Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
25 -27 City / 31 -35 HWY
Horsepower
110 -130
Seats
5
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Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Marilyn B
It is economical to use which is very important to me as I am on a fixed income.
My car is small which makes it easy to maneuver. My only complaint is the air conditioning does not work. The compressor is out and it is too expensive to repair.
accountCircle Debra N
That it is safe and reliable, i can get where i need to go
I love the ac, love the seats. I love the color of it
accountCircle Anthology D
It was very cheap and has nothing wrong with it. It is a great car.
I like that it can get me from a to b and loved the price I got it for. The thing that I dislike is that it is really old.
accountCircle Jeremiah D
An interesting detail in my car has to be the sound control in the car.
My car is extremely efficient. Performance wise I haven't encountered any problems at all. The engine is in good shape and my battery has lasted longer than most cars. It runs very smoothly and overall it's a great car. The interior is nice and clean, the air conditioning and heating works well. I have heated seating for cold winters and the car includes Bluetooth radio. So I definitely recommend this car for both new drivers and new car searchers.
accountCircle kimber b
It is a very nice car that is good on fuel. The car is easy in and out of traffic
A very good car, small enough to get around town. I really enjoy that the car is good on fuel. It fits our family well
accountCircle Lorena P
It's not the newest car or fanciest but it's worked for years.
This is my first car. My dad gave it to me for graduation. I learned how to drive using this car, so it has quite some sentimental value to me. It's not a new car but it gets me front point A to point B.
accountCircle Deborah K
Ford focus is a reliable brand.
Manual transmission, so good control in all types of weather, great gas mileage, reliable, long-lasting,.
accountCircle Karen R
She looks great. She still has plenty of life left in her. She has treated me very well over the years.
My car is great! It is older-18 years old now-but still runs well and has a lot of power. None of the fancy computer stuff just yet.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Betty J
I do not like my car. Way to small I feel cramped, radio sucks,
To small, not enough leg room, radio is static, gear shift sticks. Tranny slipping brakes are bad. I replace fuel tank. Auto lock seat belts chock me! Back seats uncomfortable. Gas pedal is touchy, not enough cargo room. Needs touch screen control is. Heated seats.
accountCircle Kayla W
A to B FORD FOCUS 18 YEARS OLD
My car is 18 years old, since I bought it at 16,I have driven it over 100 miles, however, my car has had several electrical issues, and I have had to put over 6k into repairs, it isn't the most reliable car, even when I first bought it with 70k miles, it broke down often, I actually had to buy towing insurance because I had it towed so often. The pain is now peeling off of my car, the sunroof no longer works and the seals are peeling off. I have had to replace the alternator 3 times, replace the steering wheel, timing belt twice, the sensor board, and all four windows 2 times. There is a lot of head space in the car, the seats are leather which makes it easy to clean. I am 4'11 and the car allows me to pump up the seat so it's easy to see over the dash. The arm rest breaks easily. This car is crazy good on gas though. I used to be able to drive it really far on one tank of gas. The AC in the car has had problems for the last 6 years, no matter how many times we get it fixed. I'm pretty sure the transmission is failing at this point because it slams when I drive and shifts gears on its own.
accountCircle William C
It is great for a 16 year old.
Car is 10 years old with 200, 000 miles on it, and it feels like it. Gas mileage is still good, but comfort, power, and noise have suffered.
accountCircle Mikie M
It's a piece of garbage really
It's made of weak parts and it breaks down often I wish American made was a real thing it does have amazing guess mileage and a comfort ride but the money we have to spend in order to keep it up is not worth it we will not recommend this car to anyone it's not a good vehicle
accountCircle Vanessa S
Its small and fits great when driving to downtown areas.
My car is great because it's small and can fit it in small spaces. It's easy to maneuver and drive. Even though it's small it's great on gas mileage. Regular maintenance helps keep it in good condition. If the tires are rotated every oil change, they can be kept from warping. The 2 door hatchback can be a hassle for passengers. The trunk is small but the back seats can be put down for extra storage.
accountCircle Jennifer M
That every time the car gets fixed it still breaks down
The car needs an upgrade on the style and it also has a lot of problems that need to be fixed
accountCircle oscar v
The car is resilient and has gone through a lot, and it should have a lot to go further.
The vehicle is nothing flashy. It runs on a hot motor, therefore it is a lot of shakes since you turn the ignition. It does not accelerate very fast. It is the car to get from point a to the point b.
accountCircle Krystal B
Drives good look good ac works good and heat works good.
I like but I need something bigger because I am pregnant with my 3 kid it's got good ac and heat and good gas mileage on it too I just need more room.

Ford Focus Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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ZX3
130 HP 30-31 MPG 5 Seats
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ZX3 Kona Mtn Bike Edition
130 HP 28-29 MPG 5 Seats
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LX
110 HP 28-29 MPG 5 Seats
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SE Sony Ltd Edition
130 HP 30-31 MPG 5 Seats
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ZTS
130 HP 30-31 MPG 5 Seats
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SE
110-130 HP 29-29 MPG 5 Seats
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2000 Ford Focus Owner Reviews

3.74
104 Reviews
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5 stars 29%
4 stars 27%
3 stars 35%
2 stars 9%
1 star 1%
accountCircle Michele K on April 3, 2021
Gets good gas mileage, 24 to 28 mpg. Very reliable as long as you keep up the maintenance.
Getting 24 to 28 mpg is helpful. I keep all the maintenance up to date on it, so it is very reliable. It recently has gotten a new battery. I enjoy the four doors and hatchback, having a kiddo with me.
accountCircle doris H on April 1, 2021
It is dependable, even though it's 18 years old, it still going, like the eveready bunny.
I have NO complaints about my car, it has served me very well. No major problems, only maintenance through the years.

Ranks #15 Small Cars by Owners

The 2000 Ford Focus has an average owner rating of 3.89 out of 5 which ranks it #15 of 22 other Small Cars.

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4.5
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4.41
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3.74

Ranks #7 Small Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2000 Ford Focus has a combined MPG of 33 which ranks it #7 of 23 other Small Cars.

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46 MPG
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41 MPG
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33 MPG

Is The 2000 Ford Focus A Good Car?

The 2000 Ford Focus is a good car. It also easily on gas, too. It a small car, but fix’s me well. I recommend any Ford Focus to anyone.
Thompson B.
Yes it has been a good vehicle. You can tell by the number of years I have been driving it. Even though I have been the only driver I have driven it many miles.
Amy W.
Yes, it is reliable, good on gas, and easy to drive. I have never had any problems with my 2000 Ford Focus. I have had it since I was 16 years old and never had any major problems out of it. I will... Read More
Kori C.
It has been very reliable with only cosmetic things wrong, like the AC. I never liked Ford but I have changed my mind. Now I will look for either a Chevy or a Ford.
Miranda Y.
I do believe it is a good vehicle. It is reliable and takes me where I need to go. It is low maintenance as well.
Jessica H.

How Reliable Is The 2000 Ford Focus?

It is very reliable to me. No major problems but small basic things you need to do like check oil, check coolant, brake fluid and steering wheel fluid.
Joni L.
It was reliable up until the last year or two, but now with the age of it and the number of miles I have put on it, some problems are starting to show up. It has been overheating and just recently... Read More
Ashley C.
Yes, my 2000 Ford Focus is extremely reliable. I have only ever had to do routine maintenance on the 2000 Ford Focus. I have owned the car for about 15 years now.
Amy A.
My car is very reliable and I hope I don't jinx it because I put that in writing. The only problem I have is no AC even though it was refurbished last year and the CD doesn't work at all anymore
Joanne C.
It is reliable. I have never broken down, or anything of that sort. I have had to replace one of the bands on my transmission, but this happens with older vehicles.
David W.

Is The 2000 Ford Focus A Good Value?

Think I paid about $16,000. For it, new. It was a good value for me, and I have been very happy driving it all these years. I really wish it would last forever!
Maria R.
I bought the car for $4000 and it was a good value. Not sure what they go for in the 2019, probably much cheaper but a good value for the car.
Miranda F.
My focus only cost me 4k. It was a great value. I have had it for over 2 years now, and plan to keep it through college.
Ulysses S.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does the 2000 ford focus have oil leak problems?

Answer: A bad seal in the drain plug is a common cause for oil leaking in the 2000 Ford Focus. The gasket is probably the most common cause of oil leaks. The gasket is a seal that joins the head two metal parts of the...

Where is the crankshaft position sensor located in the 2000 ford focus?

Answer: The crankshaft position sensor in a 2000 Ford Focus is located at the base of the engine block and there is a plastic cover that is over it. This has the job of monitoring where the crankshaft is in its...

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Safety & Reliability

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Moderate Overlap Front

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Driver-side Overlap Front

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