subject: Ford Focus 1.6 Tdci Econetic 109pk Trend (2008) [print this page] No sane person throw the money carelessly over the bar. Nevertheless, the advent of more fuel-efficient cars rather be driven by the government than by the consumer. Throws the Ford Focus ECOnetic in battle.
Ford has a few tricks from the magic hat to the standard Focus 1.6 TDCi something more efficient. First of all, the car is lowered, before by 10 mm, behind with 8 mm. Another front spoiler, side skirts and a rear spoiler reduce drag, like a custom air intake in the bumper. Furthermore, he stands on tires with low rolling resistance, in the size and 195/65/15, the gearbox is filled with oil that has a low viscosity.
Under the hood of the Focus, we find the 1.6-liter that was developed in collaboration with PSA. We can only say that the diesel is a fine. Even in cold, he has been quiet and smooth, and once the temperature is a very quiet machine. The wealth runs on a wide curve. Well below the 2,000 rpm torque is already available. Strange that there is only at 4,000 rpm shift indicator in the image. This is a warning rather than a saving spot. The total test period we recorded a consumption of 1 in 17.9. The factory promised value of 1 in 23.3 we get, but we did not expect.
The improved steering
The Focus is at the editors known as a fine driving car. The ECOnetic is even stiffer than a regular Focus, thanks to the lowered. On the weather front that he is narrower tires to 15-inch wheels. Low rolling resistance, so we are curious about the wet grip. The compound is indeed a little harder than normal tires, at the expense of the grip. This fear appears unfounded, however, because of slips is not wanted there.
The Focus recently underwent a major facelift and who has done him good. Not only the outside was taken care of, the interior received a touch. This resulted in better materials for the dashboard. It does indeed all neat, although the lining of the door is still not very attractive. A disadvantage of the aluminum inserts on the steering wheel is the reflection of sunlight and that can be pretty annoying.
The furniture is of good quality, but unfortunately lacks height adjustment on the passenger seat. You're just a little too high as long person. The glovebox is remarkably deep. Unfortunately, the steering wheel buttons to control the cruise unenlightened. Switching does the Ford with firm, short strokes.
Ford produces the Focus ECOnetic initially only as a five and wagon, and then only with the Trend equipment. A set of alloy is only through the dealer to order. This is because the ECOnetic other wheels with streamlined shells. Put it on 17-inch aluminum wheels, then some of the consumption advantage is lost. It is not such a crazy idea for a little more money in a Titanium steps. That is, although slightly less efficient, but nice and complete. Wheels, climate control, rain sensor and sports seats are a few of the many extras. The extra cost is so small that you wonder if Ford has made no mistake in compiling the price list!
