As far as. Performance, comfort, economy and functionality go this Ford Focus is a great little car for the price. It's only fault, and it's a bigger, is the power shift transmission. It's been introduced without enough testing and Ford is paying an enormous cost. My 2013 model has had two reboots and four replacement clutches in 80000klms.
To Ford Australia's great credit, they have offered a very generous proposal to replace my vehicle with a new model, which is a vast improvement on the LW model.
If you are one of the unfortunate owners of a problem car, I urge you to talk quietly to your dealer.

I have been very impressed with the handling, included features and look of the car . I found all of the transmission complaints after I bought the car, however, to date mine has been spot on .. I can only hope this continues . The car has auto wipers, dual climate control, auto headlights and 17 inch alloys

My driving experience for the Ford Focus Trend had been a nightmare! It has severe transmission issues and it has continually had to be serviced as new issues have arised. The handling has been good but take off and noise has left me alarmed for my safety. The shuddering noise from the clutch shakes the whole car and delays acceleration.

I like the comfy seats and the Bluetooth connection and technology is great.

Very good on petrol

This is the first car i purchase myself. I loved my car its great its got the up and go when you need it but its also great for just a pleasantly drive.

I have had some problems with the car i.e i had to have the clutch replaced as it was faulty, the entertainment system had a melt down and had to go back in to get reset.

I find if i fill up with BP ultimate the fuel last but if i fill up with caltex it goes down really fast.

I bough the ST to replace my Pulsar SSS in 2014 and have loved every minute with it. So much fun to drive, comfortable, good looking, very reliable and very well built. I've looked after it well and almost four years later it still looks new and modern. Goes like a scalded cat too! A highly recommended motor.

I am not sure why there are so many bad reviews for this car. I have had mine for the last 3 years and it has been nothing but a pleasure to drive. It brings me great fuel economy through town and on the highway and it is super easy to park.

I haven't had any mechanical issue with the car and have always had it regularly serviced. I don't see myself driving anything else any time soon.

Considered in economical way, I exchanged Ford Focus after sold my JP Wrangler 2 doors. Before making such a frustrated decision, I hesitated on selecting a car. But when I try Focus in the dealer, I thought this can be a great alternative to the Wrangler. The power is not too bad when you slightly step on the accelerator. Also it's a smart car with 6 speed transmission can transfer between auto and manual. I also thought the stereo effect is better than Wrangler. The only 1 disappointed thing was I loose my wrangler.

NO ONE BUY THE FIESTA/FOCUS! This car should be dead and buried along with the Fiesta! These models have faulty transmission/clutches and shouldn't be on the roads! If you drive these faulty cars then you're pretty much sitting in your own coffin. FORD YOU DIRTY DOGS, RECALL THESE CARS YOU PATHETIC COMPANY!!!!

The car is a masterpiece, it runs beautifully and the 2.0 engine is bulletproof yet economical. However there is a major problem. The transmission is A PILE OF CRAP. It stalls on takeoff (especially on hot days) and changes gears very high in the rev range. It makes the car annoying and almost unsafe to drive in some cases. It also isn't the biggest car around, it can barely fit the 4 of us in some cases. They made the interior too stuffy and lost a lot of room. Do not buy unless you want an unsafe car. I want to love it, but I can't love a broken car.

Have had 5 clutches in last six months Ford has some serious redesign work on the transmission and their customer service Handles like it's at sea on rough waters. Not dependable been in for service 20 days. Seriously review prior to purchasing; also I know of thee class action lawsuits in this car.

Had problems with transmission from 5 months old. Shuddering, jerking, gears not engaging, dead spots. Flagged problem and was dismissed. Eighteen months later I asked them to begin documenting. Car now nearly 5 years old, 4 clutches later, 2 transmission control modules, and still not fixed. Never had that new car feeling. I was sold a faulty vehicle. Class action against Ford now in courts. Be warned and do not buy this car. Look at Fix our Ford Facebook site for further information.

The car is a death trap, it shudders & jerks and will lurch forward into traffic. I have had 3 clutches replaced and about to have a 4th under the warranty but this is not fixing the problem. Car has been sold with a manufacturing defect that Ford are unable to fix. This car has been back in 7 times for the same problem and the problem keeps coming back. 50,000 Focus owners are currently caught up in this nightmare with these cars. AVOID FORD.

Told German design Impressive, bought it.
Realise same ford- Fix or repair daily.
Daken to the dealership with noise in the front end bearings while turning left or right sharp.
Spent months in going forward backwards, Several software updates to fix a mechanical problem.
Months (over 2 years) later given up and driving happily knowing its just a Ford.
All my friends have been sinsierly been advised not to go towards a ford a dealer.
Compleat rip off as always been.

I purchased this fab little car 2nd hand but was actually in showroom condition, the seller made me aware of the shudder issue-no worries as its covered by ford- it took a few months but the shudder got worse, I took it into ford and a week later I had a brand new clutch (bigger improved one as they were replacing with the same ones until they realised) my cars awesome and like brand new...ford gave me a courtesy car and were awesome to deal with!! this car saves me $$ on fuel and just love how it drives-

Was a Lovely car and driving was great until the Powershift gearbox started shuddering again and again and 2 more times, among other issues. . Had stopped at intersection car stalls, had to get it towed to dealer Driving on freeway grandchildren in car, accident ahead had to drive bumper to bumper, alarm indicator comes on Transmission over heating pull over and stop for 10 mins, joke on freeway no chance of that, kids beside themselves as am i, luckily the traffic started to move faster, thank god for that last straw my grandkids are worth more than this focus .

we purchased this car new in May, the Car is absolutely beautiful to drive and so comfortable as a passenger, This car handles beautifully in the wet weather and has wonderful brakes too . this car although looks quite small on the outside actually is quite roomy. when we chose the car the colour range was fantastic too