Overview & Reviews

For 2014, the Ford Focus is essentially unchanged.

• Nimble handling
• Strong engine
• Refined and quiet ride
• Abundant list of upscale and high-tech options.
• Stylish and well-made interior

• Quirky automatic transmission response.
• Infotainment controls are finicky to learn and use
• Backseat is a little short on legroom

User Reviews:

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  NOPE!!! - 2014 Ford Focus
  By Paula P - July 10 - 9:04 pm

  You couldnt give me another Ford. Bought this with 2,200 miles on it and had it to the dealership 2x with exactly ZERO help from them or Ford. I guess the only positive would be that it would definitely put a crying baby to sleep with all the jerking, vibration and abnormal noises it makes while driving. It is down right embarrassing to even have passengers in this vehicle and drive down the road. I dont understand even with a car over two years old they still dont have a solution to this unacceptable reaction to just pushing the acceleration pedal. This could get 50mpg and I will still say NOPE!

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  Best daily driver Ive owned - 2014 Ford Focus
  By Weldy McWeldski - May 2 - 1:45 pm

  **MANUAL 5 Speed Transmission** I purchased my focus in January of 15 for a little over $16,500. Ford was offering some massive model year end rebates and I couldnt have asked for a better price. I have put 45,000mi on the car since I purchased it and have had absolutely zero problems or complaints. (Still on original tires, brakes, etc.) Overall the focus offers decent fit and finish for its segment; my cloth seats are comfortable and supported, the gauge cluster is well laid out, etc. Im 61" and can enter/exit or cruise long distances very comfortably. As with any car Ive owned, I wish it had an extra 100hp,; but the 2.0l is plenty quick for what it is. The clutch engagement and pedal feedback are above average, the gearshift has a little slop but engages with confidence at every gate and provides a relatively short throw. Braking effort is mild, the focus stops quickly in an emergency but in everyday usage the rear drum brakes cause for a little more frontal braking dip than Id prefer. Handling is excellent for the price: very responsive steering with little wheel effort and a firm but grippy stance. Suspension is on the firm side; though aside from lightly feeling every bump, it by no mean invokes discomfort. Honestly, I beat the living crap out of this car. 6500rpm in 2nd gear while merging onto the freeway every day, double gear downshifts for passing, E-brake slides every time it snows, etc. I work in a steel mill with no paved roads, and this car handles potholes and ruts Id never expect of something with such a low stance. Ive nailed potholes that would swallow a motorcycle and kept on cruising without a hitch. I can truthfully say that I am astonished at the reliability and resilliance of the Focus, especially considering the torture I expose mine to regularly. I cant really speak for clutch life; but at 45,000mi, mine behaves like it did when it was new even after teaching my fiancée how to drive stick. So here comes the bad stuff/things that irritate me, and really its all very petty. The cup holder placement makes shifting a little awkward when youve got a thermos stuffed into either one. One instance in January with an external temperature of -15°f, the center screen that displays radio station information failed to power on until I restarted the car. Never had the issue again after that, but its worth noting that I have never experienced any issues starting the engine in cold weather. The radio/speakers are a typical stock system, so dont get your hopes up if you buy the SE version like I did. Sound quality is pretty good, but aside from that Its exactly what youd expect from a commuter car. The glove box interior space is a little weird... Very deep but not very tall. If you keep a gun in there, youre going to have a hard time reaching into the abyss to find it with your seatbelt still on (Id suggest a shoulder holster, because the center console isnt much better.) Save the glovebox for storing baseball bats, crossbows, or fishing poles. The brake/gas pedal spacing and pad size make heel/toe shifting nearly impossible, but thats probably just a carryover from the cars automatic transmission configuration. Its not a race car, so I guess I cant complain too loudly. Traction control has to be manually deactivated through the menu displayed between the speedometer and tachometer every single time you start the car. Its be okay if it was just a TC on/off button on the dash, but this set-up requires navigating several menu screens and a 5sec wait time. If you drive in the snow often and intend to paddle through rough spots with high speed wheel rotation, its a pain to go through all that trouble every time you plan to drive. Annoying, but livable. My car came equipped with a sunroof I neither ordered or asked for, but it wasnt listed as a charge on the option sheet so I guess I just got an extra. I dont use it much; but once when I clicked the switch to shut it, the pane of glass bounced back open after closing like It had encountered an unexpected blockage. Second time it closed and stayed that way, Ive not experienced the issue since. Lastly, theres this weird little pocket sewn into the left front corner of the front passenger seat that doesnt exist on the drivers seat. Its a pocket, whats the big deal? Well its a worthless pocket with no justifiable purpose or shape. The best use Ive found for it is stashing a spare lighter or small amounts of stuff best kept concealed from plain view... Money, drugs, whatever youre into; that pocket is your business. It still irritates me for its obscurity, but you can be the judge. Side note: The headlights are far reaching and well focused, the brights are exceptionally brilliant so if you have a grudge against oncoming traffic - This car is for you. The steering wheel and gauge cluster are exceptionally designed as well. Buy a (manual) Focus, beat the crap out of it and love it forever. Zero regrets.

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  Dangerous Transmission Stay Away - 2014 Ford Focus
  By Lee - April 15 - 9:23 pm

  Ford should not allowed to sell cars with this auto-manual transmission. It is dangerous. Ive almost had 4 accidents from it. Twice it jumped in front of cars when i did not want to go and twice when I was turning in front of someone it did not go when I needed it to. Then it is jerky the rest of the time at low speeds like stop and go traffic. Ive had it in to the dealer 4 times so far. They have replaced and reset the control modules but it has not helped. Ford has extended the transmission warranty but if theyre not going to fix it what good is an extension. If I had known the problems I never would have purchased it.

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  P.O.S NEVER AGAIN!!! - 2014 Ford Focus
  By Jen - April 9 - 3:23 pm

  Dealership sold me this new car back in 2014. From the start the transmission was jumpy. Taking off from a stop that car shakes back and forth like it doesnt want to go. This type of acceleration is dangerous if you need to get out of the way. Dealership was no help and I was told there is not fix except computer updates which dont work. I have had 3 computer updates since having the car. I will never buy from Ford again. Value of the car went down quick. Now that I have had it long enough and paid of enough it will be traded in for a better car NOT with Ford. I will be surprised if someone doesnt get help with this issue. I was told sales reps do not have to tell you about the problem. No integrity!!