By Bruce Caldwell
Model Tested: Ford Focus Titanium 4-Door Sedan
Engine: 2.0-liter DOHC I4, 160 hp, 146 lb/ft
Transmission: 6-speed automatic, front wheel drive
EPA Ratings: 27-mpg city/37-mpg highway
Base Price: $22,270
As Tested: $25,480
Performance:
Model Tested: Ford Focus Titanium 4-Door Sedan
Engine: 2.0-liter DOHC I4, 160 hp, 146 lb/ft
Transmission: 6-speed automatic, front wheel drive
EPA Ratings: 27-mpg city/37-mpg highway
Base Price: $22,270
As Tested: $25,480
Performance:
Excellent ride and handling
Peppy acceleration
Fun to drive
Impressive fuel economy
Comfort:
Comfort:
Excellent front seat legroom
Ample interior storage
Tight backseat for tall passengers
Great contoured steering wheel with tilt/telescopic
Comfy, supportive seats
Excellent sound system
Utility:
Utility:
Big trunk
Flat floor
Ample power points, device inputs
Wow Factors:
Wow Factors:
Loaded with high-tech features (MyFord Touch)
6-speed automatic
Sharp, crisp styling
Rear parking aid sensor
Rain sensitive wipers
Whines:
Whines:
Tight backseat
Large trunk speaker uses valuable cargo space
Folding rear seats don’t fold completely flat
Bottom Line: The redesigned 2012 Ford Focus represents a substantial upgrade from the previous excellent platform. It’s bigger and better with a wide array of features and options that make it seem more like an intermediate than a compact.
Bottom Line: The redesigned 2012 Ford Focus represents a substantial upgrade from the previous excellent platform. It’s bigger and better with a wide array of features and options that make it seem more like an intermediate than a compact.
No comments:
Post a Comment