Overview & Reviews

For 2006, an MP3-compatible CD player is standard on all models, and steering wheel-mounted audio controls are included with CD changer-equipped systems. A new Street Appearance package includes unique fascias, a spoiler and a bright-finish exhaust tip.

• Fun-loving character, forgiving ride quality, responsive steering, comfortable seats, simple controls, wide selection of body configurations and features.

• Sloppy build quality, mismatched interior plastics, inadequate storage and cupholders, no rear head restraints, 2.3-liter engine limited to ST sedan.

User Reviews:

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  Nice car! - 2006 Ford Focus
  By mndriver4 - November 4 - 9:40 pm

  I really enjoy driving this car, Its nimble and quick, visibility is the best, nicest economy car Iv ever driven. I get 32 to 34 MPG for my average with about 75% hwy. I like the way you sit high, Its been vary reliable 110K miles on it now. Its not a refined luxury car but I find it more fun to drive.

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  Its an economy car - 2006 Ford Focus
  By pyzik - June 27 - 2:31 pm

  I bought this car back in 2009, it had 60k on it at the time. I jumped into this car from a 2002 Mercury Sable Premier that had an engine electrical problem I didnt want to pay to fix. Going from a Premier with all the bells and whistles to this is really what made this car seem less than it is. I am at 120k miles now with the only issue being shocks. All four are bad. Other than that brakes were the only other things that have needed changing. MPG for me has been 25 city and 34 highway. The car has road noise and isnt very comfortable but as I said its an economy car. Its a little slow but handles great.

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  Fun, Fast but squeaky - 2006 Ford Focus
  By nickmbb - October 25 - 12:59 pm

  Its a nice fast city run-around car. Great on gas and is fun to drive. On the highway, it drives smooth at high speeds. Had it for 6 years now and havent had any mechanical problems (except that squeak).

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  Focus on bang for buck - 2006 Ford Focus
  By bliston1 - April 9 - 1:56 pm

  First real car that ive purchased coming from driving a dodge neon that i put way to much time into keeping running been driving this car since 01/08 and its been doing great, now ive been reading through the reviews saying that its bad in the snow, and im going to go out on a limb and just say they must have bald tires or be horrible drivers. living in Logan Utah i have yet to have any problems through out the 3 winters that ive had this car, and Ive got 40k+ on the all weather tires. Also im 61 and fit very well into the car with plenty of room to spare may be a bit low to get into but not that bad,

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  Very Reliable Car! - 2006 Ford Focus
  By sobefobik - March 14 - 12:55 pm

  Overall this has been a great car and I would purchase another. I have put over 110,000 on this car in 4 years with no problems other than replacing the alternator, which is a cheap fix. The CD player did break, too. Also, the rear brakes are very squeaky, which seems to be a common problem with the car. Ive driven this on several trips each being 2,000+ miles with NO problems.

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  2006 Focus ZX3 2 dr Hatchback - 2006 Ford Focus
  By starrynight548 - August 24 - 5:33 pm

  I like this car, especially how easy it is to maneuver in tight areas. Brakes are noisy, took it in for check up & was told squeaky brakes were normal for this car. I do wish I got better gas mileage, and wish the back seats would fold down flat (as the dealer assured me they would, but they dont)

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  Never One Regret - 2006 Ford Focus
  By nursesrock - July 3 - 10:19 pm

  I bought my 06 SE Sedan in 8/06. I have never regretted the purchase for one moment. Im probably going to trade it tomorrow, knowing its resale value is worth well more than what I owe. Its a good feeling knowing Ford builds cars like the Focus. Im done with Japanese products. The Focus has been an awesome, reliable car, and Ive had nothing but compliment feedback from observers and guests. High marks, Ford is only getting better.

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  Small with good Utility - 2006 Ford Focus
  By bwsmoney - May 13 - 11:34 pm

  Yes its small. But it has a pretty decent amount of interior space for its size. SES package gives you the controls on the steering wheel, which is nice. As for comfort, it is perfect for my wife (53") but not at all comfortable for me (65"). Engine is not very powerful, but its only noticeable when the car is really loaded down. MPG is heavily dependent on how you drive it. No mechanical problems after 4+ years, just one long-term rattle underneath that the mechanics have not been to locate. Antenna base got water in it and therefore some corrosion, and now radio reception is horrible.

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  LOVE MY FOCUS - 2006 Ford Focus
  By MMUSSO - May 4 - 6:52 am

  Bought the car right off the lot in June of 06 with 61 miles on it. it has been a great car wit great gas milage. the only mechanical issue I have had is the CD player quit working twice, warranty fixed that. I do have the brake noise (coming from the rear drums) like I have read others have issues with, replaced the tired last year because the husband ran over a screw. but thats not the cars fault. Does squeak going over bumps, handles better in snow that it did with the factory tires (cant remember which brand, but they were not pirellis) And it could have better sound proofing.

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  Still Enjoying - 2006 Ford Focus
  By Tia - February 21 - 7:42 pm

  I was given this car in 12/06 and have had very few issues with it. When I bought the car with 16k there was a slight squeak in rear when I went over bad potholes, and the dealer fixed that. Now, with 55k i am noticing that noise every once in a while again. I have had no other problems with this car that needed to be fixed. I live in Indiana and havent noticed the issue with the A/C that other people have mentioned. Im not sure if its the way I drive or my car, but I do not get anywhere near 30 mpg. I dont check it very often but I think I average around 22-25 mpg. The paint on the radio is wearing off a bit. Only complaint is that although the trunk is pretty big, the opening is not!!