USA Cars

Full 2014 Ford Focus Review No Video Content What's New for 2014 For 2014, the Ford Focus is essentially unchanged. Introduction Introduced at the turn of the century, the first Ford Focus was a pretty good car. It was fun to drive, versatile and available in a wide range of body styles. But as the years went on, newer and more polished rivals relegated it to mid-pack status. Not so with the current-generation Focus, which debuted for 2012 and ranks among the best picks in the compact car segment. Major reasons to consider the 2014 Ford Focus sedan and hatchback include sprightly performance, an upscale interior, a refined ride and excellent fuel economy. Another key attribute is the Focus' abundance of available high-tech convenience features. One such luxury-like standout is the automated parallel parking system that can neatly slip the car into a curbside spot without the driver ever touching the steering wheel. And of course there's Ford's Sync system, one of the first voice control systems to be offered in any car. The MyFord Touch interface (which consists of configurable control screens), meanwhile, has drawn mixed reviews. Upon its debut, the system was rather finicky to use, and although Ford has improved it through software updates, it remains slow and prone to glitches. Even if technology isn't a priority for you, the fact that Ford offers a choice of hatchback and sedan body styles, as well as a wide range of trim levels, should give the Focus plenty of appeal. There are even all-electric and high-performance variants. The former, the Focus Electric, is propelled by a 107-kilowatt (143-horsepower) electric motor and can be recharged in about four hours from a 240-volt power source. Owners of the electric Focus can keep tabs on its charging state via smartphone integration. (The high-performance Focus ST is covered in a separate review.) Well rounded as it is, the 2014 Ford Focus still faces some serious competition in the economy sedan and compact hatchback class. If you're looking at mainstream models, you might also want to consider the well-made Chevrolet Cruze, stylish Kia Forte and sprightly Mazda 3. For electric vehicles, the established Leaf and efficient Honda Fit EV are natural competitors. Yet even in this solid grouping, the Ford Focus impresses. This sophisticated, highly refined and fun-to-drive small sedan and hatchback earn one of the highest compliments we can pay any car: They look and feel as if they should be priced higher. Body Styles, Trim Levels, and Options The 2014 Ford Focus is a compact car that's available in sedan and four-door hatchback body styles. There are three main trim levels available -- S, SE and Titanium -- as well as the Focus Electric. The high-performance Focus ST is reviewed separately. The S model, which is only offered as a sedan, comes with 15-inch steel wheels, keyless entry, air-conditioning, power front windows, power locks and mirrors, a height-adjustable driver seat, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel and a four-speaker sound system with a CD player and auxiliary audio jack. Move up to the SE and you get 16-inch alloy wheels, automatic headlights, cruise control, power rear windows, a trip computer, Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity, a six-speaker sound system, Ford's Sync voice-activated phone and audio player interface, and steering wheel-mounted audio controls. The hatchback is pretty similar but gets a 60/40 split-folding seatback (versus one solid folding seatback) and a removable cargo cover. A number of optional packages are available for the SE. The SE Sport package adds sport cloth seats, rear disc brakes and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. The SE Appearance package is more expansive and gets you 17-inch alloy wheels, rear disc brakes, foglamps, ambient interior lighting, a six-way power driver seat, leather upholstery, 60/40 split-folding rear seats for the sedan (with a rear center armrest) and satellite radio. Choosing that package opens up a couple Interior Trend packages that provide two-tone color schemes. The SE Winter package adds heated mirrors and heated front seats. There's also the MyFord Touch package, which includes an 8-inch touchscreen display, a 10-speaker Sony sound system, a navigation system and dual-zone automatic climate control. Optional only on the SE sedan is a Super Fuel Economy (SFE) package, which adds 16-inch steel wheels with aero wheel covers, low-rolling-resistance tires, rear disc brakes and a rear spoiler. Spring for the Titanium model and you get the contents of the SE Appearance package, the Winter package and the MyFord Touch packages (minus navigation) as standard. The Titanium also has upgraded exterior and interior trim, rear parking sensors, remote start (automatic-transmission models only) keyless ignition/entry and a rearview camera. The Titanium Handling package adds 18-inch wheels, an upgraded sport-tuned suspension, a full-size spare and summer tires. The navigation system is optional for the Titanium. A sunroof and an aero styling body kit are optional for the SE and Titanium. The Titanium can be had with an automated parallel-parking system. The Focus Electric (BEV) is equipped similarly to the Titanium, although leather upholstery and the power driver seat are optional. The Electric gets exclusive xenon headlamps and LED taillamps as standard. Powertrains and Performance The front-wheel-drive 2014 Ford Focus has a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that puts out 160 hp and 146 pound-feet of torque. The S and SE models get a five-speed manual transmission standard, while a six-speed automatic (technically, it's a dual-clutch automated manual) that Ford calls "Powershift" is optional. The automatic comes standard on the Titanium, though the manual transmission is still available as a no-cost option. In Edmunds performance testing, a Focus Titanium with the automatic went from zero to 60 mph in 8.7 seconds -- a bit quicker than average for this segment. With the manual, that drops to 8.3 seconds. Official EPA estimates for fuel economy stand at 27 mpg city/38 mpg highway and 31 mpg combined with the automatic transmission. These drop to 26/36/30 with the manual. The Super Fuel Economy package raises those estimates to 28/40/33, which we confirmed to be accurate in extensive Edmunds fuel economy testing. The Focus Electric has a 107-kilowatt (143 hp) electric drive motor that draws power from a 23kWh lithium-ion battery pack. Power is sent to the front wheels through a single-speed direct-drive transmission. In Edmunds performance testing, the Electric went from zero to 60 mph in 9.6 seconds, which is about the same as the Leaf but slower than the Fit EV. The EPA gives the Focus Electric an energy efficiency equivalent rating (MPGe) of 110 mpg city/99 mpg highway and 105 mpg combined. The EPA also estimates the Focus Electric has an effective range of about 76 miles between charging. But as with all electric cars, actual range will be highly dependent on driving style and environment. The EPA also gives the Ford Focus Electric an energy consumption estimate of 32 kWh used per 100 miles (the lower the kWh number here, the better), a slightly higher usage rate than the Leaf and Fit EV. With a 240-volt home charger, Ford says the Focus Electric can be recharged in 4 hours -- about the same as a Leaf but a bit longer than for a Fit EV. Safety Standard safety features include antilock brakes (rear drums on S and SE; rear discs on others), stability control, front side airbags and side curtain airbags. The Ford Sync system, which is available on all Focus models, also includes an emergency crash notification feature that automatically dials 911 when paired with a compatible cell phone. Ford's MyKey system, which can be used to set certain parameters for teen drivers, is standard on every Focus except the S sedan. A rearview camera comes standard on the Focus Titanium. In Edmunds brake testing, a Focus Titanium with the Handling package and summer tires came to a stop from 60 mph in 110 feet, an impressive performance. A Focus with the SFE package stopped in 117 feet, which is also impressive considering its low-rolling-resistance tires. A regular Focus SE with rear disc brakes and standard all-season tires stopped in a below-average 130 feet. The Electric took 126 feet. In government crash testing, the Focus received four out of five stars for overall crash protection, with four stars for overall frontal impact protection and five stars for overall side impact protection. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety awarded the Focus its highest possible rating of "Good" in the frontal-offset, side and roof strength tests. Interior Design and Special Features While the handsome exteriors of this sedan and hatchback might hook you initially, it's the upscale cabin that will reel you into the Focus fold. The interior is attractive and quiet, and the materials are among the best in this class. However, the layout of audio controls is a little complicated, even on the lower trim levels. It doesn't get much better with the optional MyFord Touch system, either. The large touchscreen (combined with the truly useful Sync voice command system) looks classy and provides some neat customization possibilities. But in real-world operation, we've found that the virtual buttons are difficult to identify at a glance, and too often get pressed accidentally or fail to respond properly. Make sure to try this out on a test-drive and plan on taking some time to learn the menus if you buy a 2014 Focus. The front seats are supportive and comfortable over long distances. The rear seats offer adequate headroom, but come up a little short on legroom compared to the accommodations in the Honda Civic and Volkswagen Jetta. The sedan's 13.2-cubic-foot trunk is on par for this class, but the hatchback model is still the better choice for the practical-minded. The latter provides 23.8 cubic feet of space with the 60/40-split rear seats up and 44.8 cubic feet with them folded down. The Focus Electric hatchback, because of its rear-mounted battery pack, drops to 14.5 cubic feet behind the rear seats and 33.9 cubic feet total. Driving Impressions The 2014 Ford Focus feels like a European car in the way it's been tuned to provide both sharp handling and a refined ride. This is one of the more entertaining economy cars to drive around turns, particularly if you've got the Titanium model with the optional Handling package. Yet the Focus is also smooth riding and quiet on the highway. The 2.0-liter engine isn't quite as much of a standout, but it offers above average performance and fuel economy. The five-speed manual transmission works well enough and gives the car a sportier feel, though we wish it had a 6th gear to lower engine speed while cruising at higher speeds. The automatic has that extra gear, though buyers should note that it's technically a dual-clutch automated manual and thus behaves a little differently from a traditional automatic. It occasionally allows the car to roll back slightly on hills and can be reluctant to let the car creep forward when parking. But most drivers will acclimate to its quirks and appreciate the fuel economy and acceleration benefits that come with it. You won't find any such issues with the 2014 Ford Focus Electric. Its electric motor and direct-drive transmission result in silky smooth power delivery. Acceleration is impressive at low speeds, but tapers off considerably as speeds rise. Ford put in extra effort at making the Focus Electric quiet, and indeed this is one of the quietest small cars you'll find. Handling is noticeably dulled compared to a non-electric Focus, but compared to other EVs, the Focus Electric makes a good showing.   *ABOVE MODEL REVIEW TAKEN FROM EDMUNDS.COM Exterior Measurements WIDTH5 ft. 11.8 in. (71.8 in.) HEIGHT4 ft. 9.7 in. (57.7 in.) LENGTH14 ft. 10.5 in. (178.5 in.) FRONT TRACK5 ft. 1.2 in. (61.2 in.) REAR TRACK5 ft. 0.4 in. (60.4 in.) WHEEL BASE8 ft. 8.3 in. (104.3 in.) Interior Measurements FRONT HEAD ROOM 38.3 in. FRONT HIP ROOM 53.9 in. FRONT LEG ROOM 43.7 in. FRONT SHOULDER ROOM 55.6 in. REAR HIP ROOM 52.7 in. REAR HEAD ROOM 38.0 in. REAR LEG ROOM 33.2 in. REAR SHOULDER ROOM 53.7 in. Fuel FUEL TYPE Flex-fuel (FFV) FUEL TYPE Flex-fuel (unleaded/E85) FUEL TANK CAPACITY 12.4 gal. RANGE IN MILES (CTY/HWY) 322.4/446.4 mi. EPA MILEAGE EST. (CTY/HWY) 26/36 mpg Weights and Capacities EPA INTERIOR VOLUME 103.1 cu.ft. CURB WEIGHT 2907 lbs. CARGO CAPACITY, ALL SEATS IN PLACE 13.2 cu.ft. DriveTrain DRIVE TYPE Front wheel drive TRANSMISSION 5-speed manual Engine & Performance BASE ENGINE SIZE 2.0 L CAM TYPE Double overhead cam (DOHC) CYLINDERS Inline 4 VALVES 16 VALVE TIMING Variable TORQUE 146 ft-lbs. @ 4450 rpm HORSEPOWER 160 hp @ 6500 rpm TURNING CIRCLE 36.0 ft. Suspension MacPherson strut front suspension Multi-link rear suspension Four-wheel independent suspension Front and rear stabilizer bar Interior Features Front Seats Height adjustable driver seat Cloth Bucket front seats Rear Seats Folding rear seatback Rear ventilation ducts Power Features Remote keyless power door locks Power mirrors 1 one-touch power windows Instrumentation Clock Tachometer Trip computer External temperature display Low fuel level warning Compass Convenience Cruise control Front console with storage Front cupholders Front door pockets Remote trunk release Retained accessory power Front seatback storage Electric power steering 12V rear power outlet(s) Tilt and telescopic steering wheel Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel Destination guidance (also Turn-by-Turn Navigation)* Destination Download* Comfort Interior air filtration Air conditioning Trunk light Dual illuminating vanity mirrors In Car Entertainment Mast antenna 6 total speakers AM/FM stereo Speed sensitive volume control Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control USB connection Telematics Pre-wired for phone Bluetooth wireless data link for hands-free phone * SYNC is offered through a subscription based service or requires a compatible mobile device. Exterior Features Roof and Glass Intermittent wipers Rear defogger Tires and Wheels Painted alloy wheels 16 x 7.0 in. wheels Steel spare wheel P215/55R16 tires All season tires Inside mounted spare tire Temporary spare tire Safety Features 4-wheel ABS Front and rear head airbags Dual front side-mounted airbags Child seat anchors Emergency braking assist Ventilated front disc / rear drum brakes Rear door child safety locks Engine immobilizer Auto delay off headlamps Dusk sensing headlamps 2 front headrests 3 rear headrests Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation Rear center 3-point belt Front seatbelt pretensioners Stability control Traction control Electronic brakeforce distribution Emergency interior trunk release Rear height adjustable headrests Tire pressure monitoring Airbag Deployment Notification* Reverse Sensing System Keyless-Entry Keypad   * Above  features list was taken from Edmunds.com, this particular vehicle might have more or less features !   CHECK OUR PROMOTIONAL DELIVERY RATES : $199 door to door delivery in: FLORIDA.   $399 door to door delivery in:  AL, GA, SC.   $599 door to door delivery in: LA, TX, MS, NC, TN, OK, VA.     $ 699 door to door delivery in: WV, KY, PA, MD, DE, NJ, NY, CT, AR, MO, IL, OH, WI, MI, MA. $899 door to door   delivery in: NH, VT, ME, MN, IA, KS.   $1199 door to door delivery in: CA, NM, AZ ,CO, UT, NV. $ 1299 door to door delivery in: WA, OR, ID ,WY, MT, ND, SD, NE.   OTHER STATES PLEASE E-MAIL FOR QUOTE. Payment Information: The successful high bidder shall remit a $500.00 deposit within 24hours of the close of the auction to secure the vehicle. Deposit can be accepted in the form of money order, certified check,  or bank transfer within 24 hours of the auction closing. All financial transactions should be completed within 7  days of auction end.  Bidder will email or fax us name, address, phone/fax. Buyer is responsible for all shipping costs. The seller reserves the right to cancel this auction at any time for any reason. The following terms of sale apply to all of our online auctions. Payment methods:  certified bank check, bank transfer, money order, third party financing. All funds must be in US dollars only. Please be sure to have full payment and/or approved financing in place before making your final bid. Call us for more information By placing a bid/offer or by clicking the " BUY IT KNOW" button on EBay  for this vehicle you are entering into a legal and binding contract to purchase the above-described vehicle. We reserve the right to cancel all existing bids and end the auction early should the item no longer be available for sale. The mileage on this vehicle can be slightly higher due to test drives. Non-refundable  deposit of $500.00 must be paid within 24 hours of the close of the auction. The remaining balance must be paid within 7 days. If the vehicle is not paid in 7 days  the seller reserves the right to cancel the transaction and to retain the buyer's deposit. Processing fee is $395 regardless of the state of residence. It is mandatory and non-negotiable. Processing fee covers administrative expenses of the auction: company administrative fee, web design and auction designing, auction fees, detailing and final tune-up. Processing fee is not a part of final bid amount. We don't  make exceptions for dealers. If you live in another state and you want to pick up your truck and drive it home, you are more then welcome to do so. We can arrange airport pickup. It's a courtesy and provided at no additional cost to you. Call us if you have any questions.

WARRANTY INFORMATION Buyer acknowledges and agrees that the Vehicle is being sold "AS IS" and "WITH ALL FAULTS" by Seller. Seller is not making any warranties, express or implied and SELLER EXPRESSLY EXCLUDES ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OF ANY NATURE. Seller expressly does not warrant the correctness of the odometer reading, year of manufacture, make, model, class or style, prior use or condition of the Vehicle. The vehicle above being sold with not actual miles. Not actual miles reflected on the vehicle title.  Buyer acknowledges that prior to the sale, Seller has provided to Buyer the opportunity to inspect the Vehicle or have it inspected by a mechanic of Buyer's choosing at Buyer's expense. By accepting delivery of the Vehicle Buyer agrees that the condition of the Vehicle is satisfactory and acceptable. Buyer agrees that any and all advertisements relating to the Vehicle are not warranties made by Seller and that they should not be relied upon by Buyer in making this purchase. Seller disclaims all liability for any mistakes, inaccurate descriptions or other misstatements in its advertisements and Buyer agrees that Buyer's opportunity to inspect the Vehicle allows Buyer to verify the accuracy of any advertisements before purchase. Vehicle history reports provided by third parties, such as carfax.com and/or autocheck.com may not be current and/or accurate and Buyer relies on such reports at his or her own risk. Buyer understands and agrees that Seller's managers, employees, agents and/or representatives are NOT authorized to make verbal promises or representations relating in any way the Vehicle. Buyer agrees that unless such promises or representations have been reduced to writing as part of this Order, that Buyer is not relying on such promises or representations in purchasing the Vehicle and Buyer waives the right to seek to enforce such promises or representations. Buyer acknowledges that the Vehicle being purchased was acquired by Seller through trade, a public or private sale or at an auction under circumstances in which the prior owner's registration and/or use of the Vehicle may not have been disclosed to Seller. Even if not designated on this Order, Buyer acknowledges that the Vehicle being purchased may have been titled, registered or used as a (a) short term lease vehicle, (b) taxicab; or (c) police vehicle. In addition, the Vehicle may be (a) rebuilt, assembled from parts, or combined; (b) a kit car, glider kit, replica vehicle; (c) total loss vehicle, previously damaged, (d) a flood vehicle , (e) a not actual mileage vehicle and/or (f) a non-conforming vehicle as that term is defined under Chapter 681 of the Florida Statutes. It is Buyer's sole obligation to independently verify the Vehicle's prior use or designation prior to purchase, if these items are material to Buyer. It is the responsibility of the buyer to have thoroughly inspected the vehicle as well as to research title and accidents history and to have satisfied himself or herself as to the condition and value and to make a purchase decision based upon that judgment solely. Seller assumes no responsibility for any previous damage or accidents the vehicle might had in the past. Buyer does not rely on any statements from Seller relating to the history of the vehicle. Buyer expressly acknowledges that the Vehicle being purchased under this Order has been involved in an prior accident, has salvage history and sustained damage as a result of such accident and that repairs have been done to it.  Seller makes no representations as to the nature and extent of such accident damage and/or the nature and sufficiency of the repairs.  The damage to the Vehicle may include damage that resulted in the Vehicle being deemed a total loss by an insurance company.  The Vehicle's status as a total loss vehicle may or may not be reflected on the Vehicle's certificate of title and/or in the Vehicle's title history. Seller makes no warranties, representation or assurances that the motor vehicle contains only original manufacturer installed or manufacturer rebuilt components, parts or accessories. Buyer agrees that the Vehicle has been delivered to Buyer and Buyer accepts delivery of the Vehicle in Florida, at Seller's principle place of business. If Buyer is shipping the Vehicle out of state, then the person accepting delivery of the Vehicle for Buyer shall be deemed Buyer's agent for accepting delivery of the Vehicle in Florida. This Order and the entire transaction between the parties shall be governed by Florida law. Arbitration .- The parties to this Order hereby agree that any and all Claims (defined below) shall be decided through binding arbitration as provided for herein. For purposes of this arbitration provision: Us/Our means: Diamond Enterprise Financial Inc d/b/a USA Cars, its parents,subsidiaries, affiliates, predecessors and successors in interest, and agents, and all of their officers, directors and employees. In addition, Us/Our also means any third party alleged to be Our agent or to be acting on Our behalf. You/Your means the customer signing this agreement and acquiring a vehicle as part of this transaction. Transaction means your purchase and financing of the vehicle. Claim means any claim, dispute or controversy between you and us arising from or related to: 1) the Transaction; 2) any negotiations and/or representations relating in any way to the Transaction, including, but not limited to any issues relating to the advertising of the vehicle; 3) the vehicle acquired as part of the Transaction; 4) Our efforts to collect any amounts due under the contract or as part of the Transaction; 5) Our recovery or attempted recovery of the vehicle; and 6) the validity, enforceability or scope of this Order and this arbitration provision. For purposes of this arbitration provision Claim has the broadest possible meaning. It includes claims of every kind and nature regardless of who initiates it. This arbitration provision requires that all Claims be arbitrated before an arbitrator instead of litigated in court with a Judge and/or a jury. The Claim shall be arbitrated on an individual basis and not as a class action. This provision applies to all Claims, even Claims that existed before you sign it. Any Claim shall be resolved, on Your election or Ours, by arbitration under this provision. A single arbitrator shall decide the dispute. The applicable rules of the arbitration administrator in place at the time of the filing of the Claim will also apply The arbitration shall be conducted by:J.A.M.S./Endispute, 700 11th Street, NW, Suite 450 Washington, DC 20001,www.jamsADR.com , (800) 352-5267Any arbitration hearing shall take place in Pinellas County, Florida. The party initiating the arbitration shall pay any filing fee required to institute such a proceeding. Thereafter, each party shall be responsible for half of the fees and expenses related to the arbitration, unless otherwise provided by the applicable rules of the administrator. The arbitrator shall have the right to award arbitration costs if applicable law allows for such an award. Each party shall pay its own attorneys', experts' and witness fees, regardless of who prevails in the arbitration, unless the law gives a party the right to recover any of those fees from the other party. The Federal Arbitration Act (aˆoeFAAaˆ?) governs this Agreement.In rendering any decision, the arbitrator shall apply applicable substantive law of the state of Florida.. In addition to all other rights and remedies available to Seller at law or in equity, Seller has the following rights and remedies under this Order: (a) Reclamation.- Seller may enter into Buyer's property and reclaim the Vehicle with or without notification to Buyer. Seller may also make a written demand on Seller to return the Vehicle and Buyer agrees to do so within 24 hours of such demand. (b) Disposition of Trade - Buyer agrees that immediately upon Buyer's execution of this Order, Seller may dispose of Buyer's Trade in any commercially reasonable manner, including the sale of the Trade to a third party, retail or wholesale. In the event that this Order is not completed for any reason or in the event that it is rescinded for any reason, Seller agrees that Buyer may retain the proceeds of the sale of the Trade to offset its damages, if any. If Seller does not have any damages relating to rescission or failure of this Order to be completed, Seller may retain any costs and reconditioning expenses relating to the sale plus a 15% commission on the sale from the sale proceeds. The remaining amount shall be delivered to Buyer in full satisfaction of any claims relating to the Trade.(c) In the event that Buyer pursues any claim for rescission of this transaction, Seller shall have the right to set off against Buyer's damages or to assert as an independent claim, a claim for the reasonable value of Buyer's use of the vehicle, including depreciation and mileage of the Vehicle. If any term of this Order is held to be unconscionable or unenforceable, for any reason, by any court of competent jurisdiction, this Order shall be construed as if such clause were never a part of this Order and the balance of the terms of this Order shall be binding on the parties. The waiver or invalidity of any provision of this Order shall not effect the binding nature of the remaining provisions. No breach of this Order by Buyer shall be deemed waived unless such waiver is agreed to by Seller in writing. The parties agree that any modification of this Order must be made in writing and signed by the parties in order to be valid. Buyer agrees that Buyer's deposit on the Vehicle is non-refundable, unless otherwise agreed to in writing by Buyer and Seller.In addition to any other breaches of this Order, the following expressly constitute acts of default under this Order: (a) The refusal of any financial institution to finance any portion of the purchase price; (b) The failure of Buyer to make any payment required under any accompanying finance agreement; (c) The failure of Buyer to provide Seller with a lien free title to any Trade or the failure of Buyer to pay Seller any amount in excess of the payoff on the Trade after demand from Seller; (d) Any misstatement or misrepresentation by Buyer, whether intentional or not, on any document submitted to Seller in connection with this transaction. (e) The refusal of any financial institution to honor any check, draft or other instrument presented by Seller in connection with the acquisition of the Vehicle.                            Call us for more information 1-888-785-0507   or email us at 1888motors@gmail.com