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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  Great Daily Driver - 2008 Ford Focus
  By ChrisV - July 8 - 4:13 pm

  I have owned this car for little less than 6 months after acquiring it from a family relative. The car has treated me well so far through the later part of the winter, spring and now into summer. Gas mileage is decent, comfort is excellent, highway noise is minimal, drivetrain noise is minimal. I have an automatic which shifts smoothly for the most part but is jerky when under hard quick acceleration. The car is unfortunately terribly slow (even compared to my 94 VW GTI 2.0l). It keeps me out of trouble though. Handling is pretty good for stock suspension. And lastly the interior build is decent, the seats could use more support and better materials.

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  It WAS ok until... - 2008 Ford Focus
  By beckyk - July 2 - 1:35 pm

  Ive had this car for a year and a half now and was mostly pleased with it until I had to take it in for a tire rotation only to find out that the suspension/alignment is TERRIBLE on most ford focuss. With only 30,000 miles on my tires I was forced to buy all new ones. So I was not pleased with that. Only a year left on my lease and will definitely be trading this in, probably for something other than ford, unfortunately...

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  Great Car - 2008 Ford Focus
  By Jay - June 21 - 2:06 pm

  Traded a 98 Blazer that got 16mpg. My Focus SE 5 speed gets 28mpg. Had the car 3 weeks and got rearended. Other than the trunk lid, car held up nice. Fun car to drive. Nice sound system. Wish it had a another power outlet or two.

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  Best decision Ive made in a while - 2008 Ford Focus
  By Laurabel - June 10 - 6:55 pm

  I purchased my Focus in June of 08, after driving a gas guzzling minivan for 5 years. After looking at Toyotas, Hondas, Chevys and Mazdas, the Focus was just the best idea for cost and reliability. Im at 17,500 miles and have no issues. The gas mileage got up to 41mpg highway, but also as low as 27mpg city. Being a musician and a sort of music junkie, its just amazing how seamlessly my Zune works with Sync. Its a good looking car with lots of options and features it just gets you where you need to go - in style.

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  Love my new Focus - 2008 Ford Focus
  By Wendy CT - June 8 - 5:43 am

  My 2008 SES ford Focus is the best. The only thing I did not get was the leather seats. The car is great on gas. I am getting 27 mile a gallon around town and 32 highway cant complain about that with todays gas prices. I tested many other cars but keep coming back to the Focus. Its got the get up and go I was looking for. Would tell anyone looking to buy "its a great car". Thank you Ford.

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  Not bad for the price! Focus SES 5 speed - 2008 Ford Focus
  By Jesse - May 17 - 6:49 pm

  First Time Ford/American new Car Buyer! Fords Fuel economy/reliability record w/ Focus/fun to drive vehicle caught my attention! With the Focus SES, I got a fully loaded car w/ leather seats! Great combination of sytle, electronic gadgets (sync, 6 CD w/ bass box, Sirius, Sunroof,etc.), sport handling/comforable ride, solid car feeling, smooth engine, fuel economy, and its been a pleasure to drive w/ a manual transmission. Exterior fit and finish could use a little more refinement (the front hood alignment is a little off w/ the body). Overall, not bad for the price. ney. 8+ months later, the Focus is still a thumbs up.

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  08 Focus SES - 2008 Ford Focus
  By Vic Epps - May 9 - 11:11 am

  Purchased this car for my son in college. Wanted something new, safe with good gas mileage. The vehicle handles well. The build quality ( Exterior panel alignment) is a little off. At 17k the car began making a loud noise from the drive train when accellerating on a freeway. Took it in for service. There is a TSB which addresses the problem. A foam insert on the air intake tube becomes loose. The problem was repaired by ford. They also reprogramed the ECM due to air defroster issues. ( Another TSB )

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  Good Starter Car - 2008 Ford Focus
  By JPH - May 8 - 6:24 pm

  My dad bought this vehicle for me as a graduation gift and for college. It drives great and i dont spend much on gas, which is great for a college kid. It has great handling and decent acceleration for 140 hp.

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  very satisfied - 2008 Ford Focus
  By bockman - May 2 - 10:45 pm

  Seeing the ever rising gas prices forced me to get rid of my 15 mpg averaging Equinox. I was going to look at the 4 cylinder Escape but the Focus caught my eye. I love the car overall. I took it for 2 long trips already. The gas mileage is phenomenal. The engine is smooth during acceleration and is barely audible at cruising speeds. It also has enough power to keep up with traffic whether it being with one or 5 passengers aboard. Great car overall. The SYNC system is awesome. Its the best feature Ford ever came up with especially with a new cell phone ban while driving law that is coming to Ontario.

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  Absolutely wonderful little car! - 2008 Ford Focus
  By lovemyfocus - April 30 - 1:54 pm

  First, I want to thank everyone who put a review for this car online... when I was looking, I really wanted a hatch (Honda Fit). However, after driving the Fit, I was very disappointed and decided to keep looking. We drove home past a Ford dealership, and I remembered all the rave reviews of the Focus (I wanted something small for gas mileage). They had 3 Focus-es on the lot, and we test drove the SES. I absolutely loved the car - it handles better than the Fit, turns more smoothly, accelerates faster, and is very easy to drive and understand. (Sadly, no hatchback or "magic" seats - figured those were not things Id actually use on a daily basis.) 1 year later & I still LOVE this car!