So I've had my '16 for almost three months and 3,800 miles now (that includes a 1,200 mile road trip) and I'm bored on Christmas, so I thought I'd share some thoughts and see what you guys think. Comment or not...merry Christmas guys! In no particular order...
-This is my first non-muscle, front wheel drive car. When not heavy on the gas, I have been pleasantly surprised how non-front wheel driveish this car feels to me. I may be alone on that one, but I've certainly driven front wheel drive cars that I just absolutely hated the feel of.
-Not my first manual tranny, but my first 4 cyl/turbo type car. Was really surprised by the extreme lack of engine braking when downshifting. Thing doesn't slow down at all using the engine.
-This car is possessed!! Every time you open the door, something's cycling, making noises, running, adjusting, and whatever the heck else is going on, LOL! If you get in and shut the door and don't crank it or do anything (yes, I like to get in it sometimes and just sit there, ;-) it makes noises and then the gas and temp needles will do a little dance and cycle through this movement. No problems from any of it, so I've been assuming it's all normal. (I guess someone please respond to this one...would like to know what all is going on here)
-I've already experienced the whole engine banging around thing. Don't remember if it was self induced or traction control kicking in, but guess I'll be doing some RMM homework to fix that one, lol.
-My average fuel mileage indicator is usually off by about 2 mpg at the end of a tank. One time I actually got better than it reported. Not getting as good as I expected from the car, but nothing to complain about, and it's still new.
-I think this has been an extremely underrated, underestimated, and overlooked car. I love telling friends about the new car and seeing their reaction. It usually start with "You bought a what...a Focus...hahahahhahha...did your grandma sell you hers or something??" and is usually followed up by "dang dude...THIS is a Focus???" with their jaw on the floor.
-I have thoroughly enjoyed the fact that this car feels like much more than what it is. I haven't lost sight that it's still just a Ford Focus, but I think the quality, especially the interior and leather are on point. But really haven't found too much about the car I don't like. It feels like you're in something better than a Focus when driving...the seats, the (heated) steering wheel, turning headlights, all just a nice package. Certainly an amazing bang for the buck vehicle.
-So far, other than having a missing sound symposer (misbuild from the factory), I've had no glitches or issues...knock on wood.
-The rear seat child car seat connection points...when the seats are folded down, they mash into the seat and leave a dent that took a while to pop out. Haven't looked down in there yet, but are those restraint brackets just bolted in such that they can be removed?
-So far, the only thing I think I've actually said "they should have done this" to, is shoulda had cooled seats as well. But for this market, I guess it's all about balance and price point.
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-This is my first non-muscle, front wheel drive car. When not heavy on the gas, I have been pleasantly surprised how non-front wheel driveish this car feels to me. I may be alone on that one, but I've certainly driven front wheel drive cars that I just absolutely hated the feel of.
-Not my first manual tranny, but my first 4 cyl/turbo type car. Was really surprised by the extreme lack of engine braking when downshifting. Thing doesn't slow down at all using the engine.
-This car is possessed!! Every time you open the door, something's cycling, making noises, running, adjusting, and whatever the heck else is going on, LOL! If you get in and shut the door and don't crank it or do anything (yes, I like to get in it sometimes and just sit there, ;-) it makes noises and then the gas and temp needles will do a little dance and cycle through this movement. No problems from any of it, so I've been assuming it's all normal. (I guess someone please respond to this one...would like to know what all is going on here)
-I've already experienced the whole engine banging around thing. Don't remember if it was self induced or traction control kicking in, but guess I'll be doing some RMM homework to fix that one, lol.
-My average fuel mileage indicator is usually off by about 2 mpg at the end of a tank. One time I actually got better than it reported. Not getting as good as I expected from the car, but nothing to complain about, and it's still new.
-I think this has been an extremely underrated, underestimated, and overlooked car. I love telling friends about the new car and seeing their reaction. It usually start with "You bought a what...a Focus...hahahahhahha...did your grandma sell you hers or something??" and is usually followed up by "dang dude...THIS is a Focus???" with their jaw on the floor.
-I have thoroughly enjoyed the fact that this car feels like much more than what it is. I haven't lost sight that it's still just a Ford Focus, but I think the quality, especially the interior and leather are on point. But really haven't found too much about the car I don't like. It feels like you're in something better than a Focus when driving...the seats, the (heated) steering wheel, turning headlights, all just a nice package. Certainly an amazing bang for the buck vehicle.
-So far, other than having a missing sound symposer (misbuild from the factory), I've had no glitches or issues...knock on wood.
-The rear seat child car seat connection points...when the seats are folded down, they mash into the seat and leave a dent that took a while to pop out. Haven't looked down in there yet, but are those restraint brackets just bolted in such that they can be removed?
-So far, the only thing I think I've actually said "they should have done this" to, is shoulda had cooled seats as well. But for this market, I guess it's all about balance and price point.
