2011 Ford Focus consumer reviews

I bought my new 2011 focus SES gray in feb. It is a great vehicle! The exterior looks awesome I have the SES version with the sport suspension and the 17in dark alloy wheels. It drives and corners great no problems. The interior is comfortable with cloth seats. The SYNC system is really helpful in traffic or long trips I can play my music off my phone through the system and the turn by turn directions that is standard with all sync systems is very helpful. Everything about this vehicle is awesome! The value is great! Automatic does have a lil lag in the throttle but i get 40 hwy and 30 city in mine and i live in dallas! that is great

I purchased my 2011 Ford Focus in February. It has very low mileage. I sold a 12MPG Truck and got a 38MPG car. I am retired now and with the rising cost of fuel, I needed a vehicle with better fuel economy. I have always owned Fords, so, maybe I might be a little prejudice, but, I don't think so. I really Love my Ford Focus.

I drive about 1,000 miles per week. Mainly highway miles. Car is not even 3 months old and I have put 10,000 miles on it. Getting 50 mpg on the highway @ 55 - 60 mph. MPG goes to low 40's at 70 mph. Got the Focus SE with sync out the door including tax for about $14k can't beat the value. A/C really cold, great sound system, blue tooth, USB with SAT radio free for six months, power windows, cruise control etc. Look the 2011 is not very sporty or may have great exterior looks but it's saving me money. I'm in the car over 2 hours a day and it's extremely comfortable. I don't think you can find a better value from the top imports in this class Honda, Toyota, or Mazda. Hope the car lasts and that I don't kill it with all the milage.

The 2011 Focus offers alot of bang for little $$$! Mine is the SE sedan version nicely equiped, and including the new SYNC system. Unlike the Civic and Fit, this car is QUIET, and rides exceptionally obetter than the Mazda 3, and Nissan Sentra, and Versa. Of all the competitors I've mentioned, ONLY the Versa rivaled the '11 focus in price, after rebates. I have averaged 35 mpg so far, better than the 26 avg, on my wifes 04 Matrix. Quality is superior in this car, it seems like a larger,heavier car, when you drive it. It also has a relatively ease of accsess/egress, and great visibility, though the Fit, and Versa, have an edge on that. Plenty of cargo room, even when you don't fold down the split rear seats. Performance is good, though, similar, to the competition. SYNC works nicely, to make/recieve calls, and listen to music, or for traveling (navigation feature). Road manners are secure, QUIET, and comfortable, less sporty, than the Civic, Fit, Mazda 3, more along the lines of the Sentra, Versa, Corrolla, or Yaris. Transmission, and Engine worked nicely together..SMOOOOTH! This car is a great value, but, a completely redesigned 2012 version is already available, and it looks to be even more superior, than its predecessor!!! Bottom line, the Focus either an '11, or '12, is worth a look!

great deal from Dealer (VanBortal) - with the additional $$ from the byback of our windstar, the offer was too good to pass up. The SEL Focus is a solid little car.

I have always been one for the bigger more powerful cars. This one is the smallest I would go and has just enough power to be considered ok. But thats where it stops. It is great on gas, gets my family of four around with ease, Has a beautiful look with the se sport package and up models, Has a large trunk for it's size, and handels very well even without a sway bar. The sync system is a great option although it can be tricky to get used to due to having to say certain words or it can be confused by certain words. I am very happy with this car.

Because of a now limited income and no need for my 2006 F250 , I traded for a 2011 Ford Focus. This is a fun car to drive, easy to handle, takes the hills where I live without a "grunt",and can get me out of trouble if needed with it's quick response. The fact that it gets over 30mph in cold weather and with hills everywhere we go helps too.

I was not told of some of the things that should be made known to people who live and drive in the mountains. The most important, the 2011 Ford Focus does not allow chains to be used in heavy snow conditions. Thus preventing driving through passes that require chains in winter. Good aggressive snow tires are a must when driving in snow country. This adds to the cost of the car immediately if you buy during winter months. Oh yes, and be prepared for the 16" snow tires to rub the inside of the fenders. The exterior design of the rear of the car does not keep the trunk lid clear of dirt and grime. Thus when shutting the trunk be prepared to have a dirty hand or glove to get back in and drive with or go on with your day. Though the interior is very comfortable and with the SEL and SES heated leather seats are available, electric power seats are not available. The pump up drivers front seat is a nuisance. There are no steel wheels available to mount snow tires on and save aluminum wheels from pitting with snow removal chemicals. The mileage advertised is far less than the EP mpg rated. So far the best we have gotten on the highway is 28.6 far below the 35-40 we were told. Also in town it is only 22.4 less than the 28-30. Fog lights are a must, but are only available on certain SEL and SES packages. Our car is an SEL and does have the fog lights. Lights are not automatic, and this safety feature is not even available on the 2011 and earlier models. This we assumed was a standard feature as it is on other makes and models. So I guess what I am saying is don't assume things are standard features on the Focus. Also, don't expect your salesman to tell you everything before you sign the dotted line. Ask, Ask, Ask and then make your decision. If I had the choice to make again, I would have considered other makes and or the Fusion. It has all the standard features that I have mentioned above the Focus does not.

Excellent safety features on the SE, side curtain airbags and crumple zones did their job. My son walked away from a horrendous meeting with a power pole.

Leaking power stearing fluid. Part has been order none in stock. This happen after 1200 miles.I like the car alot.