For the first time the Ford Focus 2 was presented in September 2004 at the Paris Motor Show. In the Russian plant of the concern in Vsevolozhsk (a suburb of St. Petersburg), cars of this model began to be robbed in the summer of 2005. In 2007, the car was subjected to a deep restyling, the interior and appearance were changed.
For the Russian market, Ford Focus II cars are equipped with the following engines: 1.4 l R416V (80 hp); 1.6 L R416V (100 hp); 1.6 L R416V DuratecTi-VCT with variable valve timing (115 hp); 1.8 L R416V Duratec-HE (125 hp); 2.0 L R4 16V (145 hp) and Duratorq 1.8 L R416V turbodiesel (115 hp). This book describes the gasoline modifications of the engines used.
Mechanical transmissions are installed on cars (five-speed mod. IB5 or MTX75, six-speed mod. MMT6) or four-speed automatic (only for cars with engines with a displacement of 1.6 and 2.0 liters).
Ford Focus 2 cars are produced with five- or three-door hatchback, sedan and station wagon bodies. In Russia, the car is offered in four basic trim levels:
Ambiente (driver's airbag, pyrotechnic front seat belt pretensioners with tension limiters, electric front windows, central locking and immobilizer, reach and tilt adjustable steering column, heater with air recirculation mode);
Comfort (in addition to the equipment of the Ambiente configuration, they install air conditioning, aluminum trim on the inside door handles, side moldings and exterior door handles painted in body color, chrome trim on the radiator grille);
Trend (in addition to the equipment of the Comfort package, dark headlight rims, fog lights, an on-board computer are installed, the interior has been improved);
Ghia (compared to the Trend package, the interior is additionally trimmed with aluminum and leather, the central lock is equipped with a remote control, and the glove box is equipped with individual cooling, power windows for all doors are installed, a full set of airbags, including side airbags; delays in turning off the headlights when leaving the car, side mirrors with electric drive and electric heating, improved interior, etc.).
By special order, an anti-lock braking system (ABS) with an electronic brake force distribution (EBD), dynamic stabilization system (ESP), separate climate control, xenon headlights, parking sensors, an audio system with a multifunctional touch screen (you can choose from 6 options for audio systems), alloy wheels (three options), it is possible to install voice control of a mobile phone.
Vehicles for the Russian market are equipped with engine and sill protection, mudguards for all wheels and a full-size spare wheel.
In Russia, they also offer a sports version of the Focus ST (only with a hatchback body) with a boosted 2.5-liter R5 20V engine equipped with a turbocharger (225 hp, 320 Nm) and a six-speed manual gearbox. In addition, this modification is distinguished by 18-inch alloy wheels, metallic interior trim and a sports suspension.
The bodies of all modifications of Ford Focus II cars are load-bearing, all-metal, welded construction with hinged front fenders, doors, hood and trunk lid (tailgate). Windscreen and rear window (tailgate glass) glued. The driver's seat is adjustable in the longitudinal direction, in terms of backrest tilt and height, the front passenger seat in the longitudinal direction and in terms of backrest. The front and rear seats are equipped with height-adjustable headrests. The rear seat backrest can be folded forward in parts in a ratio of 40:60.
The transmission is made according to the front-wheel drive scheme with front wheel drives equipped with constant velocity joints. In the basic configuration, cars are equipped with a five-speed manual gearbox. On request, vehicles with 1.6 and 2.0 liter engines can be equipped with a four-speed automatic transmission.
MacPherson type front suspension, independent, spring, with anti-roll bar, with hydraulic shock absorber struts. The rear suspension is independent, spring, with hydraulic shock absorbers.
Brake mechanisms of forward wheels disk, ventilated, with a floating bracket; rear - drum, with a device for automatically adjusting the gaps between the brake shoes and drums. The brake system is equipped with a vacuum booster.
The steering is safe, with a gear-rack type steering mechanism, a hydraulic or electro-hydraulic booster is installed on some cars. The steering column is adjustable for reach and tilt. The frontal airbag is located in the steering wheel hub.
All vehicles are equipped with retractable diagonal seat belts for the driver, front passenger and outer passengers in the rear seat. A lap belt is provided for the middle passenger in the rear seat.
I wanted to talk to you about this wonderful car. Maybe someone will come in handy my statements in the process of choosing a car. Just when choosing a car, pay attention to all sorts of little things, buns so to speak. All cars have wheels, a steering wheel, an engine, but all cars are so different. A modern car should not only be able to just drive, but also please the owner with comfort and ease of driving. What I like about this car is that it has a lot of unusual solutions, that the ergonomics of the car are very well thought out. The seat is very comfortable, moderately hard, with adjustable lumbar support, adjustable in height. All knobs and switches are in accessible places, their modes are logically clear. Particularly convenient is the mode of short-term pressing the turn signal, turns on the turn signal 3 times and that's it, it's convenient when changing lanes. The signal is located where it should be, and not on a pip on the side. I like that the door trim near the glass is very wide, my hand lies on it very comfortably and does not slip off. The glass falls completely, does not stick out of the door. The handles in the doors, which are armrests, are also very conveniently made, their height is thought out so that the hand rests on it very comfortably. The main armrest for the right hand is also good, wide, the passenger's elbow does not interfere with the driver at all, there is an adjustment for reach. Under the armrest there is a convenient glove box with a 12-volt socket, where I charge my cell phone from an auto charger.
In my configuration 4 power windows with auto-windows windows. A very handy option. The windows close by themselves at the touch of the close button. Also, the windows can close themselves if you hold the button to close the machine with a regular key. They can also open if you hold the button to open the regular key, but the inconvenience is that all four open at once. The button for blocking the opening of the rear windows extinguishes the illumination of the buttons on the rear doors, saying that they are inactive. In the back row seat, in the center, there is a comfortable armrest, with 2 cup holders. It also has a closable compartment for small items. Very comfortable adjustable headrests for 3 people.
Ford engineers approached thoroughly the lighting fixtures inside the cabin. Not only is there a very convenient lamp with a mirror under the visor of both the driver and passenger, but the central ceiling has 3 backlights, which are switched on separately. Plus a ceiling lamp for passengers, and another ceiling lamp in the trunk. If you turn on all the lights, it illuminates the entire car just fine. Yes, and central ceiling lights with 3 switch positions. The first is on all the time, the second is with the doors open, the third is off at all. By the way, when the ignition is turned off, the light of the front or middle ceiling light turns on automatically in the cabin, as if seeing the driver off. I also forgot to say about the illumination of the legs of the driver and passenger, also done perfectly. Most importantly, when the engine is started, all interior lighting is smoothly extinguished so as not to interfere with movement. The car is equipped with a signaling device of not switched off dimensions and movement with open doors. Shouts very loudly, it is impossible not to pay attention. But I have a light sensor, the circuit has been redone, in the auto mode during the day, the dipped beam is switched on together with the ignition - running lights. I didn’t convert to fogs, I don’t see the point. Changing a burned-out fog light is more difficult than changing a headlight bulb. Yes, and the “walk me home” option also has a place, it turns on by briefly lifting the high beam lever, with the ignition off. Headlights turn on for 30 seconds, illuminating the way home. There is a mode of parking lights. This mode works without ignition, in this mode only the dimensions are turned on without the dashboard lighting.
I want to talk about the rain sensor. Its algorithm is a bit incomprehensible to me, it seems to work, but you constantly have to intervene with your hands. Either he waves like crazy, or he does not clean the glass. For me, this is not a very necessary thing, it can come in handy only when in auto mode you will be doused with water from a puddle, it works instantly, including the wipers. Even at first, the rear wiper caused misunderstandings, I could not understand why, when reverse gear is engaged, it either turns on or not. It turns out that if the front wipers were activated for about 1 minute, then the rear wipers will turn on, if not, it will not turn on. Another feature of Ford is an extra wave of the wipers when the washer button is pressed. The wipers do a triple cycle on the glass, after a few more seconds a control stroke, remove the remnants. The machine is equipped with a nozzle heater. Splashing anti-freeze in winter, steam from the water was visible, and the glass was washed from frost better and faster than heating the glass. By the way, about the heated windshield, the option is necessary but not well thought out. In winter, when it snows, it quickly sticks to the wipers, and heating the windshield does not help defrost them at all. At rest, they lie down just in the place where water flows from the glass, freezing on the wipers and further aggravating the situation. It was necessary to bring the heating to the parking area of the wipers.
A few words about native music. I really don't like bad sound, I just can't stand it. If the speakers fart from the bass, or vice versa squeak from the highs, I can't listen to it. In the same car, the Sony acoustics are worthy of praise as standard. 8 speakers, 2 in each door (mid and high frequencies), plays very clean and pleasant, moderate bass, and high too. A good mp3 disc plays just great, the volume is oversized, at the maximum the glass starts to rattle. There are no complaints about the radio either, confident clear reception, no hiss, no background.
I want to note the trunk, when unfolding the seats, we get a completely flat floor. In the trunk there is a 12 V socket, constantly energized, it is convenient to pump the wheels or connect the lamp. There are 2 closable pockets in the side niches. I keep a first aid kit and gloves there, as well as a towing eye and a funnel. Also in the trunk there are 4 ears for attaching an organizer or securing cargo.
The most unusual solution is opening the hood with a key. Many who are not familiar with the Focus are surprised by this action, very unusual. After washing the car in the winter, you have to carefully wipe the lock mechanism so that it does not freeze. The solution is not very practical.
My car is equipped with an ESP system. In winter, her work was especially noticeable. The car almost never skidded on the ice, esp does not allow the wheels to slip, the gas pedal can be pressed at least all the way, as soon as traction appears, the car picks up speed. It’s just that the electronics don’t always work predictably, and therefore sometimes when you need to quickly get onto the road on a slippery section with slippage, you had to turn off the esp. And if you need to drive through large snowdrifts, it is also better to turn it off. But in general, this system is designed to help, preventing the car from skidding.
The car was purchased in early May 2008, was ordered in December 2007. before that, he owned a VAZ-2115, took it from scratch and sold it to a 5-year-old. It's time to change the car, I was looking for a class C sedan, with a 1.8-2.0 engine with at least 2 airbags, ABS / ESP, and the extreme threshold was 600 tr. The choice was among the machines Lancer X, Elantra, Mazda 3 and Focus. After collecting the necessary information, I set off on a journey through dealers, so to speak, to feel the goods, I will not go into details. Everyone has their own criteria for choosing a car, I settled on a focus. I liked it the most, both inside and out, and was cheaper, and in price, and on credit, and in MOT, although my acquaintances were frightened by the Russian assembly, I decided to purchase it. I took the Gia package, in my opinion the best choice, it’s a pity at that time there was no Titanium, I would have taken it, a 2-liter engine, gasoline, manual transmission, the standard color is silver. Of the options took: Xenon headlights, ABS, stability control (IVD), regular Sony music, heated front seats, climate control.
Of course, after 15 matches there was heaven and earth, a month I got used to the fact that nothing creaks or rings, five people in the car are not "sprats in a tin can", the car accelerates, slows down. A month later, the car became just a means of transportation, the first shortcomings were found compared to the previous car. The main thing is the trunk: visually and in liters it is larger (about 100 liters), but actually less!!! So I bought winter tires in March and calmly brought them from the store in the trunk, and only 2 wheels fit into the focus and there is a lot of free space ... A very narrow loading slot had to bring the printer in the package (healthy infection) which used to load normally in the trunk, barely got into the Focus without a box. In general, the trunk for small bags)) Although the trunk can be opened from the remote control, it’s of little use to just click, but you have to lift it with your hands, and when both are busy, and it’s wet and dirty on the street, I remember with a kind word a tag, there the lid itself rose. The racks are good, massive, but a problem arises when you need to give way to the car on the right, before it was enough to glance to the right and assess the situation, now you have to slow down and shake your head like a cobra, so as not to miss the car in the dead zone, and if the front passenger is sitting, then in general paragraph. I got used to the dimensions quickly, before that I was a little scared by the width of the car, I thought there would be problems in the yards, but everything is ok, it took longer to get used to the ass, I still couldn’t determine whether there was still a meter or I would now move someone else’s car with the rear bumper.
High gas mileage, did not expect, I knew that the passport will never be, but almost 14 liters is cool. True, the "doctor's" mode of operation of the car is probably to blame, but as you get out on the track, the consumption on the computer decreases by about 0.1 liters every 70-80 km. So in the summer I traveled a lot on the highways, the consumption fell to 12.6 liters. I thought everything was ok, the car was run-in, but no. On a run of 5000 km, I decided to change the oil myself, the problem came where it was not expected, I almost blew my belly when I drove into the garage, where I used to drive in a 15-ke without any problems. I drove well very slowly and carefully, although the clearance is quite high ... Apparently, the larger distance between the wheels is to blame. Yesterday I was driving along the highway after snow, the anti-buks often worked - zero sense, only when the light flashed for 6-9 seconds in a row and a slight smell of a burnt clutch came - I realized that I didn’t need to do this anymore, it would be expensive. But in the corners, the IVD system pleased, I tried to make an artificial skid, I couldn’t with the system turned on (though I didn’t try hard). A month later, the purchase decided to check the tire pressure turned out to be about 3, I had to lower it a little according to the table. Although nothing rattles in the cabin, but the noise from the wheels is strong, and from the winter khaki it generally lays my ears, I will do soundproofing in the spring. Well, probably the cons ended there, there are a couple of nitpicks in the form of the inability to order curtain-type side airbags, the inconvenience of opening the hood, I’m somehow used to doing it from the passenger compartment, sometimes the first gear is not switched on clearly.
Let's move on to the merits: the brakes are something, for the whole summer the ABS worked twice, although there were moments when I put in the brake, the first time when I checked the operation of the system I felt a couple of pedal vibrations, and the second time on a wet road one horseman cut. I am very pleased with the brakes, a couple of months ago I drove a couple of kilometers in a friend's car (VAZ-2112). One dog poked out under the wheels, I braked, but the car does not slow down, it slows down a little, I thought I would definitely hit the tail, but I was lucky. The 2-liter engine was not particularly impressive, well, yes, the VAZ and small-capacity competitors are resting, but I didn’t notice much acceleration, so I don’t recommend it for fans to tear everyone from the traffic light, but the high-torque motor, in particular, it doesn’t notice the climate, it adequately accelerates the car with 4 people, so there was a case of one street racer on a 9-ke trying to overtake on the right somewhere at a speed of 80-90, on a slight rise in the overpass, I gas to the floor in the car 5 people + 30 kg in the trunk, after 10 seconds a loud farting sound remained somewhere then at the back, I am satisfied with the engine - 2 liters is what I need for me, if you do not take into account the consumption.
I was pleased with the xenon headlights when I ordered it, the toad choked a little, I thought it was more show-off, but when I turned it on for the first time I realized that it was worth it, the illumination was several times higher than it was at 15-ke, and when I turned on the far one it seemed that the sun had risen. I can’t evaluate the work of the 2-zone climate, because I didn’t go with air conditioning, I took more because of the appearance, and the difference in money was small, in general I’m very pleased with the system, I drove all summer like in paradise, for the first time in 10 years, there was no desire, standing in traffic jams, to go to the nearest Kamaz and not insert its own exhaust pipe into the salon, it was cool and the salon smelled of freshly bought "stink". Heated seats work great, there are 5 modes nice. The head unit is certainly not super, but a good average, the sound would be rated at a solid 4-ku, in my opinion it fits more harmoniously into the interior and is less interesting to junkies-thieves. The radio picks up well. I was satisfied with all the options that I ordered, I regret that I did not order a heated windshield.
Well, probably everything else you can write about an 8-month-old car with a mileage of 7 t.km? I hope there will be nothing bad to add in the future =)
Sales market: Russia.
Ford Focus belongs to the middle class, but the top-end configurations are distinguished by a very high level of comfort and equipment. The expressive body has excellent aerodynamic properties. The salon is functional and ergonomic. The car is very popular in Russia: in 2010, the second generation became the best-selling foreign car in Russia. There were good reasons for this - compared to the first generation (1998 - 2005), the second generation car added in size, the wheelbase increased, which affected the spaciousness of the cabin, the interior design and quality of materials improved significantly. The Ford Focus II has an incredible variety of body styles and trim levels. The car was produced in the following types: sedan, station wagon, three-door and five-door hatchback, convertible.
The most inexpensive version of the Ambiente offered power windows for the front doors, an immobilizer, central locking. Unlike the previous generation, the wheels are not 14, but 15 inches with 8-spoke decorative caps. There were additional ceiling lights for interior light, a touch-sensitive trunk lock; driver's seat - height adjustable. However, for buyers accustomed to the option of modern cars, the Comfort package was of greater interest, which is equipped with air conditioning, body-colored moldings, door handles and mirrors, and improved interior trim. For a surcharge in the Trend configuration, you could get fog lights, a chrome grille, an on-board computer, a three-spoke sports steering wheel covered with leather. The top-end Focus Ghia has electric mirrors and all windows, a cooled glove box, a 4-spoke leather-wrapped steering wheel, leather-trimmed gearshift lever, footwell lighting, etc. In 2008, the model was restyled, a number of trim levels were repeatedly updated later. For cars of 2011, it included LE (Limited Edition), Comfort, Titanium modifications, and in the top version, such options as cruise control, leather or combined interior, heated seats, separate climate control, etc. .
The Ford Focus is available with 1.4 to 2 liter petrol engines or 1.8 liter diesel engines. If the power of the base 1.4-liter engine is frankly low - 80 hp, then the two-liter 145-horsepower engine gives the Ford Focus excellent dynamics. As the "golden mean" in terms of power, fuel consumption and driving performance, versions with engines of 1.6 (100 and 115 hp) and 1.8 liters (125 hp) should be considered. Focus, on the other hand, with a 115 hp diesel engine. due to objective reasons, it was not in high demand, although in terms of high-torque and elasticity of work, which allows not resorting to frequent gear changes, this is an interesting option. Gasoline engines were offered with a 4-speed automatic or 5-speed manual transmission, while diesel engines were offered with a manual transmission only. All vehicles are front wheel drive.
Due to the extended wheelbase, the car is characterized by good stability, easily and confidently takes turns. The Ford Focus suspension (front - MacPherson strut, rear - multi-link) provides sufficient comfort, well swallowing the flaws of Russian roads. It is important to add that cars in other respects were initially adapted to Russian operating conditions: they have engine compartment protection and an enlarged washer reservoir, a powerful battery, a full-size spare wheel, rubber mats, threshold protection, mudguards.
Least of all Ford Focus causes complaints in safety. It is one of the most reliable cars: the Euro NCAP test carried out in 2004 showed a very high level of occupant protection, including child protection. The list of available equipment includes front and side airbags, anti-lock braking system (ABS), brake force distribution (EBD). In expensive trim levels, there are: a rain sensor, a self-dimming rear-view mirror. For an additional fee, you can equip the car with a stability control system, a tire pressure monitoring system.
Ford Focus has always been characterized by affordable prices, which initially made this model one of the contenders for the title of "people's car". Even the first Focus served as a starting point for many of those who first decided to change from obsolete at that time domestic models to a more modern one. The second generation continued and developed the success. These cars are distinguished by the most favorable price / quality ratio, and are represented on the market by a very diverse and wide group.
Read completely1. Choice.
At the time of choice, he owned a 14-year-old trade wind B3, repelled from it, but due to the shoals of a 14-year-old, I really wanted a new car. I quickly realized that the D class did not pull. I watched: Lancer 9, Lacheti, Nissan Almera (not classic) and Ford Focus 2. In 2006, Ford was the most delicious in terms of price and, in my opinion, in terms of its characteristics too. Minus a very long wait for the car after prepayment.
2. Purchase.
I wanted to minimize expenses. Therefore, he stepped on the throat of the song and did not take a 2-liter station wagon, climate control, but took a 1.8 Chia without special stages. I still regret climate control. After making an advance payment, I had to wait six months. From the bonuses of a long wait, I received a model of the 2007 model year.
3. Operation.
Warranty period.
Bloomed chrome handles - replacement under warranty;
In the cold, poor fit wipers. Changing the wipers didn't help. Subsequently, I decided for myself that this is due to an increase in the rigidity of the frame of frameless brushes and they are well pressed only at the ends.
Polishing two doors and painting two (apparently the pioneers tried) - Casco.
Battery failure after 14 months. It turned out that it was not under warranty. Like, a year warranty on the electrician. As a result, inquiring about the cost of the battery from the dealer (8800), I bought a varta for 3600, on which I still use it.
End of warranty TO2, replacement of the rear levers. As I understand it, because of the silent blocks that have gone.
4. Operation after warranty.
In the third year I went to the dealer to get serviced, then I stopped wasting money.
In the region of 60-70 repressing silent blocks.
Somewhere in the 80 thousand, one strut completely died, replaced it, then thought about it and changed the rear shock absorbers.
At 90+ thousand, it began to warm up badly, on the highway at a temperature of less than +5, the engine temperature dropped. Thermostat replacement. It turned out to be difficult to access.
Around 100 thousand, problems with the steering began. The steering wheel was bitten and this process progressed. Support bearings were replaced, one of which fell apart, the steering wheel sensor was replaced, the amplifier electric pump was moved. It didn't give any effect. Brought the steering rack in for repair. It helped, but they messed up the locking of the steering wheel rotation sensor, since there was “extra” from previous manipulations, and ... after 3 months everything returned. They redid it under warranty, but they took the money for the withdrawal, at the same time they changed the silent blocks. Feels like they did better.
Tromozuha was also changed twice, every 17-20 thousand brake pads. The rear drums were changed to 70s and were less than half worn.
Candles changed about every 40 thousand.
Thousands of 80 changed the belts of auxiliary units.
5. Sores, generic and specific of this car.
License plate lights, replacement every 2 years is a consumable item.
Flushing the throttle body at least once a year. Otherwise problems with XX.
The paint peels off on the back door, in the glass area (on its own without external influences).
The rear suspension can now only be cut off and replaced with a new one, since the bolts are sour and break off. On Mazda 3 and Volvo 40 there is no such problem. Similar levers use bolts with different threads.
6. I summarize.
The overall impression of the car is good.
Pleases handling and suspension (but not reliability). Comfortable wide interior. Satisfactory amount of space in the back. Decent dynamics at 1.8MKP and fuel consumption corresponding to the dynamics.
Flaws
- The trunk is small.
- Noise from rough road!!! It really gets on the track.
- Long mudguards, often come off, after the 5th I stopped buying them.
Looking back and asking myself if I made the right conclusion, I answer yes. Do I want a Ford again? Probably not, although if there is an interesting offer, I will take it.
I plan to sell the car in the next six months. I would like Passat station wagon B5 2008-09. with 1.8 TSI on the handle. Unfortunately, we don't have many of those. Considering the Opel Insignia as an analogue, it is also, of course, a station wagon.
