The Ford Focus has long been a favourite with families, couples and individuals alike, praised for its fun handling, low running costs and stylish design. In this CarGurus used car review Chris Knapman considers whether or not it makes a good used purchase, and identifies a few areas to look out for if you're in the market for one.
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Pros
Great to drive and comfortable to travel in
The ST and RS hot hatches are lots of fun
Affordable running costs for most models
Cons
Troublesome early Powershift gearboxes
Be wary of cars that have not had their timing belt changed on time
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The CarGurus verdict
With any car that sells in extremely high volumes, it is almost inevitable that some customers will experience problems somewhere down the line. So it has transpired to some extent with the third-generation Ford Focus, particularly in regard to earlier iterations of the Powershift gearbox.
However, allowing for this and the coolant hose issue on earlier 1.0-litre models, a properly maintained Focus should be a perfectly dependable car, not to mention one that’s well-liked by owners. Combined with there being a plentiful supply across a wide range of budgets, it’s easy to see why it is such a dominant force in the used car market.
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