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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  First Car! - 2008 Ford Focus
  By Gloria - April 30 - 11:53 am

  My first car was a 2008 Ford Focus, 4 door with manual locks and windows. Im a college student and on my way up to school I was in a serious accident. The car flipped three times across the median. This car saved my life. The airbags did not burn me and set off properly, the cut fuel button came in handy and the structure held preventing my legs to be crushed. I walked away with only cuts and bruises! The car was totaled, but now Im a proud owner of a silver 2008 Ford Focus SE!

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  Love the car - 2008 Ford Focus
  By Charlie - April 22 - 6:43 am

  The Ford Focus is a wonderful car. For the money it has better features than the Corolla. I like the Focus interior. The exterior is something I love. Im very enamored with this car.

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  Good, but not trouble free - 2008 Ford Focus
  By cdj - April 11 - 5:26 pm

  3 months and 2000 miles and were happy car, especially with the mileage. Very surprised by the quite ride with one exception. A noise from an unknown source developed at about 1200 miles. Dealer replaced the fuel pump, but the noise remains. Apparently Ford engineers are aware of and investigating the problem so Im not the only one having it. No solution yet according to the dealer. I’m a little leery as we discovered a suspension problem in the first Focus we took for a test drive. It’s a nice car, but my 3 Hondas and 4 Nissans have never had problems with so few miles. If not for this unknown problem Id be very happy with the amount of car we got for the money.

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  Yay me! - 2008 Ford Focus
  By tasha d texas:) - March 22 - 10:06 pm

  I always drove Chevys I traded out a Chevy Equinox 07 which was worth 12,000 and I owed 19,500. I was real skeptical about a Ford car, and I was truly suprised and amazed at the power that this little car has. I spent my 1st 2 hrs of owning this car in a bad traffic jam and had fun playing with the knobs and my gas gauge barely moved even with the air on.

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  Good For the Money - 2008 Ford Focus
  By focus - March 3 - 5:26 pm

  This car looks good. Its a five speed which is fun to drive. Ive always driven an automatic. The cruise works great. Handling is good. Ive only got about 300 miles on the car and I get about 23-25mpg city and in town mixed w/air on. Mileage probably get better when it gets broken in better.

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  2000 ZX3 vs 2008 S 2 dr - 2008 Ford Focus
  By Wayne Hulsey - February 15 - 1:40 am

  Had to replace my 2000 due to being totaled. Loved the car. To me they ruined it for 2008. No hatchback available. Sort of ugly clunky styling outside and inside is worse. The dash layout is very poor and unfriendly compared to the original. My elbow is sore from wacking the console bin when I shift. No spare tire which is really unaceptable in AZ due to our weather and cell phones dont work in lots of places. The Vista Blue color is nice (best thing on car), but miss my bright Autumn Orange. Ugly hubcaps. Basic sound system is better sounder then 2000. Seat bottom not adjustable like the 2000. Just not happy with car by comparison, can say I wish Id bought the 2005 ZX3 that they had now.

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  Watch Out Japan - 2008 Ford Focus
  By desertrat - February 6 - 6:40 am

  I only had this car for a little while but I can tell you it is right up there with the the Japanese brands. The retuned suspension is great, the ride is smooth,the interior is quiet except for a little road noise which is expected in a compact car. It handles great. Fuel economy is pretty good also. I would recommend this car over the Toyota Corolla. I test drove the Corolla and it had much more road noise and a ride that isnt as smooth as the Focus. I would highly recommend this car to anybody.

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  Ford got this one right (mostly) - 2008 Ford Focus
  By Joseph - January 6 - 7:23 am

  This review refers only to the base coupe S model. I bought a 2 door with a 5 speed manual transmission, so bear that in mind as you read further. Also keep in mind this is an economy car. If you want high performance look elswhere. Ford quality is way up these last many years. My base model with manual transmission has plenty of power and a nice tight suspension for a gas sipper. 2008 models have totally new exterior styling from the earlier Foci, and in my opinion are much better looking. Interior controls are simple, without silly frills. Dashboard gauge design is boring. The trunk space is huge, and the rear seats can be folded down. Incredibly quiet and solid.

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  Fun Car Good Price -MPG - 2008 Ford Focus
  By red machine - December 4 - 10:03 pm

  I have a SES model with auto and sirius red with black interior. I did my research and if you compare to Fit, Yaris, Aveo it is better deal with the standard options it has including the rebate. Some magazines pick on the headrests (who cares) optional blue lighting (cant find one) and grab bars (who cares I am driving and have steering wheel). I have SYNC with satellite and the hands free phone and music is great! So far getting about 31 mpg with mixed city/highway driving according to computer. Focus is much improved from 2007 model like brakes,6 air bags,engine, MPG, SYNC, TPM system and fit and finish.

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  A Great Choice! - 2008 Ford Focus
  By Holly - November 5 - 6:43 pm

  I got my Focus after deciding to trade in my 2000 Jetta that had its fair share of problems over the years. My family has had several Fords and after checking out the Mazda 3, Civic, and Scion tc, this was the clear choice. It rides well, is fun to drive, and the Sync system is great. Ford was offering such great incentives that it was hard to justify not going with this car. If youre not sure, take one for a drive and youll have a hard time saying no.