The end for the Ford Focus: These alternatives are now worth it!
In May 2025, the compact car segment will lose a classic: the Ford Focus will be discontinued, and demand for the compact car has continued to fall. But for those who have learned to love the Focus as a practical and fast city runabout, this will be a great loss. It's time to start looking for Focus alternatives now – we've got the top 5 for you!
What does a Ford Focus alternative have to offer?
The Ford Focus can look back on a 20-year construction history. Many millions of units were sold – no wonder, because the compact car had a lot to offer:
- Plenty of space in the back seat
- Sporty but relatively economical petrol engines
- Great driving comfort
What do the alternatives have to offer?
VW Golf
The toughest competitor and now probably the best alternative is the VW Golf. With an entry-level price starting at around € 22,600, it is a bit cheaper than the Focus and also has a little more to offer in the new generation – for example, a full-fledged head-up display. On the other hand, the Focus looks a little more – but that's a matter of taste, of course.
However, the Golf is a good alternative, because you will also find enough space in the Wolfsburg and even a plug-in hybrid can be selected for the engine selection.
Opel Astra
The Opel Astra is available from just under € 25,900 at Carwow and is another great alternative to the Focus. Thanks to the new Opel brand face, the Astra comes across as very modern and convinces with a lot of comfort and modern technology.
The Opel is a little more expensive than the Ford, but basically everything you need is in it. The Astra also has a good reputation in terms of reliability, so it is a good choice.
Seat Leon
Der kompakte Spanier ist seit Jahren ein beliebter Kompaktwagen und damit auch eine weitere Alternative zum Ford Focus. Wer gutes Design schätzt, kommt mit dem Seat Leon auf seine Kosten – wer sich jung geblieben fühlt, würde den Leon dem Golf sicher vorziehen. Neben optischen Pluspunkten ist auch genug Platz vorhanden, um die kleine Familie in den Urlaub zu fahren.
Kia Ceed
The Kia Ceed is probably less on many people's radar when looking for a compact car. But the Korean is recommendable - with a 7-year warranty and lots of assistance systems, it is quite impressive. We have to acknowledge that the Ceed offers excellent value for money and is actually unjustly little known.
Honda Civic
The Honda Civic only comes with one engine in the current version, but it has it all. The mild hybrid is technically mature and ensures sustainable and economical consumption. The workmanship is good both inside and out and the fresh design makes the Civic modern and sporty. In terms of price, however, you have to dig a lot deeper into your pocket than with the Ford.