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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  Focus is the new Model T - 2003 Ford Focus
  By mczcoke - August 15 - 2:00 am

  Ford Focus has got to be the best buy for the dollar around, from peformance handling to all around styling and driving charisma. No other company can touch the aftermarket power Ford has poured into the compact street racer forums and minds of the young individual alike and still get outstanding mileage out of it. A+++++

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  my blue Focus - 2003 Ford Focus
  By Joe Gaver Jr - July 24 - 4:10 pm

  Surprised how gutsy and nimble this thing is despite having 4 fewer cylinders than my 1990 Mustang GT had!

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  Steal This Car - 2003 Ford Focus
  By juanabee - July 16 - 10:00 am

  I was the lucky guy who snagged a 2002 model for under 15 grand. The love the car and it would be a wonderful machine even at list however knowing I paid economy price I still pinch myself to see if Im dreaming. Ive logged 7500 miles so far with one long trip and it has not shown any weakness. I even took it over a jeep trail in Colorado to the surpise of the many SUVs at the top.

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  Nice ride. - 2003 Ford Focus
  By WiseJake - July 16 - 10:00 am

  This wagon rides like a Cadillac. I had a Focus 2 years ago, and was always recieving recall notices in the mail. I was leary about getting another one; Im very happy I did.

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  I love my Focus SVT - 2003 Ford Focus
  By SunGirlAmber - June 27 - 2:13 pm

  I bought this car used, I am so glad I purchased the extended warranty though. Over all the car is great and fun but repairs and parts are pricey.

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  2003 ZX3 with PZEV - 2003 Ford Focus
  By micweb - June 8 - 10:00 am

  PZEV = 2.3L, 14ohp engine. Excellent handling, spacious cabin, easy to operate controls, comfortable seats, and a supple ride. Best seller in Europe, just another compact car over here makes for some great bargain shopping. Only three negatives: rear passenger windows are small and make lane changes tricky; and both window cranks and door locks operate in the "wrong" direction (not an issue on power models). But, the sound system is great, with standard CD on all models and MP3 on above Base models.

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  Best for the money in every way - 2003 Ford Focus
  By ischober - May 26 - 8:31 pm

  My Focus 4 door wagon is the best car for the money I have ever had. Huge space with back seat down. Has everything a more evpensive car has except dumb things like outside temperature sign ( just lower the window). Only possible drawback is that the back seat does not seperate the same as the back of seat. Air excellent, good mileage. Wish I could buy another new one here in Mexico! If there is a new one anywhere in Mexico I would fly to get it!

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  Great car for the money - 2003 Ford Focus
  By Melinda Dawson - May 22 - 2:00 am

  This car is zippy for the price. Nice styling and easy to drive. Hate the seat setup as I cant adjust the wheel and accelerator distance to match my body... but other than that have no complaints

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  4 Years and still going strong - 2003 Ford Focus
  By Tony - May 21 - 12:47 pm

  Bought my ZX5 with 5000 miles on it in Dec 03. As of today it has 82,000 on it and other than routine PMs, it has never been in the shop for repair. Gas mileage averages about 27 combined city/country driving. It is an awesome little car. I see another Focus in my future

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  ford focus--COLLECTIBLE - 2003 Ford Focus
  By mickeysmarauder - May 16 - 2:00 am

  like the ergonometrics--very comforta ble riding unit-rides around corners as if on rails-spirited response(for the horses available)-no problems so far