The Ford Focus for 2010 is offered as a coupe or sedan. It hosts a platform that is more than ten years old. In 2008, the vehicle was entirely redesigned, but the redesign still left the vehicle in need of additional improvements. The vehicle will get a new design soon since the redesign in 2008 didn't offer any improvements to the car's exterior. Despite the lack of upscaling, the Focus still proves a major contender in the compact car segment. The interior of the car is spacious, seats four passengers, and it has 13.8 cubic-feet of cargo space in the trunk; thus, it's an ideal family vehicle. The car doesn't host a lot of gadgetry, it lacks a NAV system, but it makes up for what it lacks with six safety airbags, and additional safety features.
The Ford Focus has Sync connectivity, front seats that are heated, and acceptable styling. If you demand spectacular safety features in a compact car, the Ford Focus is ideal. You will find that the Focus is a dependable vehicle as it balances practicality and attractiveness.
The Ford Focus for 2010 is offered as a coupe or sedan. It hosts a platform that is more than ten years old. In 2008, the vehicle was entirely redesigned, but the redesign still left the vehicle in need of additional improvements. The vehicle will get a new design soon since the redesign in 2008 didn't offer any improvements to the car's exterior. Despite the lack of upscaling, the Focus still proves a major contender in the compact car segment. The interior of the car is spacious, seats four passengers, and it has 13.8 cubic-feet of cargo space in the trunk; thus, it's an ideal family vehicle. The car doesn't host a lot of gadgetry, it lacks a NAV system, but it makes up for what it lacks with six safety airbags, and additional safety features.
The Ford Focus has Sync connectivity, front seats that are heated, and acceptable styling. If you demand spectacular safety features in a compact car, the Ford Focus is ideal. You will find that the Focus is a dependable vehicle as it balances practicality and attractiveness.
The Range
Bodystyles: Sedan, coupe
Engines: 2.0L I-4
Transmissions: 5-speed manual, 4-speed automatic
Models: S, SE, SE coupe, SEL, SES, SES coupe
What's New
The big news for the 2010 Focus is the addition of four-wheel ABS and stability control as standard features. Also added as standard equipment are Ford's MyKey system, keyless entry, power door locks, driver's message center, and Sync with traffic, directions, and information, a system similar to GM's OnStar.
Exterior
The Focus is largely white bread in its styling, with only SES models receiving bits of flair. In sedan and coupe form, these come with 17-inch aluminum wheels, a new front fascia, and a rear spoiler.
Interior
The Focus' interior is simple, if somewhat button-heavy. Passenger space is the same in the coupe and the sedan, as is cargo room. An 8-speaker, 190-watt stereo is available for all models.
Performance & Handling
The 2010 Ford Focus is offered with just one engine, a 2.0-liter I-4 that makes 140 horsepower and 132 pound-feet of torque. It can be had with either a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission, with the stick offering slightly better fuel economy along with a more-satisfying driving experience. SES models come with a performance-tuned suspension that improves handling.
Safety
The Focus comes standard with six airbags -- dual front, front side-impact, and front-and-rear side curtain -- plus stability control and four-wheel anti-lock brakes. Also standard is a tire-pressure monitoring system.
EPA Fuel Economy
Manual: 24 mpg city/35 mpg highway
Automatic: 24 mpg city/34 mpg highway
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Sum Up
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