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Ford Focus C-MAX I (2003–2007)

4.0/5
Reliability score Good
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Most reported affected parts

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EGR valve
3 reports
2
Tire wear
1 reports
3
Window regulator
1 reports
4
ABS
1 reports
5
Air conditioning
1 reports

Engine reliability summary

Petrol

Engine Score Reports Common issues
1.6 16V (100 Hp) (HWDA) 4.0 4 EGR valve, Tire wear, Window regulator
1.6 16V (116 Hp) Ti-VCT (HXDA) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.8 16V (120 Hp) (CSDA) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.8 16V (125 Hp) FlexFuel (Q7DA) No reports 0 No issues reported
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2.0 16V (145 Hp) (AODA) No reports 0 No issues reported
2.0 16V (145 Hp) Durashift (AODA) No reports 0 No issues reported

Diesel

Engine Score Reports Common issues
1.6 TDCi (109 Hp) (G8DA) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.6 TDCi (109 Hp) CVT (G8DA) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.6 TDCi (90 Hp) (HHDA) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.8 TDCi (115 Hp) (BHPA) No reports 0 No issues reported
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2.0 TDCi (136 Hp) (G6DA) No reports 0 No issues reported

Other

Engine Score Reports Common issues
2.0 (145/126 Hp) CNG (SYDA) No reports 0 No issues reported

Owner reviews

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Ford Focus C-MAX I 1.6 16V (100 Hp) MPV 94,000 km

Problem: Tire Wear

Fuel efficiency is good, but premature tire wear, a timing idler pulley replacement at 70,000 km, and a jammed power window are issues.

Pros: Fuel efficiency
Cons: Tire wear, Timing idler pulley replaced at 70,000 km. Premature tire wear. Power window blocked.
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Ford Focus C-MAX I 1.6 16V (100 Hp) MPV 140,000 km

Problem: EGR Valve

Too many mechanical problems. EGR valves and diesel particulate filters are a recurring issue. Too many problems, unable to find the fault. Bunch of jokers at Ford.

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Ford Focus C-MAX I 1.6 16V (100 Hp) MPV Mileage unknown

Problem: ABS

The sun visors don't stay up (they fall to the ground). Trunk contactor issues (trunk won't open), EGR valve (black smoke), A/C compressor broken, right ABS sensor faulty, car radio shorts out (turns on and off by itself). Despite these issues, there's plenty of space and a certain driving comfort.

Pros: Ample interior space, Decent ride comfort
Cons: Sun visors fall down, Trunk contactor failure, EGR valve issues, A/C compressor broken, Faulty right ABS sensor, Faulty car radio
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Ford Focus C-MAX I 1.6 16V (100 Hp) MPV 142,000 km

Issue: Clutch

Numerous mechanical issues at 142,000 km: engine oil leak, occasional jerking (EGR valve may need replacement). Clutch spring replaced at 135,358 km; oil pressure warning light stayed on despite engine oil refill.

Pros: Comfortable, Easy to drive
Cons: Multiple mechanical problems at 142,000 km: engine oil leak, occasional jerks (could be EGR valve replacement needed), Clutch spring changed at 135,358 km, oil pressure warning light on despite engine oil refill

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