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2012 Ford Focus
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Re: Just spent 4 hours poking n prodding Focus [m6user]
I wouldn't even consider a 2011 Mazda3; my 2009 Mazda3 is just fine thank you. That said, I would very much consider a 2012 SkyActiv-G or better still, a 2013 SkyActiv-D. The above said, considering how much less the 2011 Mazda3 costs versus the 2012 Focus (as close to apples to apples as one can get), you can buy a bunch of gas with the difference. I suspect on a cost ... Read More
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Dashboard styling w/o MyTouch [gambit293]
Did you happen to see a model without Ford Mytouch? I am concerned that the dash for non-Mytouch models will have yawning blank spaces for "non-features." I hate being reminded that I have a cheaper trim by blank buttons and ambiguous empty spots. #349 Fiesta vs the Focus by farout Apr 23, 2011 (3:34 pm) "Both dash 's looked a like." yawning blank spaces? a cheaper trim by blank buttons and ... Read More
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Focus SE impressions
My local dealer has 3 SEs (2 hatches, 1 sedan) on the ground so I went over to take a look. I sat in a dark blue hatch and the (gray) sedan, both automatics and listing for just under $21k. I didn't ask for a test drive because I'm not going to buy a car for at least a year... and they didn't offer a test drive. Likes: * Comfortable driving ... Read More
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Re: handling + ride comfort [creakid1]
Of course, the Elantra & Focus had something in common. People in this country generally have been ranking them at the bottom of the food chain -- the inferior compacts below the Civic & Jetta. Well, that's half right. Not a bad percentage for a hitter in baseball. The Focus hasn't been ranked up high for several years, as Ford let the US model languish while the Europeans got the Good ... Read More
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Re: First Look [netranger4]
Autoblog has another review, this time of a Titanium sedan: http://www.autoblog.com/2011/03/30/2012-ford-focus-titanium-review-road-test/ The review is pretty favorable, though they do mention the tight rear and the fact that the prominent center console seems to restrict front space. I'm about 5'6 also, so netranger's comment concerns me a little bit. Then again, I'm coming from a celica, which has a pretty cocoonish cockpit design as well, so maybe I wouldn't notice anyway.
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Re: 2012 Ford Focus transmissions [babbs3]
The transmission in the new Focus is nothing like the POS 6 speed in the Fusion. I have a 2010 Fusion that I am trading in because of transmission and air in the cooling system concerns. The 2012 Focus has a 6 speed dual clutch dry transmission, the same trans that's in the 2011 Fiesta. Two internal gear sets divide the ratios in half, one odd gears, one even gears. One ... Read More
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Re: As soon as the 2012 Ford Focus hits... [igozoomzoom]
I think Kia blew their early 2011 marketing budget on the Optima. I am seeing ads for it everywhere, including the Super Bowl. Optima is much more important for Kia than a Forte hatch--even if you and I prefer a Forte hatch.
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Re: As soon as the 2012 Ford Focus hits... [baggs32]
The Forte is clearly Kia's entry into the compact segment. With the addition of the new Forte 5-door hatchback for the 2011 model year, it can now be had in three distinct body styles- 2-door coupe (Koup, that is), 4-door sedan or 5-door Hatchback. The Forte is aimed squarely at the new Focus, Mazda3, Civic and Chevy Cruze! I've been surprised at how little the Forte 5-door has been publicized since ... Read More
2012 focus or 2011 Sentra SL
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Re: 2012 focus or 2011 Sentra SL [kalich555]
kalich555, My name is Seni with Ford Customer Service. The 2012 Focus is currently available at dealers. We would also be happy to look up any local area incentives on the Focus, please feel free to call the Ford Marketing Headquarters at 800-334-4375 at your convenience. You may also check out www.Ford.com/Incentives, for local incentives on all of your favorite Ford vehicles. Seni Ford Customer Service Division
2012 Ford Focus
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Re: Edmunds comparo - Focus v. Cruze [gambit293]
And another comparo at the Boston Globe: http://www.boston.com/cars/newsandreviews/overdrive/2011/03/ford_focus_chevrolet- _cruze_review.html This one mentions the noteable step-up in quality in both cars, compared to the Korean competitors. The writer also felt the Focus' sport suspension was a tad hard.
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Edmunds comparo - Focus v. Cruze
Edmunds' Insideline recently posted its 2012 Ford Focus v. 2011 Chevy Cruze comparo. http://www.insideline.com/ford/focus/2012/comparison-test-2011-chevrolet-cruze-l- tz-vs-2012-ford-focus-titanium.html Result: Focus soundly stomped the Cruze, although the writer made it a point to note the Cruze's overall decent performance. especially when compared to the Cobalt.
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Looking at this makes me feel...
just wonderful. Red is nice but that Goldfinger color is more what I want. I will hold out for what I want and ya know, when I look long and hard at the 2012 Ford Focus hatch or sedan, transmission doesn't matter. I'll buy their 6-spd. automatic "dual-clutch" DSG transmission with the little flicker on the gearknob to change "gears." I can say it doesn't matter because my 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer ... Read More
Compact Sedans
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Re: The "new" Civic and Corolla? [smallcar1]
Hello, This is Justin from Ford Customer Service. Two vehicles that we offer that I feel will meet your needs are the 2011 Fiesta or 2012 Focus. The 2011 Fiesta starts out at only $13,320 and has an outstanding fuel economy of up to 29 mpg city and 40 mpg hwy. The Focus will be available during this spring and starts out at $16, 995. Some features across both vehicles that ... Read More
2012 Ford Focus
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The thrill is still...
Hot! Hot! Hot! Hot! Hot! Hot! Hot! Hot! Ummmm. The girls that sing that song really do the Hot! Hot! thing accurate and fast, was it Sista Sledge that did that song? Look at the hatch in silver. That's what's caught me, is the European-inspired looks of the 2012 Ford Focus. I want to see more consumer driving views of this car, and it's not out yet. I read mid-February it ... Read More
Compact Sedans
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The "new" Civic and Corolla?
Automobile magazine has an article in its March 2011 issue that is very appropriate for this discussion: a review of the 2012 Focus and 2011 Elantra. In the article, they point out that, 15 years ago, the two cars at the top of the compact class were the Civic and Corolla. Now, the mag opines, the top two cars in the compact class are the 2012 Focus and 2011 Elantra. The ... Read More
2012 Ford Focus
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autoblog review
Another fairly extensive review: http://www.autoblog.com/2011/01/31/2012-ford-focus-first-drive-review-road-test/-
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Re: E-Mail to Ford on 23-Jan-2011 [backy]
Hmmm, when I originally checked the Ford 2012 Focus web site I found I was unable to configure a car with heated mirrors and a manual transmission. Now however, I find the SE is available with the "SE Winter Package" that has heated mirrors, I wonder if that's a late update to the web site. That's a start; a start big enough to possibly tip the balance. Unfortunately I really want ... Read More
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Re: E-Mail to Ford on 23-Jan-2011 [shipo]
Myself, I like an automatic tranny, but that "rocker switch" in the new Focus is bogus. Why not a gated shifter, or a slap shift, or paddle shifters? I think the new Explorer has the same thing, which to me is a major turnoff. Sans the rocker switch, the new Focus looks like an impressive car.
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Re: E-Mail to Ford on 23-Jan-2011 [shipo]
My comments posted to Ford on their "Ideas and Suggestions" contact link: 29-Jan-2011 I've had an E-Mail exchange with [Customer Relations Rep] via Ford's crcfmc-AT-ford.com address regarding the availability of a 2102 Ford Focus Titanium equipped with a manual transmission. As she tells the tale, it's not going to happen; period, full stop, the end. I would like to suggest that Ford offer something along the lines of a limited edition ... Read More
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Re: E-Mail to Ford on 23-Jan-2011 [shipo]
My response to their response: 29-Jan-2011 Hello [Customer Relations Rep], Thank you for taking the time to write me regarding my disappointment about the lack of manual transmission availability on the new 2012 Focus Titanium; I appreciate the personal touch in this day and age of automated this-that-and-the-other-thing. Unfortunately, my feeling is that the information you presented me with sounds like a bunch of marketing double talk. From my perspective, the ... Read More
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Re: E-Mail to Ford on 23-Jan-2011 [shipo]
Response from Ford: 27-Jan-2011 Dear Shipo, Thank you for contacting Ford Motor Company on 1/23/2011 1142 PM. We appreciate the time you have taken to write us. We are happy to hear about your interest in the completely redesigned 2012 Ford Focus! Unfortunately, there are no plans at this time to offer the 2012 Focus with a fully manual transmission. The 2012 Focus SEL and Titanium will be available with the ... Read More
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E-Mail to Ford on 23-Jan-2011
To whom it may concern, I have been closely following the development and ultimately the release of the 2012 Ford Focus with great anticipation; and have been planning on buying one sometime this year. Unfortunately I find that the only version of the new Focus that is available with a manual transmission is the SE model, a model that cannot be had with many of the premium options bestowed upon the ... Read More
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Re: 2012 Focus [hackattack5]
In that this Focus is really jusy the 2001 model warmed over because Ford didn't have the conviction to send us the redesigned new one, you'd think any car guy would find it to be mediocre at best. But I think the 2011 Focus has a very pleasant ride. I find myself liking it a lot more than I'd imagine.....Dealers are indeed offering generous discounts on them now...i think this Focus ... Read More
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Re: "Early 2011" availability... [4ref1]
I just found a Ford link that reports arrival at dealerships in mid February. http://www.fordinsidenews.com/forums/showthread.php?6770-Last-Focus-Rolls-Down-W- ayne-Assembly-Line
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Re: "Early 2011" availability... [gambit293]
Did you find the equipped tire info on the Ford website? I can't seem to find anything other than generic wheel size and type info. Thanks. You'd think tire size information would be on the manufacturer's web site, right? =) I tried to find it on Ford's site also, but to no avail. When all else fails, go to cars.com- http://www.cars.com/ford/focus/2012/specs/?acode=USC20FOC123C0
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Re: "Early 2011" availability... [markus5]
I'm waiting too. However, not looking to go as high on option packages as you do. I have found that the larger wheels & tires usually result in more NVH and become quite expensive.. BTW, my 2004 ZTS Focus has heated cloth seats. they worked out pretty well. I was never big on leather. When I was car shopping in Dec. 2005, I remember test driving a 2006 Focus ZX4 ST, ... Read More
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"Early 2011" availability...
Everything I can find online just says the 2012 Focus will be available in early 2011.... A more specific launch date would really be helpful to prospective buyers! =) I was planning to buy a 2011 Mazda3 5-door (to replace my 2006 Mazda3 s 5-door) but I'm holding off until I see/drive the 2012 Focus 5-door. If the Focus Titanium 5-door drives half as good as it looks, I'll be buying ... Read More
2011 Honda Civic
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2011 Honda Civic
Ok, so lately I've been reading articles and comments regarding the new Ford Focus and Chevrolet Cruze and touting their acclaimed 40 mpg on the highway and how that is going to be the best in class. I haven't seen ANYTHING regarding the next gen Honda Civic due out around the same time, which currently holds the best in class MPG (as far as I know...). Is this just something that ... Read More
Ford Focus: MPG-Real World Numbers
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Re: Update on 2005 Ford Focust ST at 65,000 miles [basiliskst]
Couldn't agree more with the above post. Bought my '03 Focus SVT used in '06 when gas hit $3.20/gal. It had 15k on it then, now has 67k. Outside of tires (2 sets of z-rated hi-po rubber) and at-home oil and filter changes, in the past 50k, I have not spent any money on the car! Still on the original brake pads and rotors and the interior (black leather Recaro's) looks ... Read More
Ford Focus Sedan
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Did you see this yet?
Focus RS. 2011 Should be the best year for the focus yet. ">link titlehttp://www.autoblog.com/2009/02/25/video-fifth-gear-wrings-out-fords-new-300-hp-- focus-rs/ PAGESETUP.addControl(function() { YAHOO.util.Dom.get('forum_total_cnt').innerHTML='(30 Total Discussions)'; }, 'high');
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