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Ford Cars by Price Range

  • Under $15K

    Focus
    MSRP: $14,395
    MPG: Up to 24

    Ranger
    MSRP: $14,490
    MPG: Up to 15

  • $15K - $25K

    Escape
    MSRP: $19,140
    MPG: Up to 22

    F-150
    MSRP: $17,900
    MPG: Up to 13

  • $25K - $35K

    Econoline Wagon
    MSRP: $26,135
    MPG: Up to

    Edge
    MSRP: $25,735
    MPG: Up to 16

  • $35K - $45K

    Expedition
    MSRP: $36,590
    MPG: Up to 12

    Expedition EL
    MSRP: $39,240
    MPG: Up to - TBD -

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Model Highlights


Pros

With increased standard safety equipment and improved ride and refinement for 2008, the economical Ford Focus ranks as an even better value than before. The Sync system is also a standout feature, bringing hands-free phone and wireless music functions into a price class where it hasn't otherwise been offered. What's more, the styling, especially inside, lends a more contemporary, upscale feel to the Focus's interior.

Model Highlights

The Ford Focus gets a very different look for 2008; the redesign borrows cues from Ford's larger Fusion sedan, with flared wheel arches, a mix of smoothed transitions and sharp creases, and the attention-getting chrome-bar grille. Inside, the Focus has new seats with more lateral and lumbar support than before, along with a larger center console, bins, and cup holders. At the top center of the instrument panel is a new display, and the center console that allows a more open footwell area in front. Ice Blue lighting is now used for instrument and interior illumination, but a newly available ambient lighting system lets the driver choose from several colors with an in-dash switch. Mechanically, some of the previous Focus's components are carried over. Two different engines power the Focus. A 140-horsepower, 2.0L four-cylinder engine is standard. A cleaner-burning Duratec 20E version, which meets California PZEV requirements, is offered in California-emission states and optional in neighboring states. The engines can be paired with either a five-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission. With improved aerodynamics and reduced weight versus last year's model, the Focus expects to maintain its impressive fuel economy. Initial estimates had the manual tallying 24 mpg in the city and 35 mpg on the highway, while the automatic is estimated to achieve a rating of 24/33. The 2008 Focus is also expected to have a retuned suspension for a softer ride, and also a new braking system with aluminum components-discs in front and drums in back. Anti-lock brakes remain optional. Both thorax side air bags and Safety Canopy side curtain air bags are now standard on all Focus models. The curtain bags remain inflated for several seconds. The Focus is the first model to offer Sync, a feature co-developed by Ford and Microsoft that allows mobile phones and media players to interface with the car's audio display, allowing users to use the vehicle's sound system controls and displays to access music and phone functions. Sync is an option on S and SE trims and is standard on the SES trim.

Model News

All hatchback and wagon models of the Ford Focus have been dropped for 2008, but a two-door coupe joins the lineup; the remaining sedan has been fully redesigned cosmetically for 2008, with a distinctive new look inside and out. Side air bags are standard on the new Focus.

Value Writeup

More contemporary appearance; ride comfort; safety features; fuel efficiency; available Sync system.

Exterior

  • 2-speed intermittent wipers
  • Black door handles
  • Black remote mirrors
  • Body-color bumpers
  • Chrome 2-bar grille
  • Halogen headlamps
  • Solar-tinted glass

Safety

  • (2) child safety seat anchors/tethers
  • 3-point front seat belts-inc: height-adjustable D-rings, pretensioners
  • Dual front airbags w/passenger occupant detection system
  • Front seat side air bags
  • Rear 3-point safety belts for all positions
  • Side curtain airbags
  • Side impact door beams
   

Paint

InvoiceMSRP
SOLID PAINT (STD) --

DEALER INSTALLED OPTIONS

InvoiceMSRP
PRICED DORA --
CHROME-TIPPED EXHAUST (DIO) $37$65
CARGO AREA PROTECTOR (DIO) $55$70
(4) ALL-WEATHER FLOOR MATS (DIO) $57$75
LOW PROFILE HOOD DEFLECTOR (DIO) $48$80
ELECTROCHROMIC MIRROR (DIO) $259$295
FOG LAMPS (DIO) $310$355
ELECTROCHROMIC MIRROR W/COMPASS & HOMELINK (DIO) $396$455
  


Transmission

Clutch Size (in) 
Clutch Size (in)- TBD -
DrivetrainFront Wheel Drive
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) 
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)0.77
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)3.56
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)3.73
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)3.82
First Gear Ratio (:1)2.81
First Gear Ratio (:1)3.42
First Gear Ratio (:1)3.67
Fourth Gear Rato (:1)0.72
Fourth Gear Rato (:1)1.03
Reverse Ratio (:1)2.64
Reverse Ratio (:1)3.72
Second Gear Ratio (:1)1.49
Second Gear Ratio (:1)2.14
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) 
Third Gear Ratio (:1)1.00
Third Gear Ratio (:1)1.45
Trans Description Cont.Automatic w/OD
Trans Description Cont.Manual w/OD
Trans Description Cont. Again 
Trans Order Code 
Trans Order Code442
Trans Type4
Trans Type5

Weight Information

Base Curb Weight (lbs)2588
Base Curb Weight (lbs)2617

Cooling System

Total Cooling System Capacity (qts)- TBD -

Engine

Displacement2.0L/121
Engine Order Code99N
Engine TypeGas I4
Fuel SystemSMPI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM132 @ 6000
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM140 @ 6250
SAE Net Torque @ RPM133 @ 4250
SAE Net Torque @ RPM136 @ 4250

Suspension

Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm)- TBD -
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm)- TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in)0.83
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in)0.87
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in) 
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in)0.71
Suspension Type - FrontMacPherson strut
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) 
Suspension Type - RearControl blade
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) 

Electrical

Cold Cranking Amps @ 0? F (Primary)- TBD -
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)110

Vehicle

EPA ClassificationCompact

Brakes

Brake ABS System 
Brake ABS System4-wheel
Brake TypePwr
Disc - Front (Yes or )Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) 
Drum - Rear (Yes or )Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)10.9 x - TBD -
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in)- TBD -

Mileage

EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG)24
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG)33
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG)35
  

Warranty

Basic:3 Years/36,000 Miles/km Corrosion:5 Years/Unlimited Miles/km



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