Overview & Reviews

While not completely new, the Ford Focus gets a significant refresh for 2008. Many of the mechanical components are unchanged, but the car gets a new look inside and out. Ford's hands-free Sync communications system is added to the options list and the base 2.0-liter engine gets a slight power increase. The 2.3-liter engine is dropped, as are all wagon and hatchback versions. A coupe version of the Focus is also new for 2008.

• Plush ride quality, responsive steering, simple controls, very good fuel economy, quiet interior, low price.

• Bland interior design and materials on most models, no rear headrests.

User Reviews:

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  Smart little car - 2008 Ford Focus
  By Jo - October 11 - 3:30 pm

  I drive 50/50 city and the highway, and I average 32 mpg after 2 months. Its quick and responsive for a 4 cylinder, and I love all the technology gadgets. Didnt think Id love Sync or Sirius so much. It is nice and quiet so I can hear them both well. I tested small cars from Toyota and Honda, but both are uncomfortable cars for big and tall people (Toyota is terrible for long legs and Honda is terrible for head room). I can see my car from my office window, and to my surprise, this car turns a lot of heads. I think the leg room could still be better, but Im glad I bought this car.

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  Solid - Quick - Smooth - 2008 Ford Focus
  By Dave - September 2 - 7:00 pm

  When I test drove my Focus I was surprised at how well it drove. It accelerates well and the automatic transmission is one of the smoothest Ive ever felt. I drove a Mazda 3 automatic and the downshift was quite abrupt. The Focus downshift is controlled and smooth. Also, this car handles curves excellently. You can keep pushing the throttle on a curve and the car stays on it without body roll. Because of the performance, options and rebate I think it was a good purchase. If you are looking for an inexpensive, fuel efficient, zippy and solid vehicle I recommend this car.

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  The Best Compact Car Ive Known - 2008 Ford Focus
  By Mike - August 31 - 7:13 pm

  Ive been driving Civic for 6 years and kind of tired of driving no-character car. Finally I was hooked up by the new Focus, especially the cool design. Unexpectedly, the interior was also neat and clean. Very quiet, too. I traded in my Civic with no regret. Frankly, I didnt know Ford has come this far matching, actually exceeding Japanese sedans. Great work, Ford!

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  Look at foreign, please - 2008 Ford Focus
  By mn mike - June 25 - 7:23 pm

  Noisy on road irregularities. Fuel economy is less than promised. Handles badly in wind. Handling is not good in general.

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  Above Expectations - 2008 Ford Focus
  By Rick - May 4 - 12:10 am

  This is one of the best cars I have ever had. Ive had Hondas, Ford, Isuzu, Nissan, Volvo, GM, Toyota The build quality is exceptional, it is very quiet, the transmission (auto) doesnt hunt for the right gear it seems to just know at the right time to down or upshift. Traction control is very good, the Active Sync is fantastic, the heated seats very good, seating position very good. The ride is pretty good, a little firm ,but I like it a little sporty.

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  Focus - 2008 Ford Focus
  By Cheri - April 28 - 1:40 pm

  I just bought the Focus SES 4 Door, I love this car. I am a late 30s something female, and my 15 year old thinks this is the coolest car. I have had my share of muscle cars (Mustang Gt, Chevy Corvette), but I tell you this, dollar for dollar nothing beats this car. The handling is tight, the pep at take off is impressive. Like some of the other reviews, I too get looks like "what is that car". To make the ride fun get it tricked out!

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  More Smiles per Mile - 2008 Ford Focus
  By California Driver - April 18 - 4:43 pm

  I live in Calif so this car is almost polution free with the PZEV system, (grilling a burger produces more Hydro Carbons than a 100 mile trip) it may cut into the MPG but I am getting 31 combined in the LA area and 36 on a recent road trip along the california coast with varing speeds and hills and with stops in towns on the way. So I am really pleased with this fun to drive car. My business partner bought a Toyota Yaris as it gets 37-39 but on highway speeds the road noise is terrible and the stearing is by wire so it does not handle near as nice as the focus, and is very slow to get up and going compared to the focus, 1.5 vs. 2.0. for just a couple of mpg I will take the power any day

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  Good buy - 2008 Ford Focus
  By retto - March 23 - 9:50 am

  Excellent buy. Plenty of front seat leg room, engine peppy and 37+ mpg on highway (44mpg for one stretch). Solid/comfortable seats, interior very quiet. I wanted a Mustang, but I am very happy with the Focus and it is $13,000 cheaper. I have driven it at sea level and 10,000 ft., it handled just fine. No complaints! The transmission gearings are spaced just right to help keep RPMs down, shifting is easy.

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  Best Focus Yet - 2008 Ford Focus
  By Desert Dog - February 3 - 1:46 pm

  My third Focus. Liked the other two, love this one so far. Extremely quiet compared to the others. Smooth shifting automatic. Upholstery much improved. Fit and finish excellent so far. Ive rented a Fusion while traveling, and this has many of the same atributes, but has a tighter (better) steering radius. Really impressed so far.

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  Good Compact Car! - 2008 Ford Focus
  By Rich - January 27 - 5:46 pm

  We are big "researchers" when making a car purchase. We looked at all the compact cars on the market in terms of price, reliability, styling, etc. For the money, the Focus was the best. It is fun to drive, nice styling, roomy, and so far, very reliable. Also good gas mileage.