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Ford Focus vs. Ford Focus Feature Comparison

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Features Comparison: Ford Focus vs. Ford Focus

  

Model Year 2008 2008 2008 2008--2010-2010- 2008--2010-2010- 2008--2010-2010-
Model Focus Focus Focus Focus Focus Focus
Trim S SE SES S SE SES
Engines  
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
140 hp@6000
136 lb-ft@4250		 2.0L I4<br>DOHC-4v<br>140 hp@6000 <br>136 lb-ft@4250 is a standard feature. 2.0L I4<br>DOHC-4v<br>140 hp@6000 <br>136 lb-ft@4250 is a standard feature. 2.0L I4<br>DOHC-4v<br>140 hp@6000 <br>136 lb-ft@4250 is a standard feature. 2.0L I4<br>DOHC-4v<br>140 hp@6000 <br>136 lb-ft@4250 is a standard feature. 2.0L I4<br>DOHC-4v<br>140 hp@6000 <br>136 lb-ft@4250 is a standard feature. 2.0L I4<br>DOHC-4v<br>140 hp@6000 <br>136 lb-ft@4250 is a standard feature.
Transmissions  
5-speed manual 5-speed manual is a standard feature. 5-speed manual is a standard feature. 5-speed manual is a standard feature. 5-speed manual is a standard feature. 5-speed manual is a standard feature. 5-speed manual is a standard feature.
4-speed automatic 4-speed automatic is an optional feature. 4-speed automatic is an optional feature. 4-speed automatic is an optional feature. 4-speed automatic is an optional feature. 4-speed automatic is an optional feature. 4-speed automatic is an optional feature.
Drivetrains  
FWD FWD is a standard feature. FWD is a standard feature. FWD is a standard feature. FWD is a standard feature. FWD is a standard feature. FWD is a standard feature.
Tires  
195/60R15 tires 195/60R15 tires is a standard feature. 195/60R15 tires is a standard feature. 195/60R15 tires is a standard feature. 195/60R15 tires is a standard feature. 195/60R15 tires is a standard feature. 195/60R15 tires is a standard feature.
205/50HR16 tires   205/50HR16 tires is an optional feature. 205/50HR16 tires is a standard feature.   205/50HR16 tires is an optional feature. 205/50HR16 tires is a standard feature.
Audio Systems  
Unbranded, 4 speakers Unbranded, 4 speakers is a standard feature. Unbranded, 4 speakers is a standard feature. Unbranded, 4 speakers is a standard feature. Unbranded, 4 speakers is a standard feature. Unbranded, 4 speakers is a standard feature. Unbranded, 4 speakers is a standard feature.
Unbranded, 5 speakers (with subwoofer)   Unbranded, 5 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature. Unbranded, 5 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature.   Unbranded, 5 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature. Unbranded, 5 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature.
Accessories  
Cruise control   Cruise control is an optional feature. Cruise control is a standard feature.   Cruise control is an optional feature. Cruise control is a standard feature.
Power front side windowsOften must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available.     Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature.   Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature.
Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available.
Power locks   Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature.   Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature.
Power rear side windows   Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature.   Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature.
Remote keyless entryUnlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob.     Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature.   Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature.
Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob.
Remote startStart the car using a button on the keyfob. Interior can be a comfortable temperature as soon as you get in.     Remote start is an optional feature. Remote start is an optional feature.   Remote start is an optional feature. Remote start is an optional feature.
Start the car using a button on the keyfob. Interior can be a comfortable temperature as soon as you get in.
Tilt steering wheel, manual Tilt steering wheel, manual is a standard feature. Tilt steering wheel, manual is a standard feature. Tilt steering wheel, manual is a standard feature. Tilt steering wheel, manual is a standard feature. Tilt steering wheel, manual is a standard feature. Tilt steering wheel, manual is a standard feature.
Universal garage door openerHomelink.   Universal garage door opener is an optional feature. Universal garage door opener is an optional feature. Universal garage door opener is an optional feature. Universal garage door opener is an optional feature. Universal garage door opener is an optional feature. Universal garage door opener is an optional feature.
Homelink.
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety  
AlarmOnly listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.     Alarm is an optional feature. Alarm is an optional feature.   Alarm is an optional feature. Alarm is an optional feature.
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.
Antilock brakes (ABS)Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time.   Antilock brakes (ABS) is an optional feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is an optional feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is an optional feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is an optional feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is an optional feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is an optional feature.
Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time.
Front airbagsMandatory, in all cars.   Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature.
Mandatory, in all cars.
Side curtain airbagsAirbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row.   Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature.
Airbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row.
Temporary spare tire Temporary spare tire is a standard feature. Temporary spare tire is a standard feature. Temporary spare tire is a standard feature. Temporary spare tire is a standard feature. Temporary spare tire is a standard feature. Temporary spare tire is a standard feature.
Tire-pressure monitorTwo types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire.   Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature.
Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire.
Traction controlWhen a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction.   Traction control is an optional feature. Traction control is an optional feature. Traction control is an optional feature. Traction control is an optional feature. Traction control is an optional feature. Traction control is an optional feature.
When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction.
Cargo Management  
Cargo mat Cargo mat is an optional feature. Cargo mat is an optional feature. Cargo mat is an optional feature. Cargo mat is an optional feature. Cargo mat is an optional feature. Cargo mat is an optional feature.
Console with shifter Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature.
Overhead sunglass holderUsually part of an overhead console.   Overhead sunglass holder is a standard feature. Overhead sunglass holder is a standard feature. Overhead sunglass holder is a standard feature. Overhead sunglass holder is a standard feature. Overhead sunglass holder is a standard feature. Overhead sunglass holder is a standard feature.
Usually part of an overhead console.
Climate Control  
Air conditioning Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature.
Intermittent wipers Intermittent wipers is a standard feature. Intermittent wipers is a standard feature. Intermittent wipers is a standard feature. Intermittent wipers is a standard feature. Intermittent wipers is a standard feature. Intermittent wipers is a standard feature.
Rear defrost Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature.
Exterior  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust.   Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is an optional feature. Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is an optional feature. Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is a standard feature. Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is an optional feature. Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is an optional feature. Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is a standard feature.
Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust.
Rear spoilerCan be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler.       Rear spoiler is a standard feature.     Rear spoiler is a standard feature.
Can be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler.
Sunroof   Sunroof is an optional feature. Sunroof is an optional feature.   Sunroof is an optional feature. Sunroof is an optional feature.
Infotainment  
Audio controls on steering wheel   Audio controls on steering wheel is an optional feature. Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature.   Audio controls on steering wheel is an optional feature. Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature.
Aux inputJack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car.   Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature.
Jack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car.
Bluetooth cell phone linkEnables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers.     Bluetooth cell phone link is an optional feature. Bluetooth cell phone link is a standard feature.   Bluetooth cell phone link is an optional feature. Bluetooth cell phone link is a standard feature.
Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers.
CD changer, in-dashIncludes CD player.     CD changer, in-dash is an optional feature. CD changer, in-dash is an optional feature.   CD changer, in-dash is an optional feature. CD changer, in-dash is an optional feature.
Includes CD player.
CD player CD player is a standard feature.     CD player is a standard feature.    
MP3-compatible playerAudio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files.   MP3-compatible player is a standard feature. MP3-compatible player is a standard feature. MP3-compatible player is a standard feature. MP3-compatible player is a standard feature. MP3-compatible player is a standard feature. MP3-compatible player is a standard feature.
Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files.
Satellite radioXM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply.   Satellite radio is an optional feature. Satellite radio is an optional feature. Satellite radio is an optional feature. Satellite radio is an optional feature. Satellite radio is an optional feature. Satellite radio is an optional feature.
XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply.
SMS text-to-speech readerConverts text messages to speech.     SMS text-to-speech reader is an optional feature. SMS text-to-speech reader is a standard feature.   SMS text-to-speech reader is an optional feature. SMS text-to-speech reader is a standard feature.
Converts text messages to speech.
SYNC   SYNC is an optional feature. SYNC is a standard feature.   SYNC is an optional feature. SYNC is a standard feature.
USB portOften permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls.     USB port is an optional feature. USB port is a standard feature.   USB port is an optional feature. USB port is a standard feature.
Often permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls.
Voice control for audio systemSometimes also includes voice control over climate control system.     Voice control for audio system is an optional feature. Voice control for audio system is a standard feature.   Voice control for audio system is an optional feature. Voice control for audio system is a standard feature.
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system.
Voice control for external devicesPhone or other device operated via the vehicle's voice command system. Requires a compatible device--all aren't supported.     Voice control for external devices is an optional feature. Voice control for external devices is a standard feature.   Voice control for external devices is an optional feature. Voice control for external devices is a standard feature.
Phone or other device operated via the vehicle's voice command system. Requires a compatible device--all aren't supported.
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors  
Auto-dimming rearview mirrorInterior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.   Auto-dimming rearview mirror is an optional feature. Auto-dimming rearview mirror is an optional feature. Auto-dimming rearview mirror is a standard feature. Auto-dimming rearview mirror is an optional feature. Auto-dimming rearview mirror is an optional feature. Auto-dimming rearview mirror is a standard feature.
Interior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.
CompassWe haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it.   Compass is an optional feature. Compass is an optional feature. Compass is an optional feature. Compass is an optional feature. Compass is an optional feature. Compass is an optional feature.
We haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it.
Fog lightsLight wide area close in front of the vehicle.   Fog lights is an optional feature. Fog lights is an optional feature. Fog lights is a standard feature. Fog lights is an optional feature. Fog lights is an optional feature. Fog lights is a standard feature.
Light wide area close in front of the vehicle.
Heated mirrorsClears ice and fog from mirrors.     Heated mirrors is an optional feature. Heated mirrors is a standard feature.   Heated mirrors is an optional feature. Heated mirrors is a standard feature.
Clears ice and fog from mirrors.
Interior ambient lightingLEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior.     Interior ambient lighting is an optional feature. Interior ambient lighting is an optional feature.   Interior ambient lighting is an optional feature. Interior ambient lighting is an optional feature.
LEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior.
Map lightsFront row reading lights.     Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature.   Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature.
Front row reading lights.
Power mirrorsIncludes value of manual remote mirrors.     Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature.   Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature.
Includes value of manual remote mirrors.
TachometerReports engine speed.   Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature.
Reports engine speed.
Visor mirror, driver Visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Visor mirror, driver is a standard feature.
Visor mirror, passenger Visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature.
Seats and Interior Trim  
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature.
All-weather floor matsAll-weather floormats.   All-weather floor mats is an optional feature. All-weather floor mats is an optional feature. All-weather floor mats is an optional feature. All-weather floor mats is an optional feature. All-weather floor mats is an optional feature. All-weather floor mats is an optional feature.
All-weather floormats.
Center armrest(s), front row Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature.
Floor mats Floor mats is an optional feature. Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is an optional feature. Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is a standard feature.
Folding second row seatsSeat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.   Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature.
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.
Heated front seats   Heated front seats is an optional feature. Heated front seats is an optional feature.   Heated front seats is an optional feature. Heated front seats is an optional feature.
Leather seating surfacesSeating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette.     Leather seating surfaces is an optional feature. Leather seating surfaces is an optional feature.   Leather seating surfaces is an optional feature. Leather seating surfaces is an optional feature.
Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette.
Leather-wrapped steering wheel   Leather-wrapped steering wheel is an optional feature. Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature.   Leather-wrapped steering wheel is an optional feature. Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature.
Manual height adjuster, driver seat   Manual height adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature. Manual height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.   Manual height adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature. Manual height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires  
Alloy wheels   Alloy wheels is a standard feature. Alloy wheels is a standard feature.   Alloy wheels is a standard feature. Alloy wheels is a standard feature.
Touring suspension (upgrade)Less firm than a sport suspension. Only listed if an option or not standard on all trims.     Touring suspension (upgrade) is an optional feature. Touring suspension (upgrade) is a standard feature.   Touring suspension (upgrade) is an optional feature. Touring suspension (upgrade) is a standard feature.
Less firm than a sport suspension. Only listed if an option or not standard on all trims.

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Option Package Contents

Power Seat Package

Features
Touring suspension (upgrade)
Heated mirrors
Manual height adjuster, driver seat
Fog lights
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)

Power Seat Package

Features
Touring suspension (upgrade)
Heated mirrors
Manual height adjuster, driver seat
Fog lights
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Available Features of the 2008 Ford Focus

2008 Ford Focus Available Features: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 I like how it comes with Sirius Satellite radio built in. I like how the center console is pretty much all buttons, I despise knobs and there are only 4 knobs and two of them have a button built into the middle of it so that makes me happier. see full Ford Focus review
2009 2dr Coupe 143-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 You can get a lot of options usually only found on more upscale cars. Leather heated seats, Ford Sync with steering wheel mounted controls, great sound system. see full Ford Focus review
2009 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 The features we got with the SE sedan gives us everything we need to travel comfortably and safely. see full Ford Focus review
2008 2dr Coupe 140-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 Once again, this car had SYNC, nothing else I drove did. Power windows / locks / mirrors / keyless were also nice, but you will find this in any competing car. see full Ford Focus review
2008 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 It has more available features than other cars in its class. I especially like the steering wheel controls and Sync. It also has all the necessary safety features I desire - more than some other comparable vehicles. see full Ford Focus review
2008 Ford Focus Available Features: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 It is the lack of standard features i have a problem with. Abs is an option? There is no EBD? There are no visor extenders? There is no lit glovebox? There is no standard cruise control? Come on now. At this price they should come standard. see full Ford Focus review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Available Features of the 2008--2010-2010- Ford Focus

2008--2010-2010- Ford Focus Available Features: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 I like how it comes with Sirius Satellite radio built in. I like how the center console is pretty much all buttons, I despise knobs and there are only 4 knobs and two of them have a button built into the middle of it so that makes me happier. see full Ford Focus review
2009 2dr Coupe 143-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 You can get a lot of options usually only found on more upscale cars. Leather heated seats, Ford Sync with steering wheel mounted controls, great sound system. see full Ford Focus review
2009 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 The features we got with the SE sedan gives us everything we need to travel comfortably and safely. see full Ford Focus review
2008 2dr Coupe 140-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 Once again, this car had SYNC, nothing else I drove did. Power windows / locks / mirrors / keyless were also nice, but you will find this in any competing car. see full Ford Focus review
2008 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 It has more available features than other cars in its class. I especially like the steering wheel controls and Sync. It also has all the necessary safety features I desire - more than some other comparable vehicles. see full Ford Focus review
2008--2010-2010- Ford Focus Available Features: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 It is the lack of standard features i have a problem with. Abs is an option? There is no EBD? There are no visor extenders? There is no lit glovebox? There is no standard cruise control? Come on now. At this price they should come standard. see full Ford Focus review