Timing Belt Or Chain???

[smak]

Hello!

I am new to the owners club and wondering if anyone out there can help me.

I am looking to buy a Focus Estate 1.6 TDCi CVT 2006 Model

I have searched everywhere and I can't find a direct answer, does this car have a timing belt or chain???

Also I have read many forums about the C-Max automatics having gearbox problems and they all say the same thing, that when turning or going roundabouts there is no power pushing the car.

I wondered if the same problem exists with the Focus auto?

Any help would be greatly appreciated!

Cheers

[alexp999]

1.6 tdci is belt driven.

Can't say about the other thing, I'm sure someone will be able to chip in though.

[jeebowhite]

I had the CMAX 1.6 Auto diesel, it did go OK, but it was lacking in power around bends, moreso I think a turbo lag combined with the torque converter. The Focus is a slightly lighter car, so you do get the benefit its less likely to be affected, but then again the CVT is not made for power...