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ON THE
ROAD
Performance 4/5
All but the 1.4 engine are keen
Ride & handling 4/5
Sharp drive; firm ride with sports suspension
Refinement 3/5
All engines are quiet, but too much road noise
OWNERSHIP
Buying & owning 4/5
Affordable running costs
Quality & reliability 4/5
Sturdy build and decent reliability
Safety & security 4/5
Stability control standard across the range
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IN THE CABIN
Behind the wheel 4/5
Superb layout makes life easy
Space & practicality 4/5
Spacious for passengers and their luggage
Equipment 5/5
Most models are well equipped; avoid entry Studio
PROS
The Focus sets the class
benchmark for driving pleasure. It’s spacious and running costs
are low.
CONS Some models
suffer from an overly firm ride, there's too much road noise and
residual values are weak. |
