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Ford Focus 2nd Generation (North America)

2008–2011 · C170 · sedan

North American second-gen Focus — restyled US-spec car that stayed on the original C170 platform while Europe moved to the global C1-platform Focus. Engines: 2.0L Duratec 20 I4 (140hp). 4-speed automatic or 5-speed manual. Coupe and sedan only — hatchback and wagon dropped from the NA lineup. Replaced 2012 by the unified global third-gen Focus.

Watch out: Generally a simple, reliable car — the headline complaint is the 4-speed automatic feeling out of step with the engine (slow downshifts, mediocre highway mpg). Mechanically the 2.0 Duratec is robust. Watch for rear motor mount wear (causes shift clunks), and minor interior trim / hardware noise issues common to the era. Not many recalls of note.