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2007 Ford Focus reviews
Ford Focus reviews by year of make: 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 Read all reviews
Shane, Ireland
Ford Focus 1.4 Zetec connection 2007
I bought a 2007 3dr Focus from new and still have it. But one regret I have is not getting a bigger engine. The 1.4 is so sluggish and under powered. 80hp in a car that size just isn’t enough. In the 4 years I’ve owned it I’ve only had one problem, a pipe for the powersteering burst, wasn’t an expensive fix either so didn’t really mind. All in all very happy with the car.. Time now for an st!!
Submitted: 09/02/2011 21:20:30
Henry Richards, England
Ford Focus 2007
I’ve had a couple of problems whilst I’ve owned my car mainly bushes going first on my suspension now they have worn on my steering arm but other than that its an excellent car I’m really happy I bought it.
Submitted: 16/01/2011 20:45:01
Paul Rowles, Kent
Ford Focus Ghia Tdci 2007
Bought our car in 2007. It is a Ford Focus Ghia Tdci. We bought it for cash. Never again because there is very bad after sales service. Flywheel went wrong and then the parking sensors. Then pipe in the steering and now for no apparent reason the plastic surrounding the control panel has started to crack and this does not come under the warranty and they expect us to pay £400 to have it repaired. We have always bought Fords but after this experience would not again. If we had known the problems we would have gone for a less expensive car because we feel we have wasted £13,000.
Submitted: 07/09/2010 22:57:51
Lucy, Somerset
Ford Focus 1.6 Zetec 2007
Bought this car in 2007, lovely to drive, handles really well, decent enough power for engine size. Lovely spacious boot, easily large enough for a double buggy, plus associated ’essential’ junk! Had no real problems with the car, except exhaust rust and one on occasion ’blowing out’ on the motorway... but it was still driveable to garage! Great petrol consumption, smart interior and there are 116,000 miles on the clock and no sign of the power loss mentioned in other reviews. Fingers crossed that continues! Would buy again, and now looking for an RS!
Submitted: 06/09/2010 15:36:05
Colin Whittock, Cambridgeshire
Ford Focus 1.6 Style Duratec 100PS 2007
Having had a Vectra SRI, it took a long time to get used to a smaller less powerful car and TBH, I hated it. But, it’s grown on me. It seemed the Focus was not as economical as the more powerful Vectra (and that still holds true) but you have to drive economically to achieve best results from the Focus. The best economy comes in speed bands. Its more economical at 36mph than 30, more economical at 65mph than 50mph...and so on. Use the computer, you soon see where it works best. If you drive it hard, you’re going to gulp the fuel. I guess the 100PS engine just isnt quite powerful enough for economy. Its zippy, but if you’re a tightwad like me...its hurts your pocket. I’ve had it about a year...its ok on long journeys, its ok round town if you avoid constant stop starts (that really hits the economy). Everything works as it should, no reliabilty issues. Nothing bad to say really other than the tyres are a bit noisy and the engine a bit raucous...but it is a relatively base model. I’d definately buy another Focus, but perhaps a more powerful version. Constant stop start town driving, IRO 35mpg. Urban driving at say 35mph, IRO 50mpg. Motorway driving at 65, IRO 46mpg. You can guess I’m not in love with it, but it’s grown on me. I may even be converted to Fords.
Submitted: 25/08/2010 21:50:30
Adam Pegler, Hampshire
Ford Focus Style 1600 2007
I bought my Focus in 2009, I’ve had it for about a year now. It was and is a brilliant car. The speed is fantastic it’s comfortable and economic. At first I had trouble with second gear and ended up taking it back to Ford to replace the Gearbox (under warranty). I now have another issue. Does anyone elses Focus have a hole in the carpet behind the clutch Pedal? It’s where the PAS pipe goes through to the Steering. My pedal became caught on this and caused me to crash. I was wondering if anyone had experienced the same problem? I am currently trying to get them to repair under manufacturer warranty but with difficulty. I’ve looked up images on the web and managed to see that mine is not the only one. If you would let me know about this little problem your help would be greatfully recieved.
Submitted: 21/05/2010 20:56:42
Gordon Stephenson, Lincolnshire
Ford Focus ghia 1600 2007
Having gone down from a vauxhall omega 2.2 automatic to a focus 1600 automatic for the reason we wanted a smaller car now that we have given up caravaning & something more ecnomical, we find it is very heavy on petrol. I don’t do a lot of long distant runs so I feel that it should be better, can anyone else give me any figures on the same car? I am getting a average of 21.6 miles at the present time having had the car since August the best return on mpg as been 33 according to the onboard computer could anyone give me any figures on this car if they get better mileage.
Submitted: 31/12/2009 12:49:21
Rod Bailey, Yorkshire
Ford Focus 1.6 Zetec (115bhp) Climate 2007
Hi, I’ve just finished giving my other car 2 stars its a 308. The focus though.....BRILL Love it. Can not put a foot wrong. Never let me down, now done 41000mls all its had is new tyres and one set F/Pads. Now the Bad news. I am now doing 122mls a day to work and back, around 30k a year. Need a Diesel, found one at listers in Grantham I just hope the Yaris D4D Zinc is as good as the Focus. The ford was doing 43.5mpg and hoping to get 60 plus out of the Yaris. So if you need a FAB FOCUS you can find my old one in Grantham. If you turn up as I hand over the keys you can come with your mates kids other half etc., and see a Big guy cry like a babe, no not the pig.
Submitted: 23/12/2009 22:25:20
Dave Owen, Yorkshire
Ford Focus 1.6tdci (110) 2007
Bought 57 plate 1.6tdci focus from Evans Halshaw. I had the car half a day and a fuel leak covered the engine; then steering pump bearings went. I’ve been back 3 times for same leak and steam cleaning. Excellent drive, superb economy but absolutely none existent customer service from Evans Halshaw. Ford I would recommend but not Evans Halshaw.
Submitted: 05/05/2009 14:41:18
Paul Tasker, England
Ford Focus 1.8 Style 2007
This is my second focus. First one a mark 1 and gave me no problems. So far after 18 months, nor has this one. It’s a good car. The mark 1 was more fun to drive on B roads due to hydraulic steering (1.8 mark 2 has electro hydraulic which is worse), better visibility and felt more agile but this mark 2 is much more of an all rounder. Nicely made, no rattles anywhere, smooth clutch and gearbox. Still handles pretty well although in a more mature, sure footed way. 1.8 petrol is good once you get the revs up, a bit lacking in low down torque as per most 16 valve petrols. Diesel probably better cos you’re more likely to get power when you want it and get much more MPG. I get 35 out of this overall. Not too bad, but motorway economy should be better, gearing is too short. Very very stable at speed, side winds barely noticeable but also a bit too noisy. Those 16 inch tyres kick up a fair racket although no where near as much as my mark 1 which was awful in this area. Far from flawless but I haven’t found anything else without significant drawbacks. Its practical, comfortable, nicely laid out (the steering wheel stereo control stalk is ideally positioned), good in every area but road noise which remains a focus weakness, though I hear, significantly better in 2008 facelift model.
Submitted: 14/04/2009 12:01:52
Lee Brewer, Somerset
Ford Focus 1.8 petrol 2007
I leased this car for first time. It drives pretty well and is pretty nippy but watch out for knocking noise on front suspension. Had it in garage 4 times trying to cure it; in the end got fed up and gave up. Other than that it is a really nice car; all round plenty of room for kids dogs!
Submitted: 16/03/2009 09:43:06
David Setterfield, County Antrim
Ford Focus 1.6 tdci (109bhp) zetec 2007
This has been my second Mk2 Focus, 3rd just purchased. Overall an excellent motor car with excellent fuel economy, fault free and also comfortable and versatile. Have readily recommended to others...
Submitted: 19/01/2009 10:08:37
Steve Isaac, Gloucestershire
Ford Focus ST2. 2007
Nice blend of performance and practicality. Mid-range surge and addictive exhaust grumble are great. Averages 34 MPG on motorway runs but this drops to 23 MPG when pushing hard cross country. No getting away from 224g/km CO2 and resulting tax bill. Brakes resist fade and ABS is not intrusive. Chassis/suspension set up is mini GT rather than hot hatch. Driven as mini GT, for the money, there are not many alternatives that would beat it. If you want a hot hatch then look elsewhere there are better alternatives. Interior is holding up well, nothing fallen off or broken, WD40 has cured seat squeak and odd rattle. Standard fit Recaros are great - fabric grips better than leather on ST3. Have built in sat-nav which is easy to use and works well. Overall, the performance (as a mini GT), practicality and noise outweigh fuel and CO2 - just!
Submitted: 22/12/2008 09:27:38
Phil Knibb, England
Ford Focus ST2 2007
Of all the cars I’ve owned this is the biggest let down of all. Whilst is isn’t a bad car, it is poorly put together, unreliable and although it has a hot hatch engine, the handling is too soft. The interior panels weren’t properly put on in the factory, i had to pop those on and in the back it needed aligning properly, the lights on the dials flicker annoying at times, the turbo gauge gets stuck, the immobiliser is a little too keen - I’ve had to disconnect the battery several times to reset it when it wont start! The rear suspension bushes are worn out and make a nasty noise over the slightest bump and the car is just over 6 months old! Theres more but you get the idea, its crap! If you want a proper hot hatch look at the Seat Leon Cupra (i had one of these before and it was 10 times better!) or Golf GTI, I’m getting rid of the Focus for another Leon...
Submitted: 17/06/2008 16:25:03
David Hawley, Surrey
Ford Focus Zetec 2007
We recently purchased a 2007 3-door Ford Focus Zetec Climate. The first fault we found was a strong pull to the left the second fault was an annoying drivers window rattle not the best result for £7,494.
Submitted: 09/06/2008 09:10:55
Nick, Leicestershire
Ford Focus ST2 2007
Initially, I was absolutely thrilled with my ST. The performance was awesome, and the build quality seemed sound. Just over a year on, I am gravely disappointed with the vehicle. Creaking plastics are a regular occurance with just about every piece of trim sounding like it is ready to fall off. Ford Customer Services, including the service department are very poor, as I have had many problems mis-diagnosed, with the vehicle returning to the dealer on numerous occasions. And to put the icing on the cake, considering how thirsty the ST is, it isn’t much faster than any of its main rivals. I am very disappointed with this, my first and probably last Ford. I put the Focus ahead of the VW Golf when purchasing, but I now wish I’d spent a little extra cash and gone for the VW. Final verdict: If you are like me and are very picky about the quality of your cars, i.e. - cannot tolerate creaking interiors and endless problems, stay well clear of the ST.
Submitted: 06/05/2008 10:57:28
William Rogers, Caerphilly
Ford Focus 1.6 tdci zetec climate 2007
Simply the best car I have ever had. Drives well and I get over 50 miles to the gallon to boot. It is well screwed together, what more do you want or need?
Submitted: 17/03/2008 10:03:02
Rex Whitehead, Yorkshire
Ford Focus 2007
I have owned my new Ford Focus for 12 months now. I love driving this car, the 1.6 115 VCT Ghia, it is a real pleasure. My only complaint is that in some situations it is under powered, the handbrake is awkward as it was designed for left hand drive models but I still love it.
Submitted: 14/03/2008 13:18:58
Sarah Whittington, Kent
Ford Focus 2007
The Ford Focus is an ideal compact family car, ideal for school runs, shopping trips etc. The interior is nice & comfortable with lots of space. The car has a large boot for holding extra luggage. The car is made of high quality with safety features. The Ford Focus has been created to empower the driver. Each precision built component, each advanced technology, chosen to work in harmony and deliver a smooth, exciting driving experience - one that allows you to enjoy every twist and turn in the road and leave stress behind. The Ford Focus is packed full of technology that delivers at every turn from the Anti-lock braking system (ABS) to the optional Electronic Stability Programme (ESP), with Traction Assist for extra stability. Driving is always more enjoyable when you are protected. So the Ford Focus's tough body structure is complemented by an Intelligent Protection System (IPS). Ford Focus has a 5-star Euro NCAP rating and has also been awarded a 4-star child restraints rating and a 2-star pedestrian protection rating. You can feel the excitement of driving the Ford Focus just by looking at it. Refined design and functional elegance provide a look that's solid and well crafted.
Submitted: 22/02/2008 09:50:13
Norman Noel, Surrey
Ford Focus 2007
I LOVE MY FOCUS BECAUSE IT A CAR THAT LIVES UPTO IT’S NAME FOR ME,A CAR THAT FOCUS ON EVERY DETAIL A CAR SHOULD HAVE.
Submitted: 28/01/2008 13:06:53
Michael Bairstow, Somerset
Ford Focus 2.0 TDCi 136 2007
There are some great points made in the other reviews. Although this not a BMW, Volkswagen or Audi it does have the same level of reliability and build quality. This is the best hatchback available and the price range means that it is affordable and excellent value for money. There is a lovely feeling of space in the cabin and a great safety record adds to a very comfortable ride. The economy is good, especially on the diesel. THE BEST HATCHBACK
Submitted: 06/11/2007 13:13:10
Rex Whitehead, England
Ford Focus 1.6 VCT 115 Ghia 2007
I have had my new Ford Focus for 9 months now. It’s the 1.6 VCT 115 Ghia and it’s great to drive, nice to look at and I love the automatic lights. The windscreen wipers are self dipping and the Focus features cruise control. I just love driving it.
Submitted: 01/11/2007 08:56:30
Walther Golding, Durham
Ford Focus 2.0 TDCi 136 2007
Jamie Hobb does indeed sum the Focus up nicely. Lovely to drive, comfortable inside and the best family car. I would like to add that the 2.0 litre diesel is the pick of the engines and gives me almost 50 miles per gallon.
Submitted: 30/10/2007 17:28:46
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