II ’98: debut of the model at the Geneva show; IX ’98: presentation of the sedan version, Combi version in autumn, introduction to sale; ’99: engine 1.6 with automatic transmission.
► Technical data
Chassis: htb.: 3-5-Door., dim. 4178/1702/1481 mm, great. trunk 350/12051; sd: 4-Door., length. 4369 mm, baggage. 490 l; combi 5 Door., length. 4465 mm, great. baggage. 520/1580 l.
Motors: Benz., 4-cyl., 16-Valve: 1.4/75 KM, 125 Nm; 1.6/100 KM, 143 Nm; 1.8/115 KM, 158 Nm; 2.0/130 KM, 174 Nm; diesel: 1.8 turbo, direct injection / 90 hp, 200 Nm.
Chassis: front drive; independent suspension, front of the McPherson strut, rear multi-link axle.
► Faults
• Early production models had problems with airing the interior
• in some cars the oil filler plugs were replaced
• rear silencer noises
Parts prices in PLN
headlight 553
front fender 490
complete clutch 1645
brake pads (front) 153
windshield of the front door 379
timing drive 485
Ford Focus 1.4, 1999 r.
► Summary
Spacious interior, Zetec dynamic motors, and above all, the excellent suspension determines the high comfort of traveling with the Focus. Driver comfort is facilitated by the adjustment of the steering wheel in two planes. A wide range of modern power units to choose from. Excellent suspension Spacious interior
