Ford 2009 Focus Coupe
Reader’s Question:
I’m eager to try out the Focus Coupe here in Texas. But before I go to the dealer, what’s difference between the standard Focus and the coupe?
Harry
Houston, TX
Hello, Harry! It looks like someone wants to have a little fun in a Ford. Well, there are several things you can check out with 2009 Ford Focus Coupe when you visit a Ford dealer in Texas.
First, let’s go through what the standards on a Focus are. There’s 33 miles to a gallon from its 2.0 liter Duratec engine with 140 horsepower. There’s the Ford SYNC which is something they developed with Microsoft to help you communicate with your personal electronic devices like mp3 players, phones and PDAs. A very practical idea so you don’t have to fumble with them while driving.
Second, what’s with the coupe? Of course, there are just 2 doors, the obvious difference. Kidding, I know you know that. You can check out the ride on the Focus coupe and you’ll notice that the car is tuned more towards performance. You’re supposed to get a more responsive feel and comfort while driving this machine. Having the performance tuned suspension is supposed to give you that European driving feel. Since you’re into having fun with this machine, you might as well try out the SES trim. Mated with 5 speed manual transmission, the Duratec engine will crank out about 143 hp (feel this with the sport tuned exhaust) and still do 35 mpg on the highway. Here’s to your Focus!
2008 Ford Edge Overview
Reader’s Question:
I remember seeing the 2007 model for the Ford Edge here in Houston, Texas. Are there new updates for this model this year?
Andrea
Houston, TX
Ford Edge was introduced as a new product for the 2007 model year; the 2008 Edge provides more equipment and will be a Limited model. One major enhancements featured on this newer version is the Ford Sync communications and entertainment system. This system allows the driver to surf through radio stations and make phone calls using voice commands. This navigation system adds voice activation, one touch window controls, and a new interior package with red seating contrasted with stitches. Also available are power lift gate, 20-inch wheels and a universal garage door opener.
The new 2008 Ford Edge has better packaging than that of the previous model. It is 500 pounds lighter than an Explorer and enjoys an edge of two to three miles per gallon in fuel economy. I am about to swap my 2007 model for the newer version this month here in Houston, Texas and I am really excited about it. I enjoyed a short but sweet test drive with this SUV cross over that’s why I decided to let go off my 2007 model. I was also running a research about an affordable auto insurance that would be best for this upcoming purchase, and luckily, I found one on this web site.
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