Focus - which engine?

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Thu 15 Aug 2002 18:59
Focus - which engine? - Miller
I am thinking of biting the bullet and spending more than I normally would on my next car, probably a Ford Focus between 2-3 years old.

Can any present owners comment on the performance of their current model? I am looking for performance over mpg so I have ruled out the 1.4 or 1.8 diesel (yes I know the new diesel is a star but only fitted recently and out of my price range). That leaves the 1.6 1.8 or 2 litre petrol. Thanks in advance for any comments.
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Thu 15 Aug 2002 20:29
Focus - which engine? - svpworld
This data might be useful...

Style Ins Grp MPG Engine Driving Wheels BHP Top Speed (mph) 0-62 (secs) Yr Intro

Zetec 1.4i 16v H3 4 42.8 4/1388 F 74 106 14.1 2000
Zetec 1.6i 16v H3 5 40.9 4/1596 F 99 115 10.9 1998
Zetec 1.8i 16v H3 6 37.2 4/1796 F 113 123 10.2 1998
Zetec ESP 2.0i 16v H3 8 33.1 4/1989 F 128 125 9.0 2000

Zetec 1.6i 16v H5 5 41.5 4/1596 F 99 115 11.0 1998
Zetec 1.8i 16v H5 6 27.2 4/1796 F 113 123 10.3 1998
Zetec ESP 2.0i 16v H5 8 33.1 4/1989 F 128 125 9.3 2000

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Fri 16 Aug 2002 16:59
Focus - which engine? - Miller
Thanks, looks like the 1.8 should fit the bill, I'm suprised it is only group 6 ins, the same as my current 1.4 ZX.
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