Ford Focus Titanium Review
2 minute read | December 13, 2016
Equipped with rear parking sensors, auto climate control, DAB radio & cruise control, the 2017 model will be available with the new SYNC 3 infotainment system this brings features such as apple & android car play.
Available with the option of three diesel engines, the 1.5 TDCi claims to be the most economical at up to 74.3mpg with emissions under 99g/km. The engine is a great balance of performance and economy while also being very refined with a near silent engine in or out of the vehicle, something we don’t see often from a diesel engine! It also passes the urban test of being able to be driven at 30mph in 4th gear!
The Focus competes directly with the likes of the VW Golf and Vauxhall Astra, however, it’s not available as a three door model. Maybe Ford decided the days of lifting your seat every time you let someone in the back was a little archaic!
Enough about the specs you’re probably shouting, how does it drive?!
Incredibly responsive. Body control is great and the car holds well on corners. Bumpy roads and potholes will no longer make you feel like you’ve undergone a sports massage with Helga due to how well damped the Focus is. If you prefer the sporty look, the ST line adds a firmer sports suspension and larger alloy wheels to impress the sort of people who like peacocking in a McDonald’s car park, but at the expense of ride quality.
Interior build quality is very good, but not quite on the level of the Audi A3. Considering the difference in price this is hardly surprising. The dashboard is finished with soft-touch plastics and the switches and dials all feel sturdy and look the part.
In front, the seats provide a good standard of comfort, once you get the adjustments right, and there is plenty of room for the big and tall amongst us, not to mention lots of storage compartments and drinks holders. The Titanium model also features a cushioned armrest that lifts up to reveal another secret compartment to store your phone, wallet or sunglasses.
Visibility is surprisingly good and once you are familiar with the step up in size from a Fiesta the Focus is easy to manoeuvre.
All in all the Focus Titanium is a welcome addition to the Ford family, great to drive, good price and well equipped making it a great vehicle for driving instructors. The lack of boot space may be a deal breaker for someone looking for a family car or a place to hide the body.
There’s a reason the Ford Focus is one of the UK’s favourite cars and this version will only work to solidify that opinion.
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