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2001 Ford Focus User Reviews

2001 Ford Focus Review Ratings

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Average Ratings from 95 reviews

  • Performance:3.7 out of 5 stars3.7 out of 5 stars3.7 out of 5 stars3.7 out of 5 stars3.7 out of 5 stars 3.7 / 5
  • Appearance:3.9 out of 5 stars3.9 out of 5 stars3.9 out of 5 stars3.9 out of 5 stars3.9 out of 5 stars 3.9 / 5
  • Build Quality:3.9 out of 5 stars3.9 out of 5 stars3.9 out of 5 stars3.9 out of 5 stars3.9 out of 5 stars 3.9 / 5
  • Overall:4 out of 5 stars4 out of 5 stars4 out of 5 stars4 out of 5 stars4 out of 5 stars 4 / 5

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PROS
"fuel economy" 44 reviews
"ride" 33 reviews
"power" 28 reviews
"handling" 20 reviews
"speed" 13 reviews
CONS
"power" 9 reviews
"fuel economy" 8 reviews
"ride" 5 reviews
"small power" 3 reviews
"light" 3 reviews

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dad417 writes:
2001 Ford Focus ZX3 Review
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Fair gas mileage (28mpg)

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Basic Commuter Car. — This car is ok to commute to work. I have taken it on long trips. Mileage is ok, but you do feel like you're stuffed in a tin can.

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Andy writes:
2001 Ford Focus LX Review
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everything

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a little bit thirsty

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The Best — i never thought i would get one but i did and it has to be one of the best cars i have evr driven very fast only got a 1.6 zetec but it is fast sounds mint for standard looks great the ride is so comfortable and the space in side is amazing all round good car

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Colin writes:
2001 Ford Focus SE Wagon Review
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Great on fuel. Lots of storage space. Soft ride, and good power.

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no ABS on this model. But very easy to drive.

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2nd Car I Bought — Great storage as its a full station wagon size. Great full tank and efficiency even after 120k and 7 years.

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Paul writes:
2001 Ford Focus SE Wagon Review
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Cheap to own and very practicable

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Its a Ford. Just like your Dad would drive

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The Family Car That Doesnt Make You Feel The Urge To Start A Family? — Amazingly the Ford Focus is not a bad car at all. Considering all the requirements and the huge variety of alternatives out there I couldn't find anything else that does the job as well as this. Of course its a minor bonus that the zetec engine is a good performer and the handling is top notch as is the long list of standard equipment that happened to come with the car. And my wife likes it!

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Fernando writes:
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Performance, drive and handling, great interior and inexterior styling and craftmanship

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Can't think of one

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5 Door 2.0l Manual - This Time Was The Much Nicer European Version — Exterior and interior styling was fantastic. A very funky car. The 2.0L engine was very good and car was quite quick. Ride and handling was fantastic (of course, it's a Focus). The car took some seriuos beating and stayed in one piece... a great motor!

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Chris writes:
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Handling

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Fuel cost

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Best Car I've Had — Lots of extras again, heated windscreen etc. Excellent handling and good performance. looked good and reliable

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Lukey writes:
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quick, looks good.

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nothing at the moment!

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Quick, Cheap And Relaible. — my interior is full leather so very nice. Gearbox and clutch easy to get used to, handling is brilliant and very smooth.

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Matt writes:
2001 Ford Focus ZX3 Review
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Inexpensive parts, ease of repair, good gas mileage, reliable.

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No OEM parts have failed on me from normal driving. I have no complaints because when the car is used within its intentions, it's an excellent vehicle.

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Relatively Boring To Drive Stock, Responds Well To Modifications. Reliable. — This car is relatively slow stock, but has plenty of room and is a comfortable vehicle. It handles very neutrally and makes for an easy car to own as a first vehicle. It responds extremely well to modifications, and when done right can be an absolute show-stopper.

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Lisa writes:
2001 Ford Focus ZX3 Review
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Small, compact, good on gas

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Small, easily hidden

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Zippy — Its a focus... Its kinda tiny but it zips up and down the hills quite well. Looks like a spaceship at night...cool

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Jim writes:
2001 Ford Focus SE Wagon Review
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One of the best engines they have made for fuel economy

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FORD

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I Will Never Reccomend A Current North American Vehical — 4 Cylider automatic. Disc brakes on front and drums on rear. Descent trunk space but spare tire hard to get out. All in all I don't know what to say but I guess it is an okay car fo what it is.

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Cost $4,659 Average Instant Market Value $5,660 Average Instant Market Value $4,968 Average Instant Market Value
Gas Mileage (highway) 32 35 37
Horsepower 130 115 125
Crash Test Rating 5 5 4
Front Leg Room (inches) 43.1 42.5 42.5

Reviews From Other Years

2013 Ford Focus Reviews

Fun, A Bit Funny By kcurtsinger

Certainly and exciting car with character busting from the seams. It's not luxury, but it's by no means economy either. The sport mode is nifty for getting that extra kick while entering the interstat... Read More

Fun By Rob

WOW what a great looking little car. This thing is loaded. Just got it and I cant wait till summer to go cruising around in it. It should be a fun car to drive, very comfortable seats. So far its very... Read More

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2012 Ford Focus Reviews

Perfect Commuter Car By auksb_07

This car is perfect for my commute between Baltimore and Washington. It gets great gas mileage, its comfy, and is very reliable. The acceleration leaves a lot to be desired but, its fine for my gridl... Read More

Great Daily Driver By kbro

Fuel mileage is the best part, the car looks good and performs well for what it is. has all kinds of options you can get. but the price can get out of hand in a hurry i priced one on ford.com and had ... Read More

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2011 Ford Focus Reviews

2011 Ford Focus Sel By NitaScottSellsCars

I like the way the car looked inside and out. I drove it to Greenville, NC on a full tank of gas & filled up once I got there. I also took a trip to Dolly Wood in Pigeon Forge, TN both trips was comfo... Read More

Don't Buy Ford By Simon

looks and sounds like a great car to buy after owning for a year and looking after it, the stupid thing has started to fall apart the engine mount snapped at 10,000 miles unbelievable to be honest R... Read More

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2010 Ford Focus Reviews

Ford Focus 2010 By crazycatlover1

Love everything about, I never thought of Ford as a sporty car until I got mine. I get lots of compliments. Has plenty of get up and go for a 4 cyl. Handles great on the road. Hugs the corners. Read More

Good Little Car By gpg9559

This is a fun car, great handling and my fuel mileage is way above EPA estimates. I get 29 in city driving and 39 on the hiway sometimes more if I am careful. Car reviewers and EPA testers must have ... Read More

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2009 Ford Focus Reviews

Life With My '09 Focus 2.0 Duratec By Gabriel

Good looking car with a sporty line and nice handling, sometimes i feel it has a little bit lazy acceleration because its weight (1327 Kg), but stills a well built and reliable car. Very comfortable... Read More

2009 Ford Focus Hatch By Shaun

Not a bad car. A bit plain jane but it is 2 litre, not the 1.6 so it goes ok. Understeers too much which can be dangerous in the wet. Has been reliable so far. The tipronic is good but only a 4 speed... Read More

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