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2017 Ford Focus consumer reviews

$16,775 starting MSRP
side view of 2017 Focus Ford
(230 reviews)
88% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
4.5
Interior
4.5
Performance
4.3
Value
4.5
Exterior
4.6
Reliability
4.5
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Great everyday driver - fun and well designed

I was fortunate to find a heavily discounted leftover Focus, at the maxed-out Titanium trim level, which I have been extremely happy with. I have owned a wide variety of cars over the past 35 years, including the ST version of this model, which included a turbo, high-tech suspension, and many other upgrades. While I do miss the 6-speed transmission, I am otherwise very happy with this new model, which includes just about every feature, other than the accident avoidance technology. The handling is quite solid, mileage is excellent at 28 mpg locally (with a not-so-heavy foot, to be fully open, but ongoing climate control demands in 90 degree weather) and performance is quite engaging. Highway mileage is at 40 when you stay near the speed limit, and the ride is rock solid. The straight-line performance is limited but I wasn't really looking to drag race at this point in my life, and thus the Focus has been perfect. I especially appreciate the European styling and hatchback design, though I wish they wouldn't slope the car as much due to loss of capacity. I know that there are higher rated cars out there, but find the Japanese rivals either boring or sort of ugly (as in the new civics or nissans). the German ones would be tempting but I'm not too pleased with service costs or reliability. Plus this is american made, with no taxpayer subsidies. Please check it out - it's a great bet even if this design is getting a bit stale. For me the $4000 rebate pretty much compensated for the aging design. will have to get back about reliability but so far so good. Go Ford!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
5.0
Interior
5.0
Performance
4.0
Value
5.0
Exterior
5.0
Reliability
5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Happy to drive such a beautiful car and get great

I needed a reliable commuter car but also wanted something stylish all my needs were met with this car I previously owned a Ford and will stay within the Ford family.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
5.0
Interior
5.0
Performance
5.0
Value
5.0
Exterior
5.0
Reliability
5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Awesome car

I bought the 2017 focus titanium in ruby red. It had 10k on it. I loved it as soon as I saw it. It has so many features and its comfortable. Handles well and all around very impressed.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
5.0
Interior
5.0
Performance
5.0
Value
5.0
Exterior
5.0
Reliability
5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Nice car for the money.

Daughter loves it. Purchased a SEL because of all the added options and stereo upgrade. Lots of little adds we're still discovering. Drives well. Smooth ride.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
5.0
Interior
5.0
Performance
5.0
Value
5.0
Exterior
5.0
Reliability
5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Cutest Little Hatchback

The 2017 Ford Focus Hatchback is roomy, quick, and smooth on the road. It comes with such great features as the lights the feet area, which you can change (it's almost like a nightclub in there.) A mini nightclub on the road almost! It's fun, makes people turn their heads, and may even bump yours a little given that the sound system in it is a super plus. All in all, the 2017 Ford Focus Hatchback provides something for everyone, and that includes you.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
5.0
Interior
5.0
Performance
3.0
Value
4.0
Exterior
5.0
Reliability
4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Sporty

Very stylish, great handling and excellent ride for a smaller car. There is virtually no wind noise while driving on the highway. I chose the ruby red color and have had many complements.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
5.0
Interior
5.0
Performance
5.0
Value
5.0
Exterior
5.0
Reliability
5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Reliable as a new car. Wouldn?t buy one as a high

This has been our reliable, great gas mileage, A to B highway use car. Taken on many trips throughout the year we?ve owned it, but could not have asked for a better road companion. Great vehicle for small family, single, or couple looking for a simple good quality car. As a past Subaru owner, I was pleasantly surprised to find that it handles very well In the snow with only front wheel drive. We are only selling because we need to upsize. It has never needed any repairs up to this point at 45000 miles

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
3.0
Interior
3.0
Performance
3.0
Value
4.0
Exterior
3.0
Reliability
4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Brand new.

So far, so good. I love it! It has great gas mileage and is surprisingly roomy. It?s sporty yet luxurious. The hatchback makes it easy to load and unload packages!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
5.0
Interior
5.0
Performance
5.0
Value
5.0
Exterior
5.0
Reliability
5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Great value for fully loaded sedan

Purchased a Titanium and this car meets all of my needs. Very comfortable seating and drive. Handles well. Great gas mileage. Incredible price for a fully loaded sedan.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
5.0
Interior
5.0
Performance
5.0
Value
5.0
Exterior
5.0
Reliability
5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Quite possibly the best investment I have made in

In all honesty, I did not necessarily head out to purchase a new car. Being a GM owner most of my 50+ years of driving a GM product is where my curiosity took me. Fact is I was disappointed in the Chevy line. Heading down to two different Ford Dealerships for a visit peaked my interest in the Focus models. After a couple test drives and enjoying so many driver assist features, the sound system, Sync, comfortable seating, easy exterior viewing (lack of blind spots), the back-up camera, so much to list. Needless to say I spent quite some time securing a favorable deal I am to this day very pleased with having made. It's been a year now and still pleased with my 2017 Ford Focus SE.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
5.0
Interior
5.0
Performance
5.0
Value
5.0
Exterior
5.0
Reliability
5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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