Buckle up — the Ford Focus 1.0T EcoBoost Titanium 5-door hatch (petrol, manual) is one of those compact cars that punches far above its weight. It’s small, but it’s got heart, tech, and character. Here’s a run-down of what makes it exciting and where you’ll want to check your expectations. ???? What’s So Good 1. That Engine Packs a Surprise Under the bonnet you’ve got a 1.0 litre, three-cylinder turbocharged EcoBoost. It might sound modest, but it delivers impressively. In many versions the 1.0T (≈100-125 bhp, depending on trim) gives a peppy feel and torque that kicks in early, making overtakes or merging onto fast roads more confident. You’ll also get surprisingly decent fuel economy. In mixed driving, many examples do well in the 50–60 mpg combined area. That means fewer fuel stops and lower running costs. 2. Titanium Trim = Comfort & Style The Titanium trim enhances the interior feel: better materials, quality switchgear, nicer seats, and a more premium feel overall. The dashboard, design lines, detailing: it all feels more upmarket than entry-level stuff. You get a good chunk of tech and safety kit included: dual-zone climate control, automatic lights & wipers, Bluetooth/USB audio, and more. Not just flash — many of the assisting safety features are useful. 3. Drive & Handling For its size, the Focus handles very well: composed through corners, fairly sharp turn-in, good grip. Many reviewers say the ride is well balanced, even with larger wheels fitted. The manual gearbox is generally solid: gives you enough connection and engagement. You’re not going to have supercar-level thrills, but in its class it’s satisfying. 4. Practical Enough Five doors means access is easy, rear seats are usable, and although boot space isn’t huge compared to estates or SUVs, it’s decent for daily use. Overall, the Ford Focus 1.0T EcoBoost Titanium is a superb package if what you want is a stylish, reasonably fast, efficient, well-equipped hatchback with good driving manners.