Mazda 3 versus Ford Focus Mazda 3 MPS v/s Ford Focus ST Strong resale means current Mazda 3s will be just out of reach at this budget but there’s no shame to be had in going for its predecessor. The Ford Focus has been a fixture at the top of the sales league table for more than a decade . However, a succession of price rises and the arrival of a host of talented rivals have left it looking expensive and outdated. For instance, the most popular model in the line-up - the Ford Focus's 1.6-litre petrol Zetec - will set you back an eye-watering £18,637. For a saving of £1,906, you could get the keys to a Mazda 3 1.6-litre Sport instead. Sport versions of the Mazda 3 compensate with a longer list of standard kit than the Ford. Cruise control and Bluetooth are included - you’ll pay £358 extra to get this on the Ford Focus - as is automatic air-con and a powerful Bose sound system. All versions of the 3 come with electronic stability control, remote locking and a useful trip computer. It’s still a great choice, yet raft of price hikes threatens Ford’s position at the top of the tree Small family cars from Ford have always been big sellers - even when the firm was still offering the off-the-pace, last-generation Escort. Comfort
Passengers in the back seat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mazda Mazda3 than the Ford Focus, due to its greater head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Ford Focus and the Mazda Mazda3 in the front seats. Drivetrain Warranty The Ford Focus comes with essentially the same basic warranty as the Mazda Mazda3. Both cars stand out from the crowd with sculpted sides. The 3 has rounded front fenders inspired by the Mazda RX-8 while the Focus creates a chiseled look unseen on any other current Fords. The Focus' side has a nice symmetrical design with similar bulges in the front and rear. The 3's crease runs from the front fender straight to the rear and is matched with an upswept crease on the lower part of the doors. My websites: mazda 3 mps