2007 FORD Focus Coupe 2.0L 5MT FWD (140 HP)

Vehicle Overview

Ford decided to introduce a new Focus lineup on the U.S. market in 2007, but it wasn’t the European version; it was just a new shape on the same old platform.

The Focus Coupe was designed to compete against other compact-coupes on the market, such as the Honda Civic. With the Toyota Celica that already left the segment, it had a chance to make a difference.

A restyled front fascia with a grille inspired by the Ford Fusion made the Focus Coupe looks more stylish than before. Its swept up and backward headlights offered an unusual look even after Ford standards. Its two-door coupe shape was pleasant but didn’t stand out from the rest of the three-box sedans available.

Inside, Ford introduced just a few options, such as the ambient lighting with seven colors to chose from, the SYNC infotainment unit developed with Microsoft, and a sunroof. Its dashboard was simple, with curved lines and a bland look for the instrument cluster. For a regular family sedan, it was OK, but not for a coupe. Thanks to the Focus standard platform, the Coupe was able to host up to five adult passengers inside, as long as they were fit and not taller than the average.

Under the hood, Ford offered the Focus Coupe with a choice of two engines, both with four cylinders. Apart from the 2.0-liter, Ford installed an option for a 2.3-liter unit with lower emission standards. Also, as an option, the carmaker offered the Focus Coupe with a 4-speed automatic.