The Focus had some head gasket issues early on IIRC but they got it fixed up and they have been one of the more reliable cars you can buy ever since. And IIRC they've won quite a few awards since they've been out as well.
Personally I think it's the best American compact car you can get. The Cobalt might take that honor now but that remains to be seen and when the Focus gets moved over to it's new platform in a few years it won't be a question anymore.
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