Ford Focus is One Smooth Operator

European design quality, pioneering technology and thoughtful functionality have combined perfectly to create the smooth driving Ford Focus range. There's no doubt this is one sleek package. Whether it's the luxuriously appointed Ghia sedan, XR5 Turbo hatch or the turbo diesel TDCi, you'll find there's a Ford Focus to suit everyone's tastes.
Drivers can take comfort knowing that under the bonnet is one smooth driving German designed engine. "This motor is exceptional, just what you'd expect from precise German engineering. That's because it was designed for autobahns as well as narrow city streets. This makes the Focus quiet and refined, but still offers a sporty, responsive drive," says Dennis Carroll.

It's true, the Focus CL, LX, Zetec and Ghia models include an incredible 2.0L Duratec 16V engine that will have you zipping all over town and country. But if that's not enough power for you, there's the adrenalin pumping XR5 Turbo with a 2.5L Duratec 20V 5 cylinder turbo engine under the bonnet. The smooth flowing power is further enhanced by the inclusion of independent rear suspension to provide a silky smooth driving experience.

Expanding your options even further, the latest range also includes the turbo diesel Focus TDCi. Considerably more fuel efficient compared to traditional petrol engines, its advanced 2.0L Duratorq turbo diesel engine is also cleaner for the environment. And you won't be disappointed with the performance. Far from it in fact. The TDCi delivers outstanding torque with more than enough power 'on tap' to easily manoeuvre city streets or confidently overtake on highways. What's more, it's impressively quiet and comes with standard features like Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), driver and front passenger airbags, side front airbags, as well as sporty 16" alloys#. With higher petrol prices now a fact of life, the Focus TDCi represents a very smart choice.

Dennis Carroll says: "There's no doubt the Ford Focus range represents an exceptional line-up of vehicles. The XR5 Turbo takes the best elements of every Focus and mixes them with true sports performance. You'll find it makes for superb handling, plenty of power and sleek styling that can't be ignored. And the time is right for the turbo diesel Focus TDCi. With its outstanding fuel efficiency and benefits for the environment, it's bound to be popular."

Ford Focus has great safety credentials, including ABS standard on every model. Other safety measures include a high-strength passenger cell providing additional occupant protection in the event of an accident, driver and front passenger airbags and energy absorbing crumple zones. Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)~ is also standard on Zetec, Ghia and XR5 Turbo for greater peace of mind.

You'll find the Focus is available in six specification levels, with the entry CL model being anything but standard. The CL includes ABS, driver and front passenger airbags, remote central locking, power steering, trip computer, air-conditioning and CD player. And all this, priced from just $19,900.

The Focus LX takes smooth driving a step further with 16" alloy wheels#, cruise control, leather wrapped steering wheel and front fog lamps.

In addition to all the features on the LX, the Focus Zetec, available as a 4 door sedan or 5 door hatch, includes 17" alloy wheels#, a body styling kit, plus sports suspension and instrumentation. While the Ghia sedan and hatch come with Sequential Sports Shift automatic transmission, dual zone climate control, leather seat trim and a 6-disc in-dash CD player.

At the top of the range is the much applauded Focus XR5 Turbo (shown)^. Its extensive features include a powerful 166kW turbo charged engine, sports suspension, Recaro sports seats, DSC~, Traction Control, 18" alloy wheels#and a Sony 6-disc premium audio system.

It's no wonder the Focus range is taking the world by storm. "Ford continues to deliver a value packed line-up offering an array of body styles, transmissions and fuel options that's proving extremely attractive to small car buyers. The German designed engine and transmission delivers exceptionally smooth and precise driving that you'd only expect from much larger, more expensive automobiles." said Dennis Carroll.

Turn a few heads. Take a Focus out for a test drive today and experience sleek European styling and smooth driving for yourself.

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retail price of Ford Focus CL. Excludes Dealer delivery of $<> and statutory charges of $< >. ^XR5 Turbo shown
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