1999

Ford Focus, Car of the Year

After trying it in less popular models, Ford gave a big role to its New Edge style in a car of the segment with most weight in Europe.

Ford Focus

444 points

The challenge was won; Focus would turn the world best-selling car, adding European and American sales. Besides courageous and fresh looks, Focus was praised for its wide range of versions, equipment, build quality and a roadholding that was the new reference in its category, thanks to multi-link rear suspension. Again a high synchrony in the Jury: 42 top marks. 

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