SUMMARY: <span style="FONT-SIZE:10pt; FONT-FAMILY:Arial">The first generation Ford Focus was definitely a successful car for Ford of Europe. It proved to the European motoring press that the company could produce a dynamically exciting, stylish, and quality compact that deserves a rank beyond the typical “fleet car” image often associated with Ford. In America, the Focus initially challenged perennial leaders like the Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla until a string of recalls and quality gaffes tarnished the vehicle’s image in a highly competitive market. The result is that while Americans get a facelifted version of the MKI Focus, Europeans get a sleek new MKII generation Focus.</span>

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Here's a shot of the 3 and 5 door hatchbacks that I couldn't fit into the article. Enjoy.