Overview & Reviews

Minor changes are in store for the 2003 Ford Focus. Two new trim levels increase the breadth of prices for Ford's economy car; a base trim for the three door hatchback renders air conditioning optional and only comes with a manual transmission. For the five door hatchback, a tilt and telescoping steering wheel, cruise control, front reading lights and a center console are available when you step up to the comfort trim level from the base level. Heated front seats are a new option, as is a traction control and ABS package. New colors for the exterior brighten up the color palette, and the interior is freshened with two new fabric trims. Finally, a CD/MP3 player is now standard on the ZX3 and ZX5. A SVT version of the ZX5 is also scheduled to appear later in the year.

• Thoughtful ergonomics, large interior, smooth ride, sharp steering, impressive selection of body configurations and features.

User Reviews:

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  Enjoy My ZTS w/2.3 PZEV - 2003 Ford Focus
  By Red Doggy - February 1 - 2:00 am

  Really surprised by the performance and smoothness of the 2003 ZTS with the 2.3 PZEV engine and 5 speed manual transmission. Ive owned it for 2 months and had no problems. It handles like a sporty car. Hope the reliability is better than the earlier 2000-2001 models, which received a lot of recalls.

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  GREAT FUN AT LOW COST - 2003 Ford Focus
  By 1BadEgg - January 24 - 10:00 am

  Couldnt be happier. Lots of car for the money. Got a ZX3 Premium for mid 13s. Lots of room for a compact, Zetec engine with a 5 speed is a must. Have never been in a position where I was underpowered. Ride is good, a little noise, but acceptable. Seat height and wheel up/down/in/out option is great.

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  Best in class - 2003 Ford Focus
  By 2.3 focus R - January 15 - 10:00 am

  improvements not required in the focus line up. performance is great with the 2.3 engine; better than almost any other car in its class, even better than the V-6 in my wifes malibu! Its relatively quiet, even w/ low profile tires. handling is great, as is comfort on longer trips. driver seat adjustability is great. If you like to drive, and youre on a budget, this is your car!

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  feels like a $30,000 car - 2003 Ford Focus
  By frogman - January 7 - 2:00 am

  great driving dynamics, i recently had to drive from philly to ny in a snowstorm passing over a dozen accidents while the cars advancetrac stability control system never let me skid for more than 12 inches. the cockpit is very well laid out, excellent field of vision, not one single aspect of the interior trim looks or feels cheap.while shopping for this vehicle i compared it to 9 other cars in its segment, nothing felt anywhere near as polished or fun to drive.

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  perfect car - 2003 Ford Focus
  By joephatmamma - January 1 - 10:00 am

  this car is so much fun to drive, i am 16 and of course i love to race, i have raced some bad ass cars out there and one. the ford focus is completely underestimated

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  Ford Focus Rocks - 2003 Ford Focus
  By tonya byrum - August 14 - 10:00 am

  I was scepticle about buying my new Focus wagon. I worried that I would tire of it quickly and worried that I might not find it sporty enough. But, I absolutely love it. I have never been happier with an auto purchase.

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  So much car for relatively few dollars - 2003 Ford Focus
  By 2003ZX5SVT - August 2 - 2:00 am

  When I bought this car I knew it would be fun, but I didnt realize what a great package Ford put together. Its practical, feature laden, sporty, fun, roomy, cheap all things that usually not found in a single car. It could use more power, but thats always true. The creature comforts are first rate - HID lights on a sub 20K car - wow. It handles like its on rails, once moving is relatively fast.

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  2003 SE Zetec - 2003 Ford Focus
  By Tim - July 22 - 12:16 pm

  I had my problems; first the cold idle is still very rough till it warms up. Dealer couldnt fix. Also the rear camber adjusters were factory defective which made the car handle terrible in the winter and ate the rear tires up at 20,000 miles; dealer installed new adjusters and tires under warranty. I told the dealer to take the terrible low-profile Firestones and chunk them as we live in a snowy climate. Engine has plenty of power. Transmission has a harsh 1-2 rolling shift if you dont stop completely. Brakes are excellent as far as stopping power, steering is nimble, ride is acceptable, gas mileage is way below what it suppose to get. All this said I do like the car but my review at 60,000 miles may tell the story.

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  Buy this car - 2003 Ford Focus
  By Great car to buy - July 14 - 10:00 am

  I think this is an awesome car. Great fuel economy (35+MPG). No problems so far. Stock stereo system is the bomb :-)!!! Never had a better car.

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  fun sedan - 2003 Ford Focus
  By chili dawg - July 13 - 2:00 am

  Just got a 03 se sedan, automatic. This is a solid little sedan with lots of features and a smooth ride. Trunk is roomy as is the interior. 6 disc player in dash is just off the hook, stock speakers sound good too. I love the trunk release button on the keyless unit.