The second-generation Ford Focus (DA3), launched in late 2004 and facelifted in early 2008 (adopting the Kinetic Design), is based on the excellent C1 platform developed jointly with Mazda (Mazda 3) and Volvo (S40/V50/C30). It established itself as the benchmark in its category for road handling, offering an exceptional comfort/handling compromise thanks to its Control Blade multi-link rear suspension. Mechanically, this generation saw the massive integration of diesel engines from the PSA/Ford partnership (1.6 and 2.0 TDCi), alongside the 100% Ford 1.8 TDCi block. While the dynamic qualities and interior space are undeniable, overall reliability varies greatly depending on the engine chosen, with the 1.6 TDCi 109 hp alone accounting for a large proportion of the serious failures of this m
The Ford Focus II is a car with two faces. Featuring a brilliant chassis and excellent interior space, it makes a very smart purchase in its petrol version (especially the 1.6 100 hp blocks or Flexifuel versions) or with the robust 2.0 TDCi diesel. However, the very common 1.6 TDCi 109 hp is a real source of trouble that has ruined the model's reputation; it is to be avoided unless it has been scrupulously made reliable. Whatever the model, budget for the inevitable repair of the instrument cluster solders. This is a vehicle to NEGOTIATE with caution, exclusively targeting the good engine options.