Overview & Reviews
Four new Focus models debut for 2002: the ZX5 five-door hatchback, the well-equipped ZTW wagon, the sport-tuned SVT hatchback and the Mach Audio ZTS. No matter what Focus you pick in 2002, a power moonroof can now be ordered. The high-end ZTS Sedan loses its standard ABS and crummy fake wood dash trim while gaining a rear spoiler. An in-dash six-disc CD changer is standard on ZX5, ZTS and ZTW but optional on all other Foci except the LX Sedan.
- Thoughtful ergonomics, large interior, smooth ride, sharp steering, impressive selection of body configurations and features.
User Reviews:
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Too Soon To Tell - 2002 Ford Focus
By FirstFord - April 29 - 7:09 amMy wife and I replaced my old SUV with a compact to help alleviate rising fuel costs. The car is not all that bad to drive, and weve yet to have any problems. Well, except for three (3): 1. it can only get 20 m.p.g in city driving 2. the front left tire cannot hold air and we had all four tires replaced at point of sale 3. the trunk lid opens at inconvenient times. The sticker claims the EPA fuel rating is 26/30, city/hwy. That in and of itself isnt great for a compact, but 20 m.p.g or even less surprised me. Still, the purchase price was fair and the dealer treated us with respect. Time will tell if were willing to buy another Ford or go back to Toyota.
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Unsatisfied consumer - 2002 Ford Focus
By Kantona - April 7 - 10:41 pmGood gas mileage, acceptable performance, not too uncomfortable, but pretty unreliable seems to break down every other month after two years.
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Great design terrible quality. - 2002 Ford Focus
By Jim - January 3 - 9:27 pmEngine wire pulled loose while driving car stopped running and had to be towed. Engine sensor broke car would not run over 30 m.p.h. Tires worn out after 25,000 miles over $120 each to replace (Ford used a non-standard size). Rear brake pads worn out after 30,000 miles. While replacing pads, discovered bearing hub cap was never installed on one side. Tailgate wont stay open. CD player ate CDs and then stopped working (twice). Screws to open CD player require a special tool to remove. Ignition switch broke at 30,000 miles - key would not turn, could not start- drive car. Ford refused to pay for fix, despite dozens of owners reporting similar problems on websites.
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They could have had a winner!! - 2002 Ford Focus
By nodriveslow - December 26 - 10:00 amFord could have a winner if it would abide by its own slogan "Quality is Job #1" Ive had a water leak through the windshield that necessitated a new carpet being ordered. Gas mileage is atrocious. Ive had quite a few other annoyances, but by far the worst happened last week. I only have 10,500 miles on it and the dealer just told me that I need new brakes on all 4 wheels!! After doing some research, I found a web site: www.fordfocusbrakeproblem.com That says it all. You know there is a problem when a site has had over 60,000 views. There also was a class action suit filed in California. I called Ford to no avail.
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Not what its made out to be - 2002 Ford Focus
By charlie - April 14 - 10:50 amI have had my car in the shop more than in my driveway. I have had two recalls already and the car had to be brought back in because of very poor gas mileage, tranning problems as well as problems with the engine. certainly not a good buy.
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Fords quality issues continue - 2002 Ford Focus
By fcsdrvr - November 14 - 10:00 amI had hoped by giving Ford a couple of years to get it right they would address there quality issues. I will not buy a another Ford product unless there is >30% price advantage over competing vehicles. If you buy your vehicle get a Civic at least it is still worth something after 3 years. When are they going to learn that without producing quality products the consumer will not return.
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Do NOT buy a Ford Focus! - 2002 Ford Focus
By Chill - July 31 - 5:40 pmDespite regular maintenance and only 52,000 highway miles, the engine completely blew up. $4K to repair! Lots of rattles and very loud going highway speeds. Rear power window mechanism broke for no apparent reason. Radio would turn itself off on a daily basis. Fuel efficiency was about 30 mpg and it handled okay, but who cares when the engine goes at 52K miles?! Whatever you do, stay away from this car. Just because its popular doesnt mean its a good choice! Ford does NOT stand behind this car. Better get the extended warranty because youll certainly need it. There are better ways to spend your money -- the Focus isnt the answer.
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Focus on Pain - 2002 Ford Focus
By mafitz1 - February 28 - 10:00 amThis is an agency car that I drive on trips of at least an hour each way. I have never driven a car with a more uncomfortable driving position. I am by no means unusually tall or short (59"), yet there is no way to position the seat where I can comfortably reach the steering wheel without having my knees at my throat. The car has excellent handling and a great stereo, but every time I get out of the car I feel like I need to see a massage therapist. Unless you are prepared to sit in the engine, I would strongly discourage purchasing this car. And thats not even taking into account being the second-ugliest vehicle on the road today!
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shopping again after only 1 year - 2002 Ford Focus
By sooosorry - August 30 - 10:00 amThis car has been an enormous disappointment. Its spent almost 3 weeks at the dealers service facility. Weve had new rear suspension, new tires, new ignition module (twice--the dealer installed the wrong one the first time, which meant no brake lights!). Now the "recirculate" feature on the climate control wont work and the "emission system" light is on. Back to another service appt. tomorrow. Im ready to bag it.
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Great body- crappy engine - 2002 Ford Focus
By rented a focus - March 21 - 8:13 pmOn a recent trip to California I was actually kind of excited when the guy at Hertz said I was getting a ford focus. I really like how the focus looks and as shallow as it may sound, they have a great ad campaign. However, my opinion instantly changed when I got the thing on the road. I wasnt expecting sports car performance, but this car is so underpowered I found it dangerous on the California freeway. The engine also whined like an annoying comedian whenever I attempted to accelerate. It was significantly worse than four cylinder fords Ive owned in the past. It might be a little better with a stick shift.
