What would you recommend I replace my 2011 Ford Focus with?

I'm looking to replace my 2011 Focus 1.6 Ecoboost Titanium. I like the Focus handling and performance but note previous comments that the Focus has been superseded by competitors. What would be you recommend as an alternative now? I do about 10,000 miles per year.

Asked on 19 February 2017 by Drennie

Answered by Honest John
The latest facelift Volkswagen Golf 1.5 TSI 150 is probably best of the lot now: www.honestjohn.co.uk/road-tests/volkswagen/volkswa.../
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