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The new Ford Focus does have selectable drive modes, and in ‘Sport’ mode the steering is perfectly weighted. But this also puts the gearbox into sport mode. It is reluctant to change up, and keeps the revs higher. The biggest improvement to enable this Ford Focus to be a serious contender amongst premium brands is most evident when you take a seat inside. The leather featured throughout the cabin is of good quality. There’s even a leather panel at either side of the centre console where your knee rests, which is a lovely touch. The new Ford Focus is the most technologically-advanced to date. Standard specification of the Focus ST Line X includes, amongst other things: front and rear parking sensors, power-adjust driver’s seat, heated front seats, dual-zone climate control, keyless start, 8-inch touchscreen and cruise control with speed limiter. This is one of Ford’s more drastic re-stylings, but it has worked a treat. The overall body shape is sleeker than the outgoing car, with softer, smoother lines.
On the motorway the 8-speed auto brings further benefit; keeping the revs to a minimum. Coupled to a hefty amount of noise insulation the Focus is incredibly quiet. You can barely hear the diesel rattle from up front, and can converse with fellow passengers at 70mph without raising your voice at all.
The boot is reasonably spacious. It does look a little smaller than the previous car, but its 273-litre capacity is only 4-litres less than before. If you want your Focus ST Line X to go anything like the way it looks, then the 1.5 EcoBoost will be the obvious choice: 0-62mph in 8.3 seconds and a top speed of 138mph. And if you’re really looking for a performance Ford Focus, then join us in eagerly awaiting the arrival of the ST.
When a car looks as exciting as the Ford Focus ST Line X does, you hope for a driving experience to match. And it seems Ford know this, because from behind the wheel the new Ford Focus feels like it was designed with the driver at the forefront. But then again, it’s not all about speed. Some people will choose the ST Line X because it looks tremendous, but the 120PS diesel engine will be plenty. The Ford Focus is also a comfortable motorway cruiser. Yet on a spirited drive the suspension controls body roll effectively. It corners reasonably flat, thanks to that low, broad body shape. Economy Here’s a detailed look at the paint palette available on the Ford Puma 5-seater crossover-SUV, which we hope will help you choose your perfect new car colour. You can also read our in-depth Ford Puma review for more details about Ford's exceptional crossover.Gone is the cumbersome multimedia screen surround, and that’s a cause for celebration! It has been replaced by a much thinner touchscreen ‘perched’ on top of the dashboard. Good job really, because this was the area where the old car felt most dated. It was due an update and an upgrade, and Ford has delivered it. To live with, the Ford Focus ST Line X is a great companion. Aside from a seemingly longer bonnet than before, it’s easy to judge while driving. The only downside to this large extras list is that it’s hard to know where to start. Perhaps more critically, it’s hard to know where to stop, being all too easy to get carried away and end up with a Ford Focus that has the equipment list of a Bentley… Value For Money
Pearlescent/Mica = As above, only instead of metal, ceramic crystals (known as ‘mica’) are added to the paint. These not only reflect light but refract it too, giving one colour different appearances in different levels of light. They’re normally as expensive as or pricier than metallic paints. Our test car had the 1.5 diesel, with an 8-speed auto. The performance figures don’t exactly make for exciting reading: 0-62mph in 10.2 seconds and a top speed of 120mph. And, when mated to the 8-speed automatic gearbox, it is delightfully smooth. Gear changes are seamless, and there are plenty of ratios to make the most of the limited power available. An estimate of your annual mileage during the finance agreement. This estimate is used to calculate the likely future value of the vehicle at the end of the agreement; it is important to be realistic because Excess Mileage charges may be payable if you exceed your expected mileage. Solid = A simple body colour with no additives in the paint. Usually comprises 3 coats, these being a primer, then the paint, then a clear, protective lacquer. Solid paints aren’t particularly shiny and are normally the only standard/no-cost colours offered by manufacturers.And the ST Line X adds sharp, aggressive features. I mean, just look at those front fog light surrounds. The ventilation holes in them are real, too! And it’s because we spent so long looking at it that we noticed the rear door line is remarkably similar to a BMW 1 Series. Fitting really, because this new Focus is gunning for the likes of the BMW 1 Series, VW Golf and Mercedes-Benz A-Class. Interior Finish The noticeable downsizing comes with the boot width: you might struggle to get a set of golf clubs in it, and if your buggy is on the larger side that too could be an issue. Unlike its predecessor, this new Ford Focus has a host of impressive gadgets available as optional extras.
The mild-hybrid versions use a 1.0-litre turbocharged EcoBoost petrol engine with electrical assistance. There are two outputs available, with the 123bhp model starting in the range, and it is available with a six-speed manual or seven-speed automatic. These can accelerate from 0-60mph in 9.6 seconds, while Ford claims an impressive 52.3mpg, with 122g/km CO2 emissions. Finished in Desert Island Blue, our test car was a real head-turner. When you catch the car’s reflection in a shop window you can’t help but appreciate it.Also sleek is the gear selector for the automatic gearbox: it’s a twist dial. This not only frees up space around the centre console, but impresses passengers too.
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