Not Your Father's Focus - The 2000 Ford Focus ZX3

Ford Focus Engine Specs: The Focus ZX3 comes outfitted with a Zetec 2.0 liter, 4-cylinder motor that uses 16 valves. The engine, manufactured by Ford, is mated to a five-speed transaxle by Ford. This arrangement has demonstrated to be an effective style for Ford.

Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Focus comes equipped with power-assisted brakes, with Non-ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are drum. The car uses coil front springs and coil in the rear.

Vehicle Statistics

The dimensions of the Focus ZX3 are 66.90 inches wide by 174.90 inches long. It sits 56.30 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 3 doors. The wheelbase of 103.00 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.

A powertrain guarantee is provided (36,000 miles/36 months), and a 36,000 mile, 36 month guarantee also comes with the Ford Focus. This is standard for the price range.

The listed retail price in 2000 (MSRP) was $15,260, with a dealer invoice cost of $14,172. This price is on target the industry average price for a three-door Hatchback.

Fuel Efficiency

The 2000 Focus's exceptional fuel system runs on gas. The fuel is regulated electronically, with a fuel-injected multi-port fuel injection style of design. The fuel capacity of the car is 13.20 gallons.

The Focus ZX3 received a miles-per-gallon rating of 25 - 26 in-city driving and 32 - 33 when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid car, this was exceptional.

We Think...

The 2000 model year was telling year for the Ford Focus. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the ZX3 version) meant that buyers could find the version that best suited their needs.