Comparison Opel Astra J Ford Focus. Ford Focus vs Opel Astra: Weight of Welfare. Specifications Ford Focus

What is better Ford Focus or Opel?

It means that I am Ford Focus 1.0 EcoBoost per 100 horses, chose it because I think it is better!
The choice was as follows:

• Choosing between a large number of C-class representatives, I wanted something to be so special, but at the same time not screaming about yourself, such as Honda Civic;
• reliable and conservative, but not Volkswagen Golf., Opel Astra;
• something bright, but not Peugeot Citroen, somehow they look like a female and go, there is no drive at all.

Ford Focus - Time-tested car, popular in Europe, America and we have what is most important. Fresh, stylish, golden mean Between style and conservatism.

Interior Ford Focus

In the cabin immediately rushed into the eyes of excellent ergonomics, everything is at hand, concise and informative. The feeling of security and collens, sat down, went without thinking.
It can be seen that the interior was worked out by people who know their business. The quality of plastic for this money is 5-. Everything likes everything in the cabin, but the places behind the back might be more.

Hanging impressions

Rides focus, as if glued to the road, the entrance turns is excellent, steering - Clear, the steering wheel is poured with weight gain, safety is above all.
Suspension, as the driver car believes is harsh. Yes, and damn with him. Rides perfectly!

Heart Ford

The engine volume is only 1 liter, but with a turbine, gives exactly 100 hp, the dynamics of 12.5 seconds certainly does not please, but fuel consumption in 6 liters in the city - lines this deficiency.
On the highway, it was possible to reach 4 liters per 100 km, rightly 2 times, when 90 km / h and the rest rode all the way, 4.5-5 liters.
Problems from Ford Focus with whom I encountered
The steering ray once changed under warranty, the stabilizers changed. The rest is in order. Nowhere does not knock, do not creak. Mileage 39,000 km. Car satisfied.

What would not be spoken by many motorists, but the CD class will live forever. Where such confidence? - Write you to a question. We answer: the benefits of such cars are much more than flaws: minimum flow, convenience of parking, maneuverability, comfort and listed can be infinity.

Among the explicit leaders of this class, Opel Astra and Ford Focus should be allocated. But which of the car presented is better to purchase, we will try to figure out now. And immediately make a reservation, we will not arrange a test drive for representatives recent generations, let's talk about those checking the time of which they proved that they are worthy of being called the best, in particular, we will talk about Opel Astra H and Ford Focus III.

First of all, let's tell me that they are relative to the country-producer. Despite the fact that the Motherland Opel is Germany, and the Ford - US, currently data models are released from conveyors russian factoriesThus making them buy more accessible. There are similarities on this similarity, therefore it came time to talk about their individual advantages.

Appearance

Opel Astra is a car with appearance that will have to taste both women and men of all ages and orientations. The streamlined roof, a wide base, small skes, stylish optics and embossed archways arches, agree, handsome.

The exterior of Ford Focus is also quite attractive - classic lines in symbiosis with modern design elements will not leave anyone indifferent to this model.

What kind of car is more beautiful at first glance, it is rather difficult, and we will not pursue this goal, because in any case the result will be not deprived of subjectivism, so decide what car is representative.

Speaking of appearance, it will not be superfluous to add that it is produced as the first and the second participant of today's comparative test In several body versions, namely: sedan and hatchback. Depending on the wishes, you can choose the most satisfying your requests option.

Salon

In the Ford Focus interior, extremely high-quality materials were used, the assembly quality is also at the height, moreover, depending on the packages, the manufacturer offers an impressive set of options, which makes stay in the car comfortable and functional.

The interior of Opel Astra will satisfy the requirements of even the most demanding buyer. The materials used in the finish will delight with their softness and aesthetics, and the door panels decorated with artificial leather will bring refinement to the atmosphere. All this harmoniously complement the comfortable chairs and a rich set of options.

Engine and transmission

Third generation Ford. Focus in the dealer network is represented with motor lineconsisting of four gasoline and one diesel engines With the following characteristics: 1.6 (85 hp), 1.6 (125 hp), 1.6 (105 hp), 2.0 (150 hp) and 2.0 (250 l .from.). The model is aggregated by either five-speed mechanics or a six-speed automatic machine.

Opel Astra does not replete the choice of engines, allocate only a pair: 1.6-liter 115-strong and 1.8-liter 140-strong. As a transmission, both a mechanical five-speed and automatic quadidia-band is proposed.

Cost

Well, finally, it should be touched upon such an important factor when buying a car, as its cost.

Price tag on sedan Ford. Focus III is bangible with the amount of 542,000 rubles, on the hatchback - 532,000 rubles.

The price of Opel Astra in the body of the sedan starts from the mark of 613,900 rubles, the hatchback is a bit cheaper - from 603,000 rubles.

How to please with a gift? Give a luxurious bouquet - this method is still quite effective, although quite beaten. Or maybe do something extravagant for an expensive person? For example, to invite somewhere to portray something unimaginable, non-standard and unforgettable. But will it like this approach and will not hurt? Actually, all this we are to the fact that we have on opel test Astra I. new Ford Focus 3. And we need to choose the best of them.

Package

We climb in the configuration. Prices Opel Astra / Opel Astra They start from 593,900 rubles for the hatchback with a 1.4 liter engine with a capacity of 101 hp IN basic configuration The car from useful options is a CD player, radio, information display on the instrument panel, driver and passenger airbags, as well as side pillows, electric power steering, electric windows of front doors, disc brakes with anti-test aBS systemas well as system stabilization ESP.. Paying 2,000 rubles, such Opel Astra You can retain air conditioning, fog-and-heating front seats. Total for equipped with everything the necessary car, the buyer will lay out 613,900 rubles.

Ford Focus 3 / Ford Focus 3 In Russia is presented with larger engines. In the starting configuration of Ambiente for 499,000 rubles, the car is equipped with a 1.6-liter 105-strong engine and five-speed mechanics, and the Options list includes such as: Electrical power steering force with a steering wheel, central locking with a remote control, anti-lock brake system ABS with EBD brake force distribution system, adjustable over the angle of inclination and departure steering column, driver and passenger front airbags, full-size spare parts, front electric windows, and also iSOFIX fastenings for children's chair. Air conditioning and audio system with a 3.5-inch monochrome display, six speakers, USB port, radio and CD and MP3 readability will add to the cost of another 39 200 rubles. Total 538 200 rubles for quite an equipped car. But the system of course stability in this configuration is not provided and is offered only in the package of the options of the next configuration of Trend for 19,500 rubles.

In general, the design is delicate, and you can not please all. Someone like a rounded classic, someone interweaving complex forms, footman and chromium. However, if there was a choice of design Ford or Opel We would prefer the American brand.

Salon

Ploy inside cars. The interior is luxurious in design and organization of space for passengers in both. Chrome, high-quality plastic, hidden illumination - all worthy of praise. However, functionality, capacity and ergonomics, of course, differ.

Santa B. driver chair Ford Focus 3 / Ford Focus 3 You see what was driving a high-tech car. All sorts of tips, information on-board computer About the operation of systems, service communication and, at first glance, a bunch of incomprehensible buttons, obviously for something responsible, can be confused. However, it's a little hanging and removing everything, it becomes clear that the management of systems is quite simple. The main functions are put on the steering wheel, and the auxiliary or infrequently used are activated from the central control panel, which is also divided into zones.

However, "but" still have. Buttons on the panel are too small and uncomfortable for use when moving the car. And the screen on the torpedo is sufficient to submit information about the radio station or track on the CD, but it is too small to consider navigation on it.

But changing the color night lights above all silence. The light atmosphere in can pick up for any case and mood.

Controls Opel Astra / Opel Astra Opposite more familiar. Large, logically laid and also distributed over zones of liability buttons will not be lost in their hands even with a strong shaking. Yes, and such a panel looks much more and more pleasant. The required minimum of functions, as well as Ford , put on the steering wheel. And the center of the torpedo is crowned with a large color display for navigation, which is much more convenient to Fordovsky.

Landing in our wards is also different. And although both cars besides the driver easily spread three passengers, for the latter, yet, more convenient will be Opel Astra .

Trunk.

For the carriage of goods both cars are fully prepared. In volume luggage compartment Wins Opel Astra / Opel Astra with an indicator of 370 liters against 277 liters Ford Focus 3. . However, there are reservations in such a victory. Opel It is completed with the regiment, which increased the space of the luggage compartment, making it deeper. W. Ford The full size of the trunk is hidden under the floor of the trunk, and the trunk itself is slightly more convenient, due to the larger floor length.

To increase the useful luggage compartment area, both cars provide a system of folding rear seat backs. Thus, Ford The volume of the trunk can be increased to 1062 liters, and Opel up to 1235 liters.

But here they found their nuances. W. Opel Astra / Opel Astra The backs are folded, forming the step up, which is not very convenient when laying long cargo. W. Ford This system is realized better. Before folding the chairs, it is necessary to raise the seat cushions, then put back on their place. In the case of Ford of the flat floor, it is also not formed, but the resulting step leads down, which makes it much easier for loading large baggage.

On the road

Well, it's time to ride on cars. Immediately make a reservation that the dispute is not quite equal, since in their press parks the manufacturers do not hold all the sets and modifications of the sold cars.

Therefore, the test was Opel Astra With a 1.4 liter engine with turbocharged and power in 140 hp and, equipped with an atmospheric engine of 1.6 liters with a capacity of 125 hp There was a difference in gearboxes - Opel Astra catalog us with a 6-speed "automatic", and Ford Focus 3. With 5-speed "mechanics".

However, these differences influenced the assessment of the riding comfort of the hatchbacks. Yes, Opel With a machine gun, of course, more convenient, but the suspension of Fordovskoy is more nervously reacting to small irregularities, the operation of the turbocharged motor, the bucket of the tires and wind noise, is clearly audible in the cabin. And with slow forcing irregularities, "crickets" are added to the existing noise, caused by loosely fitted and crushed skin parts.

But the road Astra. Holds confident. On the straight hatchback does not require special submissions, and turns goes without blots and very excitious, thanks to the WATTA mechanism (by the way, is installed in the database).

And here Ford Focus 3 / Ford Focus 3 Pleased in all respects. First of all, the hatchback was impressed. In the cabin silence, decent cars of a higher class. Neither the operating engine nor external noise is annoyed by the driver and passengers. The rolling qualities of the new generation also became an order of magnitude higher. The suspension without parsing swallows the defects of the asphalt of any caliber and does not irritate shaking and unpleasant vibrations.

In management Ford Focus 3. Owner will cost 95 235 rubles (headlights - 8 820 rubles, wing - 7,622 rubles, bumper - 22,810 rubles, hood - 19,651 rubles, replacing one part - 9083 rubles). W. Opel Astra / Opel Astra The same damage pulled at 96,212 rubles (headlights - 10,534 rubles, wing - 7 328 rubles, bumper - 22,868 rubles, hood - 19,482 rubles, replacing one part from 9,000 rubles).

In the ranking of the most hijacked cars Opel Astra and Ford Focus 3. Explicit outsiders. In the top traditional japanese brands. This means that Casco on these cars will be quite lifting.

What to choose? To impress, quite enough colors, but to surprise, perhaps, intricate Focus will be just right. Riding comfort, quality of materials, high level noise insulation couple with sports appearance Ford Focus 3. cause greater appetite than characteristics Opel Astra . Yes, and in the list additional options W. Ford There are quite amicable: the automatic parking system (the driver only presses the pedals, and the electronics taxis), the control system of the blind zones in the mirrors, and may soon appear the emergency automatic braking system at low speeds.

With regard to Focus III, the Russian sales of which started literally the other day, "Fordovtsy" adhere to the same strategy that ensured the success of its predecessors. They still do not discharge prices, offer a buyer worthy European quality and what is important - a huge selection. Yes, there will be no more three-dimensions, but today the 5-door hatchback and sedan come from the conveyor of the plant in Vsevolozhsk, and at the beginning of next year they will also join the wagon. The list of options complement the four configurations, the blocks of motors and three types of gearboxes. Becoming noticeably brighter and aggressively externally in technical terms the car has changed not fundamentally. It is based on the C1 platform, on which another "focus" was built. What did not prevent the engineers to put the machine with all sorts of innovative systems, such as navigation and active assistant during parking. The latter, of course, are worthy of decent money, but at the same time no one deprives the maternity buyers of the ability to build a non-definitely equipped copy of 600 thousand.

At the debuting at the end of 2009, the newest "Astra" there is no body sedan, but otherwise its representation in our market is just as numerous. And the "Opel" also a Russian passport. The large-walled assembly of the "Sports-Turner" stationed in Kaliningrad, and a more popular hatchback is completely - with welding and coloring - produce at the plant in Shushary, not far from the Birthplace of Ford.

True, even the Russified Astra in the basic configuration is noticeably more expensive than the "focus". But after all, the quality of the car is measured.

From simple to complex (interior)

The Salon "Focus" of the second generation seemed to be gray and idle. The interior of the heir is much more expressive. The multicoles of the Speedometer and Tachometer Displays, which hung over the climate-control console climate control, concave "Baranka", sharp ribs torpedo, the broken lines of door handles in no way banal. It is surprising that in this space architecture "Ford" layouts managed to harmoniously enter all the earthly governing bodies. To deal with the buttons of the audio system, "climates" is not labor. Even such an advanced feature as automatic parking, and it is extremely clear to use, especially since all the tips "Focus" writes on a great mighty. For the convenience of landing, you will also do not adhere. The ranges of adjustments of the chairs and steering is enough of a low-speed driver and verry in 190 cm. The only little omission of Ford's finishes is a very impractical tissue upholstery of the seats, which as a magnet attracts dust and dirt.

In the forms and paints of the interior of Astra, much more warmth and elegance. Smoothly curved torpedo seems to make you enter your arms. The instrument shield with classic round dials pleases the eye. Seats with extensioned pillows, rubberized control knobs and "climate" with clearly fixed positions deserve exceptional praise. But why did you need to settle the central console with a huge number of buttons? We counted exactly forty pieces! Good part of them can be easily sent to the tunnel. But most of all I was upset in "Astra" visibility. In small triangular windows between the wide windshield stand and its backup actually little is visible.

Amazing conversion

The wheelbase "Focus" increased by 8 mm. However, measuring the distance for the feet of the sofa passengers, we not only did not find any increases, but even one centimeter did not even take place. Moreover, the massive armrests located in the doors were pressed the rear seat in width. Fortunately, it was something to cut. Yes, of course, after a small downsayasing, the sofa "Focus" is quite convenient for two persons in the growth of up to 186 cm. But traveling threesome, you will have to close a little more than the former.

Sofa "Astra" is 1 cm wider. But it is not his main win. In "Opel" noticeably more space in height, which allows the tall passengers to sit straight, and not hover or crawl forward, resting his knees in the back of the front seats. Yes, and get into the car with a higher roof more convenient.

With suitcases and without them

The trunk "Focus" has practically not changed in size. The distance to the back of the sofa and the front chairs remained the same. From the floor to the shelves, we measured all the same 40 cm. In general, not a sample of the roomy - for one large road suitcase, there is enough space, and if you need to carry something cumbersome or long, you will have to spread the sofa backs.

All our attempts to introduce into the trunk "Opel" two large suitcases were also not crowned with success. But if you operate with generally accepted measurement methods, then it turns it out noticeably packable. Thanks to a small-sized outlet, it is 13 cm deeper. In addition, the distance to the back of the rear seat is 7.5 cm in it. As for the loading height and the possibilities of transformation of the sofa, then in these disciplines "Astra" is not inferior to its opponent.

Party Green

The buyers of Focus II have enjoyed a vast popularity of Focus II, a 125-stroke gasoline engine. Unpretentious, traveled with small revolutions, he moved very cheerfully by pistons, telling the car a decent dynamics. Alas, his 1.6-liter changer is not a fighter. Despite the same power and the presence of a system for regulating the phases of gas distribution up to 2000 rpm, the motor simply sleeps. To just go normally, the tachometer arrow is preferably not at all lower than the mark in 4000. But at the same time, the rapid response to the gas does not have to wait, which completely eliminates active actions in the city and requires greater caution when overtaking on the highway.

But this unit satisfies the environmental requirements "Euro-5", and if you try to save fuel, moving at a constant speed or traveling to the next gear as soon as possible, rewards you with a green flower, which has grown on the side of the on-board computer. It seems to us that with the new 150-strong focus engine will go a little better. In acceleration from 50 to 100 km / h more powerful unit faster than one tenth of a second. Thus, lovers of dynamic driving remains the only choice - a 2-liter 140-strong diesel. However, it is possible to buy it only with the ACP, and there is such a car more expensive than everyone else.

Motors "Astra" are also calibrated under Euro-5. And the basic 100-strong, and its more powerful relative, developing 115 hp, can boast minimal carbon dioxide emissions. The car accelerates with them very sad, forcing the driver either slowly swim in the stream, or literally trample a gas pedal. Nevertheless, for active drivers, Opely has a more attractive offer than the Ford. Equipped with a turbocharged 140-strong motor let it not be distinguished by an explosive character, but it is very soulful. He is ready to support active urban television and is able to cheerfully add from a speed of 150 km / h. And it's worth only 44 100 rubles more than 115-strong.

To whom by moral

And in the controllability of "focus", a light and zador was dressed. Yes, the car is more than confidently keeps on the speed direct, not nervous because of the junctions and small holes, the minimally rolls in turns. However, its steering is a little lack of transparency and reaction rate. Because of which it seems that there are somehow not a joy to pass the bunds of turns at the clutch limit. And I don't want to force it to do something through force in general.

At "Astra" is completely different. It is not so thrown and accurate - in the same turns and on the same tires, she begins to slide out a little earlier "focus" and can jump off the trajectory, pleaseing on irregularities. But these generally minor gaps in education with more than compensates for excitement. It is not necessary to go to the limit. From how willingly and easily "Opel" dives into the income, how frank with you, you already get a lot of pleasure. In addition, sophisticated drivers can order "Flex Ride" suspension - its shock absorbers with electronically control In sports mode, the controllability of "Astra" is even more fascinating.

New level

What "Focus" added unconditionally, so it is in comfort. The ability to ride solid, without fuss, no longer annoying his master, perhaps the main achievement of the new Ford. Let without behind, but according to our latal-rejected roads, the car rolls very smoothly. At the same time, the suspension grabs elasticity, even to prevent a breakdown of shock absorbers to allow enough large ughab. Healthy worked engineers and over noise insulation. Warning the tires, pretty given in the former "focus", is now practically not heard. The good portion of the sedative went and the motor: silently with the growth of revolutions, it no longer increases the voice.

What you can not say about the "Opel" engines. With 4000 rpm, the growl of any of them is clearly heard in the cabin. On noise insulation bottoms and wheel arches Astra also inferior is a little inferior to the opponent, besides, on the holes and joints behaves a little more nervous. By and large, all this does not go beyond the fractions of decency and is not very annoying, but in general, to travel in "Astra" is definitely less comfortable than in "focus".

All but not immediately

Both cars have already managed to celebrate European crash tests. Equipped with the maximum amount of airbags, Ford and Opel turned out to be very skilled bodyguards, both in front of the front collision and in lateral blows. The achievement of a five-star rating also contributed to the venerable stabilization system installed in the machines. However, in Russia "Astra" closer to the ideal, since already in the database is equipped with ABS, ESP and a quartet of the airbags. "Inflatable curtains" of security to any of its modifications cost 9500 rubles.

In the arsenal of the most affordable "focus" only two pillows and anti-lock systems. Side Aerbags and ESP are laid out more expensive "Trend-Sports" and "Titanium". However, full set Pillows, including window, and stabilization system can be obtained in the database - for 19,500 rubles.

Almost all articles

The price list of the new Ford is practically no doubt about success, the car. In any of the sought-after options - whether it is a 5-door hatchback in optimal equipment, the same sedan or version with ACP, "Focus" is cheaper than any of its competitors. For example, a five-dimensional with a 105-strong engine, ABS, two airbags, air conditioning and MP3 magnetic can be bought for 538,000 rubles, and a sedan with a more powerful engine and a new 6-speed automatic box Power-Shift costs 674,000 rubles. And still "focus" inexpensive in content. Planned Ratings on His maintenanceincluding replacement brake fluid, within 60,000 km make up 32,000 rubles.

For "Astra" such a service by 12 thousand more expensive. Yes, and prices for the car itself above - by 15,900 rubles when buying a version with ACP. If you compare the basic options with air conditioning, the difference increases to 75 900 rubles. "Astra" is more profitable only in the case when the dynamics comes to the fore when buying a car. To date, with the "Opole", equipped with a 1.4 turbo engine, in the Ford team only a diesel version can compete, but it is 85,500 rubles more expensive.

We decided:

In the form and content both cars became richer than their ancestors. A little offensive that he has gained many beneficiaries, such as a parking assistant and multi-colored decorative illumination, "focus" in its new embodiment is not so easy to rise. Although the removal comfort with interest compensates for the unconvincing dynamics of some versions of Ford. And not only by the smoothness of the movement "Focus" earned its high final assessment. In its asset, a comfortable interior, approximate handling, a high level of security and, of course, a very attractive price.

But even despite such an opponent's head, Astra did not give way. In her donkey, exactly the same assessment. Yes, "Opel" is more expensive, a little more noise and tougher on the go, but it has a spacious salon, and the trunk is roomy. Finally, Astra will require less money for the dynamics. So draw.

Hello, friends!

Today we continue the series of comparisons of cars - classmates. In the queue - products of the European Auto industry: Opel Astra Series J and Ford Focus Third Generation.

So what is better, Ford Focus and Opel Astra? We understand together!

Exterior Ford Focus and Opel Astra

The Ford Focus of the Third Generation is the embodiment of the ideas of the manufacturer aimed at improving aerodynamic indicators, which affected the external appearance of the car. Soft, streamlined forms contribute to improving the aesthetics of the model. A light shade of aggressiveness gives the car solidity. The front headlights acquired a "predatory look", and in combination with tumshots of the trapezoidal form and the updated grid of the radiator A la Aston Martin, it can be rightfully called the "predator" of roads. The model is offered to Russian buyers with three types of body: 4-door sedan, 5-door hatchback and wagon:

Ford Focus 3 Sedan Body

Ford Focus 3 with Body Universal and Hatchback

"Opel Astra" j has more classical outlines, signs of German stability and reliability? The grille of the radiator of a new design, oblong headlights and modern stylish fog-tumanks - all this, in the complex, gave the car the dynamics of the image, elegance and awareness on the road. Before caring from the market, the model was offered to Russian buyers with four body types: 4-door sedan, 5-door hatchback and station wagon, 3-door merchant hatchback:

Interior: "Opel Astra" or "Ford Focus 3"

Salon "Opel Astra" J is made in classic dark colors. Seat material wear-resistant, on request - leatherette. Color, in basic configuration, gray.

The front console is made of differential plastics, in terms of the quality of materials and ergonomics as a whole, it objectively loses "focus". The dashboard with chrome-plated digital edging devices looks stylish and rich. Due to the soft backlight, all the indicators are visible perfectly.

The screen of the on-board computer is located between the tachometer and speedometer. And in the top versions, in the upper part of the central console there is a large display of multimediasystems and navigation.

In expensive versions on the steering wheel there is a climate control management console, telephone callsaudio system. On the rear seats "Astra" is spacious than in "focus".

The "Ford Focus 3" draws attention to the quality and at the same time practical material. Seats are covered with water-repellent cloth, and in the top versions there is an opportunity to order a combined upholstery with inserts from high-quality leatherette. The color of the salon finishes buyer can choose at its discretion: from creamy to dark gray.

Modern and stylish dashboard It is convenient to keep track of instrument readings without being distracted by car management.

The steering wheel in expensive versions is equipped with the onboard system control panel, starting with the control of the multimedia system and ending with the on-board computer settings that are responsible for the comfortable use of the car. I have an opportunity voice control A number of functions of multimediasystems. The focus is more convenient for the front seats than in Astra.

The volume of the Ford Focus trunk is: for a sedan - 372 liters (one of the smallest trunk in the classroom), for hatchback - from 277 liters (with undiscreputed rear seats) up to 1062 liters in a transformed form (with folded rear armchairs), for the station wagon - from 476 to 1502 liters.

Volume trunk Opel. Astra In all cases more: For a sedan - quite a decent 460 liter, for a 5-door hatchback - from 370 liters (with undressed rear seats) to 1235 liters in a transformed form (with folded rear armchairs), for a station wagon - from 500 to 1550 l .

Specifications Ford Focus

Engine type on most models Ford Focus - atmospheric, 1.6 liter volume, which by the way are now produced in Russia, at the new Motor Ford Sollers factory in Elabuga, with a large share of details and raw materials of Russian origin. We wrote about it. Depending on the level of forsing, it develops 85 hp (Such a motor is placed only on the hatchback in the basic version, exclusively with a 5-speed mechanic, from 834 thousand rubles), as well as 105 and 125 hp, these two power aggregate can be combined as with a 5-speed manual transmission (from 971 and 1 million 006 thousand rubles, respectively) and with a 6-speed "robotic" checkpoint (from 1 million 011 thousand rubles and 1 million 046 thousand rubles, respectively) . And on the top of the gamma - the 150-housing turbo engine EcoBoost, which is combined exclusively with a 6-speed classic "automatic" (from 1 million 196 thousand rubles).

The ecoBoost family turbo engine appeared on Russian Ford Focus quite recently, it pleases an excellent product with low fuel consumption.

Specifications Opel Astra J

Opel Astra Generation J is also preferably equipped gasoline engine The volume of 1.6 liters, but only with one level of forcing (115 hp). And in recent years, before leaving the brand with russian market (Perhaps in solidarity with Western sanctions?), Turbops were actively supplied with a volume of 1.4 liters (140 hp) or 1.6 liters (170 hp for station wagon and 3-door hatchback, or 180 hp For sedan and 5-door hatchback), occasionally met a 2-liter turbodiesel with a capacity of 130 hp. "Astra" was equipped with a selection of a mechanical five-speed gearbox or automatic six-speed.

All engines on Opel Astra belonged to the Ecotec family

Test Drive Ford Focus and Opel Astra

When conducting a joint test drive, it turned out that both models confidently feel on the road. The difference is manifested only in the nuances and not too large. In general, Ford Focus is slightly better in terms of controllability, he is smallerly launched on the bins and at acceleration, delivers more "driver's pleasure" (while we leave 3-door "Astra" for the scenes). The usual Opel Astra behave a little more comfortable on our roads, compared to "focus", less reacting to a different road trifle.

Summarize: Ford Focus or Opel Astra

And in technical parameters, and on behavior on the road both models are pretty close. When choosing the main issue there may be personal preferences, some of the nuances of the differences - which was described above. And most importantly, Ford Focus continues to be in the Russian market, this means the best availability service and the availability of spare parts, greater selection of models on secondary market. At the same time, Opel Astra has a considerable number of fans who appreciated the interesting design of the machine, and a rather successful total balance of the quality of the car. And what to choose, to solve you, maybe some of my comments will be useful for you.