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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  Do this again, Ford - 2003 Ford Focus
  By Mel - July 20 - 11:03 pm

  This car is adequately powered for almost any situation. It has needed only 1 repair in 60000 miles. The power window lifter failed on the passenger side and the dealer was able to make it work better than when it was new. The mileage is excellent, I am averaging 29 miles to the gallon under all conditions.

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  Excellent - 2003 Ford Focus
  By RB - June 21 - 2:00 am

  This car is a fine auto, superb handling and ride. Great interior for my 6 ft frame with plenty of space for other riders and luggage. Terrific engine producing quick response and good highway speeds without effort. Very good mileage both around town and highway driving.The new edge design with a europian flair is outstanding. An overall excellent value for the price.

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  focus converter - 2003 Ford Focus
  By carproblem - June 16 - 10:00 am

  This is a very impressive wagon for the $. Previously owned a forester and outback vdc. Both were very good vehicles. But its hard to justify the $CDN difference though. The outback was 15k more, the forester 9k. AWD is nice but not worth that money. The ZTW works great in the winter with the proper winter tires. Advance trac excellent. Highly recommend that option. 0% finance, find another wagon with all those features. It does not exist.

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  Buy It! Great handling and comfortable! - 2003 Ford Focus
  By Targetdisco - June 10 - 8:29 am

  Gave an 8 for Fuel Economy because it used to be good, now it is average. Lived in suburban DC, with no huge hills, for 1.5 years. Did the long trips, commuting, and around town all great mileage. Moved to "real" WV with lots of huge hills 13 months ago, and mileage is not good at all. The imitation Euro handling is certainly there and is great. Seats are comfy, lots of room, and good storage. Mine has a sunroof/moonroof and 6 cd changer. I think the Cd changer finally conked out. In 2.5 years, Ive taken it to the shop for tires, and oil changes. Oct 06, I bought the car with 30k miles. So its been an outstanding and problem free car.

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  Fabulous Focus - 2003 Ford Focus
  By danielle71 - May 29 - 2:00 am

  This car is very reliable, sporty and fun to drive. Its a great car!

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  Fast & Fun! - 2003 Ford Focus
  By Jack198 - April 29 - 10:00 am

  It is fast & fun, a great deal. Great freeway driving, takes the turns well.

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  2003 Focus - 2003 Ford Focus
  By Supergrl - April 29 - 10:00 am

  This is the best car I have driven! I wanted it very badly and it was definatly worth it!

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  SVT Focus is a high point for Ford - 2003 Ford Focus
  By Bryan Redeker - April 1 - 1:40 pm

  I bought my SVT Focus used from my dad after I sold my 2000 Focus ZX3. The SVT Focus is great to drive, both on the street, at autocrosses, and on the track. The Recaro seats are very supportive for cornering, and the brakes are perfect! Stomping the middle pedal really hauls the car down on the straight away. With the 6-speed gearbox, I pulled off 40 mpg on a highway trip. How many cars have HIDs, Recaro seats, 6-speed gear boxes, big brakes, and get 40 mpg! Only one, and that is the SVT Focus. Usual mileage is 32 combined. I love my Focus and it is one of the best compact cars ever made, and a high point for Ford!

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  Love this Car - 2003 Ford Focus
  By Asherly - March 28 - 2:00 am

  As a 61 not so small person, I find the focus extremely comfortable and easy to drive. Ford definitaly has a winner with this car. Solid interior components and doors make you feel safe, accelerates well even without the zetec engine and the gas mileage is great. The high seat backs are nice because i dont feel like im going to get a whiplash if something happens like i do in my old 93 thunderbird with lower seat backs. Only con is that the seat doesnt really tilt up so long legs may fatuige if the seat isnt perfectly positioned. Mirrors are positioned well and stereo is well positioned buttons- wise.

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  Focuss are great - 2003 Ford Focus
  By Nate - March 25 - 7:26 pm

  I like my car.