Wind noise was hardly prominent, and the engine barely made itself known. Even at higher speeds, which was definitely well within the 70mph speed limit, I was pleasantly surprised by how quiet it was. It didn't take long on the dual carriageway before I noticed just how refined the Focus is. I'm a big fan of the system it's easy to use, has a clean display and doesn't take a calendar month to process inputs. In English, it's Ford's fancy infotainment system that gives you access to the DAB radio, satellite navigation and messages among other useful features. No issue, because the Focus Active X comes with something called SYNC 3. So, what better way to get acquainted with the Active X than by completing a 300 mile round trip down to Dunsfold Park? Recently, I was fortunate enough to secure a pair of tickets to feature in the audience of the BBC 2 motoring show, Top Gear. I also thoroughly enjoyed having the sunroof open during the warm evenings, because it adds a different dimension to driving enjoyment that I hadn't experienced before.
Some of the plastics around the centre console weren't on par with the rest of the cabin, but they felt substantial and didn't creak or flex when I applied some pressure with my hands.Ĭonsidering I usually prefer the "claustrophobic" feeling when I sit in a car, there was something very refreshing about the panorama sunroof, which allows acres of light to enter the cockpit. The driver's seat has acres of adjustment at the flick of a switch, while the padded steering wheel adjusts for rake and reach. The layout is smart and well executed, while there are various soft touch materials and quality plastics covering every surface. Getting inside is a similarly gratifying experience.
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Pairing these features with the stunning metallic grey paintwork and tasteful privacy glass left me full of praise for the Active X's appearance. The Focus Active X may have been raised 30mm and given fatter tyres, but the 18" 'Painted Machined' alloy wheels and plastic body moldings give the Focus a subtle no-nonsense attitude. First impressions were certainly encouraging.
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