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Summary
The Ford Focus breaks new ground in economy car design. The ZX3 hatchback proves the economical and practical can also be sporty and fun.Overall, the Focus shows that Ford has done some thinking outside the box. In doing so, Ford has created an inexpensive car that is desirable as well as practical.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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ZX3 coupe ($12,125); LX sedan ($12,385); SE sedan ($14,040); ZTS sedan ($15,260); SE wagon ($16,235) |
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Engines:
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2.0-liter dohc 16v inline-4 |
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Transmissions:
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5-speed manual |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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dual front second-generation airbags, side-impact door beams, 3-point front seat belts with adjustable upper mount, pretensioners and load-limiiting retractors, center 3-point inertia real safety belts, UCSSD child safety seat attachments, pressure cut-off proportioning valve on rear brakes, SecuriLock theft-deterrent system standard; ABS with EBD (electronic brake force distribution), Advanctrac, head-and-chest seat-mounted side-impact airbags optional |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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Basic Warranty:
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3 year/36,000 miles |
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Assembled In:
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Wayne, Michigan and Hermosilla, Mexico |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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ZX3 ($12,125) |
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Standard Equipment:
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AM/FM radio with CD player, center console, front courtesy lights with theater dimming, door map pockets, cloth trim on doors, removable package tray, sport bucket front seats with height adjust, 60/40 split-fold rear seat, leather-wrapped steering wheel, tachometer, driver and passenger vanity mirror, battery saver, rear defroster, solar tinted glass, power point, power steering, trip odometer, rear window wiper/washer, aluminum wheels, fog lamps, manual remote mirrors |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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ZX3 Premium Group ($1095) includes air conditioning, cruise control, front center armrest, tilt-telescoping steering wheel, map lights, 16-inch aluminum wheels with P205/50R16 tires; ZX3 Power Group ($740) includes all-door remote keyless entry, power door locks, dual power mirrors, power windows; anti-lock brakes ($400); side-impact air bags ($350) |
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Destination Charge:
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490 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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15200 |
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Layout:
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front-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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130 @ 5300 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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135 @ 4500 |
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Transmission:
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5-speed manual |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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25/33 |
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Wheelbase:
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103.0 |
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Length/width/height:
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168.1/66.9/56.3 |
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Track, f/r:
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58.8/58.5 |
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Turning circle:
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34.3 |
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Seating capacity:
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5 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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39.3/49.4/43.1 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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38.7/49.5/37.6 |
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Cargo volume:
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18.5 |
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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1000 |
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Suspension, f:
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Independent |
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Suspension, r:
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Independent |
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Ground clearance:
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Curb weight:
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2551 |
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Tires:
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P205/50R16 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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disc/drum w ABS, EBD |
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Fuel capacity:
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13.2 |
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