Ford Focus 2011 - 2018 hatchback in-depth review | Mat Watson Reviews

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[@emrys6738]

this man is just a twat

[@MrEngland92]

Focus, will always be my 1st love with cars lol

[@stonefors3032]

Same

[@bismarchiavelli]

Love the 5 best/5 worst feature breakdown. It's so detailed and nit picky that I know you've looked at the car critically. I don't get that from any other reviewer. Wish you were on Top Gear. Keep it up Mat.

[@resplendentwitticism]

Man, this has an ST steering wheel, awesome wheels, and a manual transmission...all things we can’t get in America. Now there are going to be zero Focus’ in the states :(

[@toxy3580]

Of course its manual lol

[@ttmusicchannel013]

i really don't get why everyone is hating on the car... i own one since 2 years and i haven't had any problems with it in those two years. also the window in the backseats is the same as in the front seats. i think it looks really nice and yeah, the interior could be better but thats what you get for the price. period.

[@ttmusicchannel013]

Yeah maybe :)

[@ianp3732]

Thomas I get you. These people don't think. If every car is as luxurious as a BMW then less wealthy people wont be able to own a brand new car.

[@roberth7320]

Well, you can get a vauxhall astra for about the same price or even cheaper and its interior is miles ahead of the focus.

[@showtaito1075]

TT-Gaming what do you mean by the window in the back seats is the same as in the front seats???

[@carlosnumbertwo]

I fucking love my focus, and with a few mods, faster than 90% of everything I come across,,,,, and pass.

[@vladpresecan2822]

The 2017 Focus comes with SYNC 3 , which in my opinion is clearly the best infotainment system from it's class , in this video it was the SYNC 2 , one of the slowest systems i could see

[@connorpiper22]

I don’t understand how this is a 2018 review. The Zetec S was replaced with the ST line in 2016 and Sync 3 has been standard since early 2017

[@Nate_mc]

Cause it’s the mk3 focus…….

[@BobbyJay1]

"The camera was out of focus" 😂😂😂😂😂

[@LewisNelson98]

I lost it when the car was trying to find a parking space 😂😂😂😂

[@aric0913]

ARE THOSE WIND DOWN WINDOWS?!?!

[@carwow]

Better believe it

[@d0718]

And this isn't even an entry-level model... Why would anyone get this over a VW Golf I really can't understand

[@ruane1995]

Emissions scandal.

[@senseiqhi]

Entry level golf don't have electric rear windows so Ford isn't alone, though this should be standard at this trim, even entry level.

[@aric0913]

carwow *muffled high pitch scream*

[@MC_AFC]

Another great review. Have a 2012 Focus myself and I find it brilliant. I really like this new design on the zetec s and will consider buying one for sure.

[@mertozelci4569]

Focus is good, especially on 0:04. Very smart Mat..

[@carwow]

Well spotted. Our cameraman was enjoying himself too much the night before

[@ericgeorge5483]

I love my 2009 Focus and definitely want another...GREAT CARS.

[@korgond]

Eric George would you recommend me the mk3 focus?

[@okie_dokie_artichokie6243]

I've got an even older Mk2 Focus and it's great, it handles perfectly. It's actually far better to drive than a large part of new cars of the same range (I've driven a Golf, an i30 and a bunch of others).

[@emrysthomas9117]

Eric George this map needs to get a job in Tesco's because you're doing cars because I love my Ford Focus

[@bobbyraejohnson]

Eric George I just bought a brand new one.

[@josipmatic4732]

I have Ford Focus titanium 1,6 tdci from 2010, avsome car for drive, 12000km in 8 month, avarage fuel consuption 5,3l

[@amirkhanmazari2625]

I just got my new Ford Focus full option last Friday it’s amazing

[@korgond]

Is it ST line?

[@petermarshall3880]

I've owned the current model Focus since it was released in November 2014, and Matt I have to disagree with every negative point you made about the focus. cheap feeling steering wheel! no headroom in the back! I'm 6' 3" and sometimes travel in the back and my head doesn't touch the ceiling. it's a very quiet ride on 17" wheels and is brilliantly screwed together. 20 months and 43,000 miles and not a single squeak or rattle. And if you want or need a bigger boot buy an estate car. A Focus estate!

[@JScot92]

If this had a Peugeot or Hyundai badge the comments section would be ripping it to shreds. Cheaply made, tired design, not very practical, crap infotainment...must do better Ford!

[@graceeind]

Respectfully disagree.

[@jamescarroll3519]

The car been reviewed ain't entry level in either the UK or Ireland. The Zetec s is a mid spec car with a body kit now called the ST line. Only the top spec Titanium/ Titanium s has electric windows all around as standard. Ford penny pinching at its best.

[@Pmjs]

I used to have a Nissan Bluebird 1.6 LX saloon 1989F with Central locking PAS sunroof&4 electric windows.

[@jigrodrigues]

mipmipmipmipmip i wish cars still had roll up windows all around. I dont care for power windows.

[@BlazinNSoul]

JScot92 There's nothing wrong with the info system. It works great & don't know what planet you're living on. :/

[@ssmfernando]

I own this car for almost two years, exact same color, titanium 1-liter eco boost with 16". much more comfortable and no need to worry about hitting curbs. I would say, according to the today's standard, infotainment system and interior "could be" better. But folks, this model around 18K euros. it comes with very refined driving pleasure, Sony sound system, automatic pilot parking, start and stop, reverse camera, sensors everywhere, and other standard equipment for titanium trim, folding mirrors, led interior lights, daytime running lights and list goes on. Also ford focus has good reliability records. Stop complaining if you don't know. buy something else if you don't like the brand or model. period!

[@raymondhambleton9452]

I have a 2016 Focus Ecoboost 1.0 Titanium. It's a superb car for it's size and will tackle all weather conditions with no hessitation. I've driven through flooded roads and deep snow with no problems. The driver's seat is very comfortable and doesn't cause aches on long journeys. I get about 50 mpg from the 1 litre engine which is pretty good. The display shows fuel economy of 70mpg or more. It's well built and if you you fit Mitchelin tyres, you don't get much road noise. I have my Focus serviced by a Ford dealer and they know all my car's history and only fit genuine Ford parts.

[@gamesmaster1060]

Good luck for when you have to start dealing with the belt among other problems

[@SuperOpticJ]

@@gamesmaster1060 my car is at 60,000 miles now still no issue with the belt

[@gamesmaster1060]

@@SuperOpticJ 60,000 isnt that much, its meant to be changed at 10 years or 100k miles but some belts degrade and block the oil strainer before that

[@MrRawUK]

Not a bad review Mat! The Focus is about the best you can get for that money. I rented 4 cars in 3 months (inc a Focus) when I sold my 2006 Audi a4 and have just bought a 2017 Ford Focus St line.1.0 Ecoboost. It's a lovely car to look at, sync 3 is actually very good. Driving position is great. Fuel economy is average so think twice about a 1.0 and maybe go for the 1.5 as Mat said. Rear windows are wind up? Ford.....WTF were you thinking? Road noise at speed is not great but all in all i am happy and give it 7/10. Yes the VW and Audi's are better but i would have had to spend close to £20k for one to spec, this cost me £14k.

[@jezstokes8592]

Currently on my 3rd Ford Focus, great cars, never give me any trouble

[@DRM1891]

Bloody brilliant car. I like how it’s sporty and classy combined into one. Doesn’t verge on boy racer like some cars do. Not too expensive to buy, insure, tax or run, and the engines are economical. 👍

[@gamesmaster1060]

They are also unreliable af long term

[@DRM1891]

@@gamesmaster1060 not in my experience so far.

[@malizec7793]

@@DRM1891 do you have 1.0 ecoboost or diesel. If you have 1.0ecoboost please can you give little review. Did you have any problems with engine, or with other stuff, how much kilometer did you make with him. Im looking for 1.0 ecoboost but nobody from my friend drive 1.0 they use onli diesel. Thank you

[@DRM1891]

@@malizec7793 I have the petrol engine 1.0L Ecoboost Titanium. My review would be that it's an overall great car. Easy to drive and to navigate around the controls. Decent power to get off the mark quicker and enough grunt to not feel like the engine is roaring when it's on fast roads. Generally good on fuel and not too expensive to tax. It's a good car.

[@malizec7793]

@@DRM1891 Thank you 😊. My parents have 2005 focus 1.6 gasoline, and before that focus we have ford escort 1.6 also gasoline. So I really love Ford, and I wish to buy focus mk3 but I don't know how good 1.0ecoboos engine is, there are some problems with car like with every car, so I try find as much info I can before I choose mk3 or mk2 focus.

[@aaronsun1659]

the out focus at the begginning X

[@carwow]

Good spot :)

[@Surv1ve_Thrive]

I thought that was the joke you were making at first.

[@colnegonyeh5024]

I'm 21 and I have just bought one of these focuses titanium the 1.5 tdci version

[@jaimegomez9128]

Colne Gonyeh how is it going your car ?

[@inevern8027]

@@jaimegomez9128 no regrets soo far

[@saifanwar898]

Hi mate how is it I'm looking to buy a 2018 focus 1.5 tdci econetic? Any issues? Thanks

[@hengchung1]

For the old model there is a problem with the transmission. What about the new model does ford improve the transmission?

[@allaboutdatGDA]

hengchung1 yes, the selectshift or ecoboost transmissions are better functioning. And the horse power is the best in its class. 🐎 cheers

[@kevintipper9267]

No tactics, long ball team that struggle in every game. Jose has taking this team as far as he can.

[@jake-the-neko5531]

I just got myself a 2015 focus. Absolutely love it. As a single guy with little to no friends who need lifts (all my friends also drive). I can't fault the car in any way

[@TM-UK]

Did you get the 1.0 or 1.5 ecoboost?

[@jake-the-neko5531]

@@TM-UK I got the 1.0

[@gamesmaster1060]

@@jake-the-neko5531 good luck

[@barbender313]

@@gamesmaster1060 why

[@VlaD-fr6zm]

@@barbender313 ecoboom engine

[@mariolosberg4257]

focus and astra are the best looking car's in this class..

[@mwp2447]

Mario Losberg booking

[@edmunek]

Sadly Astra is terrible to drive and 90% of those on the market still have monochromatic displays like from 1990.

[@christopherbrierley8363]

Love my 2014 titanium x navigator 1.6tdci focus.Just crammed full of gadgets,including mood lighting (in the doors floor and arm rests)which you can Change the colours.

[@peacea2768]

I've got the same one its great car

[@alanlaidlaw8184]

must check the rear of my 911 to see if it has that thing u whind up

[@runforit420]

I live in Canada and Ford is still trying to get rid of the 2016 Ford Focus still. Ford of Canada has to basically give them away here because of that horrible PowerShift dry dual-clutch transmission. Third clutch pack installed this week (factory and two replacements) and who knows if it will be the last...

[@1001speedster]

runforit420 The manual transmission however is rock solid. The VW DSG transmissions are crap as well

[@Psydekick90]

No glossy plastic is a huge plus in my book

[@xIcarus227]

Definitely, that stuff attracts dirt and scratches way too easily.

[@ADFluidMAN]

I love this car! I really do not understand why you're so critical of it. Yes, on paper the Golf is better, but if any of you have ever owned the new golf 7, I will tell you that the rattles and noises emanating from the dash, are reminiscent of a 1980's Fiat Panda! The noises are enough to drive anyone crazy!

[@ericokompatzki7110]

The focus is really nice to drive. But the thing I hate the most about it is the small leg space for the front passenger

[@Pmjs]

The Volvo V40 is based to the Ford Focus yet the V40 has a smaller boot.

[@dhruvdogra1491]

a car is practical for car wow if it has cupholders but what about the shitty headroom.

[@reelcutz9330]

I have one and its a good car, except for the over fim suspension doesnt deal with speed humps and pot holes well

[@Jay20112968]

Just bought this one as the 2018 ST-Line version, with the 1.5. Couldn't test the car for sporty handling on my test drive obviously, so its great to hear it matches my interest then.

[@damage2323]

thanks Matt. I thought they had a decent boot. but I won't even bother looking at them now...saved me a trip

[@hasans5410]

I really like Matt, probably the best review ever

[@jayjackson597]

this car is awesome, I have the '16 with auto. it drives better than any car I've ever had and I'm 67, it has the automatic and the shuddering when you take off mostly in city driving. we live in the country and that rarely comes up. it has over 100k on it now and still drives same as new. the wife picked it out and didn't like the look of the hatchback and got the sedan. big mistake. get the hatch! loading and unloading the trunk is night and day. on ours the rear window goes so far back the opening is too small. on the back roads this thing drives like a sports car. the power is amazing for such a small car. the only thing I had to fix so far was when the trunk struts gave out

[@scotsman9965]

Ironic that you are reviewing the Ford FOCUS. And the camera man cant Focus the camera properly...

[@belgianshepherd4161]

love this channel! i find myself just watching carwow video's now for reviews. keep up the good work!

[@r.4kram]

the colour is amazing!

[@mustafakocaoglu8888]

Agree

[@mistercar2975]

yes 👌👌👌👌

[@ellesnyder942]

Regarding hard plasticy initerior.. anyone with a dog will appreciate a hard plastic window sill that the dogs nails don't make indentations on. I find that a bonus.

[@blessingncube8743]

This is a nice, good looking Ford Focus. What years versions of Ford Focus (e.g. 2017, 2016, etc) come with the same back tail lights that hug the sides of the car?? will appreciate any reference on the matter. Thanks...

[@scaryfear21]

Bad/annoying things section is my favorite! Nice touch, never seen this before!

[@JayeDee_Gr4]

I was given one as a courtesy car last year after my RTA. My wife loved it and even though im a Vauxhall man , i did like it and it looked very sporty.

[@carwow]

It's worth trying the new Astra, we prefer it in most respects to the Focus

[@MasterAppels]

How often do you get updates for car navis? I've never had a car with a navi but I would guess you don't get a lot of updates, especially after 2+ years.

[@mickadatwist1620]

"excellent to drive"...that's all you need to know

[@dennism1959]

Hi, did you notice the clunking noise in the drive system when changing gears 1> 2>3. I have on mine and Ford say it is a normal characteristic? What a cop out...

[@lewpv]

Daft question: does the armrest slide out at all?!

[@BoschExxcel]

They're great little cars. I have a 2014 1.0 Ecoboost Titanium and being a 17 year old it's my first car. It's absolutely brilliant, great to look at, great and easy to drive and cheap to insure!

[@peacegod101]

No, It's not as good looking as a Seat Leon nor does it have the build quality of a Golf.

[@BoschExxcel]

You'll change your mind when you've driven an Ecoboost Focus! The Leon is good to drive but the Focus is miles better. don't get me started about the Golf...boring, ugly, not that good to drive, unreliable...

[@Horizon301.]

+BoschExxcel no it's not we have a fiesta and a golf and a A6 and the fiesta is the one that costs the most to run the ecoboost also has awful MLG worse then our A6 which gets the claimed 56mpg also you have to service the ford every 10,000 miles but with a diesel it's 20,000 which makes any Audi cheaper to own and the golf gets 70mpg and the quality is far better and so is the technology not to mention ford cars are worth nothing after a few years but any German car would be worth around £2000 more for the same class car e.g the polo afte two years with the same amount of miles and list price is worth £2000 more

[@gamesmaster1060]

@@BoschExxcel is the car dead yet

[@Gkoulidis]

Mat when the Focus fl was first tested you were not sure whether this or the Golf was quieter. Now the car is noisy?

[@Krizla4]

What's the name of these Ford wheels on this focus?

[@MsKmshow]

Thanks for this great review i hope to see the new seat leon soon

[@MrJoshiej]

I have a 2009 MK2 1.6 Petrol I absolutely love it I would definitely be interested in a MK3 in the future

[@RavingMadJock]

Mat I've no seen ya doing one on the Focus ST, I've ordered a (TDCi) ST3. straight after testing the (2017 facelift) Vw mk7 Golf GTD, though I've previously owned a Mk3 Scirocco GT (140Tdi), GTD has definably an Improvement to centre console and LCD Dash and new Touchscreen, usual no thrills (unless optional ACC suspension), interior and drives (like a Civic or Micra), currently V40 R-Design D2(Lux) up to now the best luxury ride & handling ! After driving the ST Focus, with Windsor Leather Recaro and 185PS & 400Nm (295FtLbs) Torque & Excellent Handling ~ Wow reminds me of the Way cars should feel' like ma old (1990) Vw Corrado G60 (Stage4 & Bypass 200+ ) Pulls Like A Train & Fun unlike the VW GTD.... I'm gonna call mine ASBO !

[@gloryths]

Not the best reviews but the best reviews BY FAR!!!!

[@panashegonye2163]

I had a 65 plate titanium spec focus loved it till l crashed miss that car will definitely buy it again will go for an st line this time looks more sporty

[@samantarizzi248]

I’m so getting this car! It’s going to be my first ever car. Can’t wait! 😍

[@distefanoi]

Have mine in the titanium version here in Argentina with small differences, 2.0L 170hp.

[@aghevl9999]

Honestly, the 4 inch SYNC infotainment system(Not the monocolor one) is way better the SYNC 2, the one presented in this video. It is fast and simple and does everything the big one does. Navi is a bit awkward to use, but no one uses it nowadays tbh.

[@antonkirk5526]

Can't wait to see the St lines review

[@addieroxrev09]

Better than the Astra for driving pleasure...but shame the entry level one doesn't have cruise control

[@rinoj_jossy]

It's become relevant for me in 2020!, thanks Mat! 😁🤭

[@JohnDoe_x0]

I like everything about this car, but the space at the driver's seat. As 6”1 I had to move the seat all the way back to accommodate my legs and arms nicely, and in such a position the B (central) pillar appears at the line of my head, completely covering my side view, so if I wanna look into the driver's side window, I have to lean forward - that's no good

[@harryfreq3199]

Woohoo, I've found Matt again!

[@carwow]

Welcome

[@tumiriba4185]

Can we agree that this is a decent car?

[@unclefart5527]

Look it up, then ask yourself why they took the Focus off the market real quick. People in my family went thru hell on this. There will never be another fix or repair daily in our families. "Ford's DSP6 PowerShift transmission, first installed in 2012-2016 Ford Focus and 2011-2016 Ford Fiesta cars, had numerous engineering flaws and defects that its resulting problems caused several lawsuits and a federal investigation."

[@dhruvdogra1491]

thanks Bosch.I really don't know why people criticize ecosport specially the ecoboost.I also have a sedan and trust me it keeps kissing the bad roads of India.The thing I like about my ecosport is that it has the handling characteristics of a fiesta and ground clearance of an SUV plus a 6ft2inch guy can fit in easily

[@eoinmaher455]

Great review Mat! Not sure if you're aware of this, but the entry level focus here in Ireland is even more archaic. It has black plastic door handles, a 3 inch (if even) dot matrix display behind the wheel and a tiny strip in the middle of the dash in lieu of the small screen you guys get. Plus the interior is pitch black. Stingy of Ford really!

[@carwow]

Wow, that's lousy!

[@eoinmaher455]

+carwow impressive car though! Ford fan here...

[@Pmjs]

My Vxl Astra 2.0CDTI SRI Sports Tourer 2013 had manual windows in the back. So this Focus model is not the only car with only front electric windows.

[@xIcarus227]

I mean, the option is like 70EUR or something..

[@fordforever6814]

Mat should do only vw reviews where everything is PERFECT .............

[@o2i3u5klwerh8]

sooo... you re telling me that a one litre focus has a better rear suspension than a civic type r?

[@JeanV1986]

My Focus 2012 went in for repair (a woman ran into my front door on the parking in front of my house...yeah...), and I got a BMW 114D as a replacement...Hell, do I miss my Focus! Damn, the BMW is SO overhyped. Basically, I can't see anything this car is doing better than my Focus. It's small (crammed inside), it's stiff (the Focus is more composed), the commands are very stiff (to the point of feeling uncomfortable), and the steering and gearbox are just meh...I was expecting top notch build quality, but that was a huge letdown: as an entry level trim, this car is just BARE BONE! From another age, really. So thank you, but I'll keep my hard plastics here and there and will enjoy the much better driving experience.

[@gg_vard]

those intos let's say they're always interesting

[@turquoisecat761]

Strange, the first few seconds were sharp and the rest of the video was blurred.

[@VicodinElmo]

12V sockets are standard in the boot these days? I've never owned a car newer than 2003 so I guess that's why I've never noticed.

[@runforit420]

I don't understand why Ford still sells Sync 2.0 in Europe when North America has moved on from MyFord Touch/Sync 2.0 to Sync 3.0.

[@VR_Layno]

Please add specs of the car everytime you make a video 😊 Good Job

[@the-boring-car-guy]

This desperately needs a replacement

[@ben3291]

Still A very Good Car But is showing Its Age now as it is one of or the Oldest Car in its segment.

[@j.cesarbraga]

I think it still very contemporary. Not aged at all.

[@Magnus44711URI]

yep

[@ben3291]

Júlio César Braga in terms of looks no but its just details like the boot size and equipment you get as standard is lacking now but i agree because of its good price it should soilder on for another year or two max until its replacement.

[@Matty12333]

SaLad G how? It's relatively recent

[@gde1989]

So do UK spec cars still get the dual clutch auto? The updated model in Australia have gone back to a traditional torque converter auto. The dual clutch was deemed incredibly unreliable and currently a massive lawsuit against Ford in Australia atm. Focus sales have suffered consequently..

[@VolvoXC90TV]

3:16 no rear electric windows? That's a bit mean...

[@grantkidd4142]

Is that winding windows in the back of a top spec 2016 car?

[@mexxian007]

You are the most entertaining you-tuber.

[@fisslewine1222]

Brilliant car, and love the new look...

[@mareetredoux380]

Ford Focus ST3?? please do one

[@jamesmadre8279]

brought a 2011 titanium with city pack and sat nav. replaced a 1988 Mondeo verona. what a disappointment. mondeo faultless focus leaking windscreen. faulty door seals speaker rattles gearbox fault. rubbish. sold at a massive loss. this was a nearly brand new car that within month's felt like scrap. be warned

[@jamesmadre8279]

just to say the car was 12 months old with less than 6 k when we brought it. be warned

[@harrypapas5968]

which one is better? this or the new fiesta?

[@randywatson8347]

What I dont like about the focus series is the rounded roof ending down the rear.

[@santana9537]

Can’t wait to get this for my first car in April God Willing!!

[@charliechaz1982]

Some people won't like to accept it but The Astra won 2016 european car of the year and deservedly so in my opinion. Carwow's review and comparison also highlights how Vauxhall/opel have caught up with the focus. Would take an Astra over the Focus in it's current guise. Ford need to respond in my opinion.

[@mkrestuarant]

UK's most popular car. No wonder why I bought it in Thailand.

[@marcellehaddad9161]

What about the availability and the cost of parts in Lebanon

[@digitalalmo]

titanium trim is way better than this spec, you get so much more, especially soft plastics like the top of the dash, on the top of the doors, also all round electric windows, speed limiter is great when going a long way through average speed cameras :). just wish i'd gone titanium x, privacy glass and the better lights plus heated seats and steering wheel. but any spec you still get great handling :)

[@chrissing64]

Heard a lot about the 1.l ecoboost was looking to buy a Titanium version around 2017 following on from my 1.6 MK2 . Im concerned the engine would struggle and with the turbo there could be more wear in the engine. The one I'd go for would be the 125 bhp . Honest question is this a good replacement as would also need to add dash cam and rear view camera would these additions work on the tft screen. Thank you

[@colm112]

No

[@chrissing64]

@@colm112 well they did fit well and work perfectly. The reverse camera is great.

[@colm112]

@@chrissing64 mine don’t got a camera how sad

[@oxrdz3932]

Zetec s and St line looks good but zero features, titanium fully loaded looks like grandma car

[@superbert35]

Driving a 2014 titanium.still dont see a car that is offering enough for me to think about switching.

[@MsWearer]

The boot looks huge compared to the other hatchbacks I’ve seen!

[@ewaf88]

THIS NOT A REVIEW OF THE 2018 FORD FOCUS - READ 2014 Misleading dishonest title