjdcop1
@Iamdjdcop1 3 жыл бұрын
👑PRINCESSFRMALMIGHTY 👑 would you recommend it? It’s a good car so far?
@Princessfrmalmighty
@Princessfrmalmighty 3 жыл бұрын
@@Iamdjdcop1 yes very good car and good on gas
@damianthebeholder6775
@damianthebeholder6775 3 жыл бұрын
@@Iamdjdcop1 good on gas. Terrible in the snow
@Metro248
@Metro248 4 жыл бұрын
Just got one for $1900. Best steal ever!
@saucegodtv5392
@saucegodtv5392 3 жыл бұрын
How is it holding up and how many miles did it have when you bought it
@Metro248
@Metro248 3 жыл бұрын
@@saucegodtv5392 It had 150k miles when I bought it and I put 70k more miles on it, its still holding up nice except I had to replace a couple parts.
@thatadam8484
@thatadam8484 2 жыл бұрын
@@Metro248 what did you have to replace
@user-qf4jp4of6s
@user-qf4jp4of6s 2 ай бұрын
It is definitely my father's car 🙂👍
@MybeautifulandamazingPrincess
@MybeautifulandamazingPrincess 5 жыл бұрын
Wasted space for glove box
@Anonymous-bq
@Anonymous-bq 3 жыл бұрын
Mano 2012 aqui no brasil era 2015 kskskksksksksksksk Br smp atrasado
@ctsfiddler
@ctsfiddler 11 жыл бұрын
interior looks too busy for me, but have to give Ford credit for putting out a quality car.
@Sarianmiller
@Sarianmiller 4 ай бұрын
Who is here watching this in 2024 🎉
@torrencejackson3453
@torrencejackson3453 4 ай бұрын
Me
@afterlife89307665
@afterlife89307665 6 күн бұрын
Thinking of buying one from a toyota dealer 150,000 miles, clean inside and out for 5k
@kinGsaL1515
@kinGsaL1515 2 жыл бұрын
9:16
@youdontwanttoknow5203
@youdontwanttoknow5203 2 жыл бұрын
First car for my 16 year old would be a used one.
@liyuan9237
@liyuan9237 6 жыл бұрын
As an owner of Focus for 6 years, I would not recommend this car, because the transmission is unsmooth and easily to beak down
@StormLaker
@StormLaker 5 жыл бұрын
.....probably because people drive them aggressively, smh.
@rinisalmiarni7901
@rinisalmiarni7901 10 жыл бұрын
$$$444 wiyhout personal pronaunce type as proffesor to destroy this teams.segment of eropa global protect family in airbags system tubles aero.
@nicolasjudeparker5686
@nicolasjudeparker5686 4 жыл бұрын
Dude your stuff is out of this world.
@jamileepiatt9760
@jamileepiatt9760 7 жыл бұрын
I own one its broke down more than its worth
@bpavilion8994
@bpavilion8994 7 жыл бұрын
really?
@stangtrax
@stangtrax 6 жыл бұрын
Jamilee Piatt details please? How many miles on it and what problems are you having? Thanks
@jaybrick8973
@jaybrick8973 3 жыл бұрын
@@stangtrax been 2 years still haven't said anything lol
@jamileepiatt9760
@jamileepiatt9760 7 жыл бұрын
my Focus Sits in the shop wont start keeps breaking down pioneer told me i need to wait 5 weeks my job requires a dependable car this is not it? its junk
@unknownninja4430
@unknownninja4430 7 жыл бұрын
thats why i recommend manual transmission
@jamileepiatt9760
@jamileepiatt9760 7 жыл бұрын
the automatic and manual are one in the same the automatic is 2 -3 speed transmissions with an automatic clutch if uou want manual you shift down to the next lower gear then you push arrow up or the down arrow to to shift down through all 6 gears which is not at all the same
@metallicafan416
@metallicafan416 5 жыл бұрын
@@jamileepiatt9760 they are nothing the same SMH
@insidertrading1
@insidertrading1 12 жыл бұрын
I didn't find the interior of high quality... The DSG is a cheap imitation of VW, which isn't necessarily a bad thing, it's was necessary to keep cost down
@fortnightpro549
@fortnightpro549 Жыл бұрын
How bo BGVRP please for pc ok bro good bye bro ok bro ok bro ok
@joel9873
@joel9873 5 жыл бұрын
High quality - ROFL
@CortxVortx
@CortxVortx 4 жыл бұрын
Mine is.
@joeltorres1549
@joeltorres1549 2 жыл бұрын
So it dnt park it self goofy 🤣 it helps u 🤦🏽‍♂️🤦🏽‍♂️
@miguelasantiago9543
@miguelasantiago9543 5 жыл бұрын
So, let's buy American, buy a Ford!
@louchef1013
@louchef1013 7 жыл бұрын
Have one I regret getting it.. don't recommend it
@dagoatchampa5911
@dagoatchampa5911 6 жыл бұрын
lou chef did your car battery for alot??
@fortnightpro549
@fortnightpro549 Жыл бұрын
How bo BGVRP please for pc ok bro good bye bro ok bro ok. Bro ok bro ok bro
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