<P> The Focus Mk 2 is larger and considerably heavier than its predecessor: it has a 25 mm (0.98 in) increase in wheelbase, and is 168 mm (6.6 in) longer, 8 mm (0.31 in) taller, and 138 mm (5.4 in) wider . As a result, the interior and boot space have increased . New technologies include a KeyFree system, a solar - reflect windshield, adaptive front lighting, Bluetooth hands - free phones and voice control for audio, telephone, and climate control systems . </P> <P> Stylistically, the Mk 2 features the same design language found in the Mondeo and Fiesta . Although still recognisable as a Focus, the new car uses styling features from the abandoned B - Proposal for the original Focus which never reached production . </P> <P> In 2005, Ford released a MK. II version of Ford's sports division of Focus, the Focus ST . This one produced 225 bhp (168 kW) and could achieve a 0--60 mph (0--97 km / h) time of just 6.4 seconds, and a 152 mph (245 km / h) top speed, using a 2.5 - litre, five - cylinder turbocharged engine originating from Volvo . </P> <P> 2007--2008 saw a facelifted version introduced, featuring Ford's Kinetic Design philosophy . Major changes included a new bonnet with more creases, the removal of all mouldings along the doors and sides, new sculpted pull back headlights, and the big trapezoidal lower grille . </P>

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