2018 Ford Focus Review

Drivers in the Philadelphia areas, from Doylestown to Warminster, do love their small sedans. They also know that it can be difficult to make the right choice when it comes time to picking the small sedan for you. It's a very competitive sector, with each model year bringing new features to the table.

 As technology gets less expensive, drivers demand more than just an economical car from their small sedan. They want solid comfort, power, and entertainment behind the wheel as well. Enter the Ford Focus, one of the most competent and well-rounded entries in the market today. Check out the complete features and drivability you can get from the 2018 Ford Focus and learn why it's such an amazing entry in the small sedan sector.

Ford Focus Trim Levels

The 2018 Ford Focus is substantially the same as last year's model, but that's not a bad thing. The 2017 sedan offered a great ride and superb comfort and tech, and that hasn't changed. IT's still available in a wide variety of options packages and 7 different trim levels and configurations. Of these, the base four are the S, the SE, the SEL and the range-topping Titanium. Off to the side and running parallel is the Electric, the sport-themed ST, and the high performing RS.

What this means is whatever kind of small car you're looking for, Ford has filled the niche. Want an eco-friendly ride? Go for the Electric. Budget-conscious consumers will love the S and SE. The SEL and Titanium will give you a more luxurious ride, and the ST and RS are your sport sedan models.

Base Features

 Even at the base budget-friendly levels, the new Focus gives you a very solid package. It's driven by a 160 horsepower 2.0 liter four-cylinder matched to a 5-speed manual or optional 6-speed automatic transmission. Along with the engine you get rearview camera, power accessories (front windows and all locks and mirrors), the Ford MyKey package for teen drivers to limit speed and audio volume, geofencing, etc., and you get the Ford Sync voice control system for the entertainment package, which is a four-speaker stereo with Bluetooth and USB.

From there you can add a litany of other options like heated mirrors and seats, improved Sync3 infotainment system with app integration for smartphones, 8-inch touchscreen interface, 10 speakers and Sony Sound.

Safety and Driving

Ford has a range of safety features available at various levels throughout its lineup. These include the standard rearview camera as well as the MyKey system, automatic high beams, lane departure systems, cross-traffic alerts, blind spot monitoring and more.

All of this is gravy, however, when one considers that the core attraction of the Ford Focus is its sheer driving experience, which is as smooth as ever. There's very little road bumps, body roll is nicely controlled, and the steering is athletic and strong. There's also plenty of room for adults of any size.

Test Drive the Focus at Fred Beans Ford of Doylestown

If you're in the Doylestown or Warminster regions, or anywhere in the Philadelphia area, and you'd like to check out the 2018 Ford Focus for yourself, Fred Beans Ford can help. Just stop in today and ask about taking a test drive!