2006 Ford Focus

Rating from Mr. Focus

(4)
Comfort:		4 out of 5
Performance:		4 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		4 out of 5
Interior Design:		4 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		4 out of 5

"I bought this car new and it hasn't given me any serious problems. I have about 75K on it now which is still pretty light. I drive this car hard but she's holding up well. I just had the power steering belts and everything else power steering replaced which was about $800, But all in all I really can't complain, only thing I've ever had to fix that wasn't normal wear and tear. I did the brakes and rotors myself (I'm no mechanic and it's the first fix I've ever done, but this car is pretty simple) this past year and it now drives like a gem. This truly is a great little car, I love it! The steering is surprising tight, in a good way, good gas mileage even driving hard I still get 20-25 overall. I plan on getting another car in the next year or two, but I'm keeping this Focus as well. It's a fun little car to drive, reasonable in price, and we've had some great times so I'm not getting rid of her. I did keep very good care of this car, all preventative maintenance, always got alignments when needed to which aren't cheap, flushed steering fluid, brake fluids etc. so maybe that's why some of these people have more problems with their cars, bc their previous owner didn't take care of it. But I also only have 75K so we'll see."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Commuting

Rating from the real deal

(1)
Comfort:		1 out of 5
Performance:		2 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		3 out of 5
Interior Design:		4 out of 5
Value for the Money:		1 out of 5
Reliability:		1 out of 5

"I bought my 2006 Focus in 2009, no issues when I drove it off the lot. I would stay away if the car has electric windows, the door control switches will likely fail. Also, the cars are famous for cupping the rear tires, at least the 2000-2010 models. If your Focus has a CD player, you might tie a fishing line to your CDs, I've had an Alabama CD stuck in the player for a year. One more thing, if the Focus you are looking at has a Manual Transmission, stay away, I'm installing a new tranny at this writing."

I would recommend this car to a friend: No

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Commuting

Rating from Cody19

(4)
Comfort:		4 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		4 out of 5
Interior Design:		4 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		3 out of 5

"My2006 Focus is great for the money and great considering it has 98,000 miles on the odometer. It also has lots of power and pep."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Having fun

Rating from davedish

(5)
Comfort:		5 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		4 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"I bought this car with just under 60K miles 1 year ago. I'm approaching 90K now, and I couldn't be happier! In a years time, I spent $40 on a clutch master cylinder, and another $40 for two new license plate lamps (to correct a blowing fuse in the parking light circuit). With current fuel avg at 32.93 mpg and a zippy 5 speed, cavernous hatchback payload capacity with the seats folded down, it covers all the bases brilliantly. My only wish would have been to get a ZX5 so I could have installed a rack on the roof! To think the insurance company wrote this little baby off because of some hail damage...for shame!!"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Commuting

Rating from Astonlady

(5)
Comfort:		5 out of 5
Performance:		4 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		5 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"I bought this car new. It has never given me a moments problem. I maintain it regularly and it now has 133,000 kms. It is such a reliable car I am almost scared to sell it. It handles beautifully, quiet, great highway car and easy in the city, excellent fuel economy. It is black and looks fabulous after I have polished it. I can honestly say, I LOVE this car!"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Commuting

Rating from Sarah

(1)
Comfort:		3 out of 5
Performance:		2 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		2 out of 5
Interior Design:		2 out of 5
Value for the Money:		2 out of 5
Reliability:		1 out of 5

"this is the worst car i have ever has!!!!!! i have a 06 focus se and this will be the 3rd transmission i have replaced...and ford will do nothing about..so much for americano!!!!!"

I would recommend this car to a friend: No

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Commuting

Rating from Mel

(3)
Comfort:		4 out of 5
Performance:		4 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		5 out of 5
Value for the Money:		4 out of 5
Reliability:		1 out of 5

"I bought my focus brand new in 2006. I loved this car. It handled great, had more get up and go than others in its class. I also liked all the features and body style since I bought the sport package with upgraded body style and premium sound. October of 2010 is when this car started going downhill majorly... The alternator failed. I had it replaced with a Ford rebuilt. Three months later, it failed again and was replaced. The second failure killed my battery, so I replaced that as well. March of this year I go to start my car and its dead. I got it jumped. The cables were loose so I assumed that was the cause and went on my way. Three weeks later it died again. Charged it. It died two more times. Garage couldn't find anything wrong...assumed it was a faulty battery. Put a new battery in...worked for one day then died again... The garage thinks there is an intermittent draw on the battery, which is going to take a while to find seeing as how the car "behaves" at the shop. I'm fed up with not having reliable transportation so I'm getting rid of it...thinking its another faulty alternator. Only 52,000 miles on it too. Such a shame. It used to be a nice, dependable car. I'm hoping I just had major bad luck with this car. I know people who have this car and have had no problems. I guess take this review as you will, but my suggestion is be wary of alternator problems!"

I would recommend this car to a friend: No

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Commuting

Rating from Bobinator3010

(4)
Comfort:		4 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		4 out of 5
Interior Design:		3 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"This is the best car that I have ever driven because the great fuel economy (above 30 mpg), the comfort, the reliability and price! The car has great features. The audio from even the standard speakers is fantastic. I like the CD holder below the steering wheel for storage. The car has great acceleration and braking, although it can feel a little spongy at times. Another thing that I do not like about the car is that there are no head rests in the back, so if I get in a fender bender with passengers in the back, they could have whip lash. The truck is absolutely cavernous and so is the leg room in the front. Although I myself am not tall, my tall father easily fits in it. The speedometer and such is easily read and available. The seats in the front and back are very comfortable. The interior noise is a little loud, but for the price, I cannot complain to much. I highly recommend this vehicle."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Just getting around

Rating from zippy

(4)
Comfort:		3 out of 5
Performance:		4 out of 5
Handling:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		3 out of 5
Interior Design:		3 out of 5
Features:		3 out of 5
Value for the Money:		4 out of 5
Reliability:		4 out of 5

"Passing is exceptional(2.0 L better than some v6/8 s). And the 31MPG not bad either(if you dont do much of that type of passing)."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Commuting

Rating from Clint9KC

(4)
Comfort:		4 out of 5
Performance:		4 out of 5
Handling:		4 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		5 out of 5
Features:		4 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"I have owned two Ford Focus 2006 4-dr hatchbacks (ZX5), and there is very little I do not _love_ about them. The gas mileage is fine, the ride is excellent (especially with top-quality Goodyears), handling terrific, and enough go-juice to accelerate out of trouble (with one or two people aboard). Rear legroom is OK, but I use it like a pickup, with the rear seats down all the time, and it has surprisingly large cargo capacity this way. I wish Ford stll made Focus hatchbacks! If the rear seat were only better illuminated by the interior light, that is one thing I long for."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Commuting