Ford Focus or Kia Sid: trying to compare the best-selling cars in Europe. KIA Cee’d vs Ford Focus: which car is better? Sid from KIA and Focus from Ford: comparing technical characteristics

7 minutes to read.

The third generation Ford Focus was presented at the 2010 Detroit Auto Show. A feature of this model is that it will be the same for all markets. At the same time, there were previously some differences depending on the specific region (European, American, etc.). Appearance Ford focus 3 is based on the Iosis-Max concept, which is a clear representative of the kinetic style. The design of the car has been significantly improved compared to the previous generation, including the finalization rear suspension type Control Blade, as well as parts for the front and rear subframe. This platform is better and replaces previous options for various markets. As for the body types, the Ford Focus 3 was produced in the form of a sedan and a hatchback.

Among other things, in the third generation, new and modern engines EcoBoost and Getrag dry clutch transmission. The safety of the car was also significantly improved, and the total number of systems was increased.

Today's opponent is the Korean Kia Sid, which was introduced in Geneva (2012) as a replacement for the previous generation, produced for the previous 6 years. it modern car, which has all the necessary systems, which provides maximum comfort. Also, the ergonomics of the cabin are at the highest level, which is an undoubted advantage of the model. It was produced in the body of a hatchback and a station wagon and was focused primarily on the European market. Despite the class of the car, it looks quite sporty and solid due to the smoothed lines, aggressive "muzzle" and wide wheel arches. The car's bumpers only accentuate the overall design and give the Kia Ceed an arrow-like appearance.

Comparing the Kia Sid and the third generation Ford Focus is quite difficult, since both cars are very popular among consumers and have many advantages with a small number of disadvantages. In most cases, the choice is based on personal preference for appearance. Some people like the modern design of the Focus more, while others pay more attention to the rich equipment of the Ceed.

Despite the complexity of the comparison, today we will try to find out what the pros and cons of these cars, which one is better, and we will try to give recommendations on the purchase of a specific option.

Specifications

Ford Focus has a fairly large number of engines, namely gasoline:

1. 1,6l (105 hp, 124 hp).
2. 1.6l Eco Boost (150 hp, 182 hp).
3. 2l (150 hp).

The motors of the first group can be paired with five-speed gearbox transmissions, while EcoBoost can be equipped with a six-speed Robot PowerShift, or the usual mechanics. In addition to these engines, there is also a choice of a 2-liter diesel engine (140 hp), which comes exclusively with an automatic transmission.

Kia Sid is in no way inferior to its opponent if we are talking about power units. The car can have two different diesel engines - 1.6l CRDi (110 hp, 136 hp) and 1.4l CRDi. The more powerful version has an updated injection system to minimize frictional power loss when the engine is running. Concerning gasoline engines, then the following options are available:

1. 1.4l MPI (100 hp).
2. 1.6l GDI (128 hp).
3. 1.6l MPI (130 hp).

All engines, without exception, are brought to EURO 6 standards, which means their modest appetites for fuel consumption. Among other things, Kia Sid with diesel engine will have a new and modern DCT transmission with two clutches and 7 steps.

In general, the vehicles are approximately equal in terms of technology. However, one cannot fail to note the EcoBoost power units, which are better in structure and give out more power than conventional motors. Therefore, Ford has a very slight advantage in this regard. But on the other hand, the Korean has a choice of 2 diesels, which also cannot be underestimated.

Appearance

Kia Sid has a really modern and beautiful appearance that sets it apart from all other vehicles in the class. Looking ahead, we will say that in the maximum configuration it is equipped with a glass roof, and this is "space" by the standards of the class in general. The design can be safely called aggressive, as the bold headlights, the shape of the radiator grille, and the narrow line of the side windows all indicate the sporty character of the Kia Ceed.

The third generation Ford Focus has a completely revamped appearance compared to its predecessor. Despite this, the car retained all the advantages, such as a large interior, modern appearance and practicality. The huge air intake on the front bumper looks gorgeous, and the rear part attracts with original lights. Thanks to the use of the latest materials, Ford body Focus in the third generation is 15% tougher than its predecessor and 45% stronger.

As for the appearance, there is no leader here, because both cars look dignified and modern. It all depends on subjective preference.

Interior

The loin salon looks very rich, because only high-quality materials are used. The two-tone trim looks very interesting, emphasizing the overall style of the car. Dashboard on Kia Sid is divided into 3 parts, each of which has a chrome edging. As for readability, there are no questions - the information is perceived perfectly thanks to the classic combination of a black background and a red arrow.

The console on the Kia Ceed is slightly turned towards the driver and is one piece with the dashboard. The steering wheel is very comfortable, it lies well in the hands, and heating in winter is very handy. The seats are comfortable and have nothing to do with the narrow Asian options. Lateral support is sufficient and the padding is moderately soft. The back sofa will allow several passengers to feel comfortable. Also pleased with the 400-liter trunk, which is a very good indicator for a hatchback.

The Ford Focus has always been famous spacious salon and the third generation is no exception. The variety of shapes and materials in the interior is surprising, although at first a little annoying. The dashboard looks interesting, but the drawbacks are too small scales and blue backlighting, which strongly resembles China. The on-board computer includes all the necessary information, which is very easy to read. In general, ergonomics does not raise any questions. Sitting in a Ford Focus car is comfortable both in the front and in the back. The only thing that upsets the hatchback's small trunk (about 300 liters).

The salon is more successful for the Korean, since minor flaws in the Focus leave an unpleasant impression.

Complete set

Ford Focus 3 is offered in 4 trim levels:

• Ambiente.
• Trend.
• Trend Sport.
• Titanium.

The basic equipment is equipped with power windows, electric drive for mirrors, the ability to adjust the steering wheel for reach and tilt, as well as ABS systems and EBD. The rear spoiler and mirrors are in body color, and the driver's seats are adjustable in height. Among other things, there is the ability to control the lock from the remote control and the EasyFuel easy refueling mechanism.

The Trend package for the Ford Focus is a little richer and has air conditioning, an audio system with a USB port, heated mirrors and 16-radius wheels with caps. Trend Sport, in addition to all the previous options, also has ESP and EBA systems, seats with reinforced lateral support, a chrome package, an on-board computer, heated seats, leather steering wheel etc.

The maximum grade Titanium offers a wide range of different options that provide maximum comfort: leather interior, climate control, engine start with a button, rain and light sensors, and more.

Kia Ceed has more equipment, namely:

• Classic.
• Comfort.
• Premium.
• Prestige.

The basic equipment on the LED has almost the same set of options as on the Focus. For a minimal price, you can get body-colored mirrors and door handles, mud flaps, and a glove box with refrigerator function.

Subsequent configurations of the Kia Ceed are richer and include all kinds of heating (seats, windshield, steering wheel), fog lights, turn signal repeaters, climate control and much more. The top-end Prestige equipment will make you feel really gorgeous, because it has various electronic assistants, xenon headlights and others. useful options.

So, generally speaking, the Kia Ceed has more trim levels, and they have a wider range of options. At the same time, it cannot be said that the equipment of the Ford Focus does not provide everything necessary. Still, a small advantage here is on the side of the Korean.

Did you know that every third Kia cee "d" sold in Russia is a station wagon? This is one of the most popular "sheds" in our market, because it is relatively affordable. In the hottest segment where Rio, Solaris and other Polo , there are simply no cars with a "wagon" body, if you do not take the Lada. Therefore, at least some demanding buyers have to move up a class, where the most realistic alternative to the Sid is the Focus. The station wagon in the sales of this Ford model is also a significant 17% ...

Ford focus

Kia cee'd_sw

Another similarity between Focus and cee "d_sw is visual. It was as if the cars were specially given to us in similar shades to make it easier to look for differences! But this is where their commonality ends: both in technology and in consumer properties they are antipodes. Take, for example, the engine. The top engine for the cee "d is a 135-horsepower 1.6 aspirated with direct injection, and Ford moved into a turbo camp with a 150-horsepower 1.5. It's the same with gearboxes: the most powerful cee "d has a 6-speed robot, while Ford has an automatic with the same number of gears.

Equipped Ford and Kia are about the same, but the age of Ford gives itself away. Being 2 years older, the Focus has a mechanical handbrake instead of an electric one, no keyless entry, and so on in the little things. But at the same time, it successfully invigorates: the multimedia system here is fresh and beautiful (even though it erased all the files in my smartphone because of a glitch), and the rear-view camera draws a dynamic trajectory against the static one in Kia. And then there is the frontal heating, which the Kia station wagon lacks.

The cee "d suspension is stiff, and that's not always a bad thing - many drivers love focus and precision. But Kia's problem is that spring-loaded dampers don't provide energy, so bumps and bumps are often accompanied by shaking and unpleasant sounds. The Focus has a much better chassis: It flies through the speed bumps with ease.Gently absorbing the shock and not annoying rumbling, the Focus suspension allows you to ride more calmly and faster on any surface.

photos

At the same time, the Focus also recklessly drives and is able to please the driver with liveliness of maneuvers. But the toughness of the Kia is not a sign of drive. The steering wheel is "empty", as auto critics like to say. It is very easy to rotate it (in tight parking lots and in the city it is even cool), but high-speed cornering is fraught with uncertainty. But most drivers not only will not feel this, but will not distinguish a robot from a machine! This is the highest praise for the Kia engineers who managed to get the smoothness of a conventional torque converter box out of the dual-clutch transmission.

The clutches in Kia do not overheat, there are no jerks and vibrations typical for the "popular" DSG. Even when driving vnatyag in hours of traffic jams! But in the most powerful "Focus" a classic automatic machine is installed, which works smartly and does not raise questions about the logic of switching. But we have suspicions that it is not perfect either: the box on the test car allowed too sharp a start when switching from D to R and vice versa, and the same unit on one of the test Mondeo was generally almost dead after 10 thousand test kilometers.

From a naturally aspirated Kia, decent power can only be obtained at high revs. But until you get to them ... In the rest of the range, you have to drive the car with all your might with a lazy gas pedal to the dull hum of the engine (or else the fervent roar of Focus!) Partly the transfer of the transmission selector to "sport" saves, but you will have to pay for it with an increased noise, increased fuel consumption and accelerator nervousness.

Then, in 2011, the third-generation Ford Focus had just appeared on the market. He caused a lot of gossip, criticism and enthusiasm. They argued about the new exterior and interior design, chassis settings and the feasibility of an abundance of options, which were then found mainly in the segment of expensive rather than affordable models. And yet time has shown that new Focus became a worthy successor to his "grandfather" in terms of popularity. And although cumulatively Opel astra won the duel, it was clear that the future was behind the electronics-rich mass models such as the Focus.

Presented

A little more, and the Ford Focus can be called the Russian national car: more than half a million of them run on our roads. The model has been produced in Russia since 2002. In 2011, the third generation appeared on sale. Its main difference from its predecessors was a new, even brighter design (especially of the interior) and the widest possibilities for equipping with the most modern security and comfort systems. In addition, PowerShift robotic transmissions are introduced for the first time on the Focus. True, the price of well-packaged versions has become far from "popular". However, the growing prosperity of Russians, who had already risen after the 2008 crisis, left the current Focus in the first lines of popularity ratings.

Ford Focus Trend Sport 1.6 (125 HP) automatic transmission - 902 900 rubles. and Kia cee "d Premium 1.6 (129 hp) automatic transmission - 959,000 rubles.

Ford Focus Trend Sport 1.6 (125 HP) automatic transmission - 902 900 rubles. and Kia cee "d Premium 1.6 (129 hp) automatic transmission - 959,000 rubles.

Kia cee "d" traces its history back to 2006, and he received a Russian residence permit in 2007, when he began to leave the gates of the Avtotor plant in Kaliningrad. The current, second, generation saw the light of day in 2012. The new cee "d surprised many "Adult" design, quality finishes and level of equipment. If earlier it was appreciated mainly for its affordable price, relative reliability and practicality, now it is attracted by a much more demanding buyer. This is not surprising, because the starting price, albeit reasonably, has grown noticeably, but the price "finish" has almost everything that was previously available only in much more expensive cars.

Looked

The current Kia cee "d looks very solid, especially in the top configuration with a glass roof. The design of the tightly knocked down hatchback is not devoid of aggression, which is given by the corporate shape of the radiator grill, long slanted headlights and a line of side windows tapering to the stern. Inside, the car is unexpectedly rich: good for the mass "Korean" finishing materials of the two-tone interior and a completely modern design of the front part of the cabin create a feeling of restrained respectability. The dashboard - three classic wells in chrome edging - are reliably protected from glare by a visor. Information is perceived perfectly - what could be better than a white digitized scale on a black substrate and a red illuminated arrow? The center console is slightly turned towards the driver and is a visual continuation of the tidy. Perhaps the only detail that breaks this idyll is a narrow slot on the dashboard, from which an auxiliary display with red backlighting from shame for its archaism peeps out furtively. too big, grippy, comfortable, with a pleasant winter trifle - electric heating. The number of buttons on the steering wheel, as well as on the center console, is quite moderate, although our cee "d is packed with electronic assistants almost at a premium level. You can forget about the former" Asian "driving position like a nightmare. Long driver's seat cushion is comfortable the shape with pronounced lateral support and moderately rigid padding of the seats do not provoke fatigue on a long journey. The second row is quite comfortable for its class. The headroom, the length and height of the cushion, the sufficient width of the cabin and the roof that does not press on the head allow you to name the rear sofa without any stretch. The trunk is not small - almost 400 liters of usable volume, which is quite decent for a compact hatchback class.

Focus, even though it has been on the market for two years, continues to amaze with its avant-garde. If its normal profile, splashes of taillights splashing forward and a “kinetic muzzle” with awkward triangular grilles on the front bumper, “occupied” by the ST sports modification, have become familiar, then inside the holiday of design revelry, opened by Focus First, continues every time. From the cacophony of details of complex shapes and variegated materials, albeit good quality, dazzling in the eyes. The instrument cluster is beautiful, like a Chinese vase, but the scales are too small and the blue "space" lighting is annoying. The auxiliary screen in the collapse between the wells of the speedometer and tachometer is quite decent in size and intricate in design: information is read from the "flipped" pages. However, to quickly find the one you need, you need to adapt to the interface. In addition, there are so many buttons and pipettes in expensive configurations, especially on the steering wheel, that it is easy to get lost in them without habit. It’s amazing how only a five-inch central display was “allowed” to this feast of colors and bizarre shapes? Do the developers really think that on it, hidden in a deep "hole" from the sunbeams, it is possible, without being distracted from the road, to see something more than the frequency of a radio station or the number of a sound track? But the driver's seat, as always, in the Focus is good - you can sit for a long time and go far. The rear is also not bad, but a little tighter than in cee "d. And the trunk is too small - it does not even reach 300 liters, and the" entrance "into it is noticeably narrower than that of the opponent. The volume can be slightly increased by ordering with the purchase (free) instead of a full-fledged spare wheel, a stowaway.However, this measure does not solve the problem of luggage placement.

Before the onset of the current crisis, Russians most often preferred budget cars of foreign brands that were assembled in our country. Moreover, the growth in prosperity led to the fact that such not cheap cars, like the Ford Focus, began to submit their applications for leadership. They are still popular now, which is associated with rather favorable prices and excellent consumer characteristics. Like other golf-class hatchbacks, they are purchased for family use, which means they are not going to change over the next several years - and therefore it is very important to evaluate every little thing when making your choice. We will try to find out which car is best suited for a modern family - Kia Sid or Ford Focus 3.

Salon

Opening the driver's door of the Ford Focus, you can involuntarily admire the variety of shapes and colors that are used by the designers of the famous car manufacturer... At the same time, the Focus strikes not only with the beauty of the interior decoration, but also with carefully thought-out ergonomics - using the multimedia system with a large round controller is almost as convenient as in BMW or expensive Volkswagen models. However, when the admiration for beauty wears off, the finish starts to cause some irritation - from the alternating alternation of silver and black in the Ford Focus, concentration is disturbed and the driver can look for the button he needs for a long time. The search for the necessary menu items is also not very well organized - if the cars of the mentioned brands use large displays of 7-10 inches, then in Ford it has a diagonal of 5 inches, and even annoys with glare when sunlight hits its surface.

The front seats, traditionally for Ford Focus, are distinguished by an ideal backrest profile, but a somewhat short cushion, which forces the driver and front passenger to raise their knees high, which does not always allow for a comfortable landing on a long journey. However, this ergonomic miscalculation can be forgiven when you consider how high-quality and beautiful materials are used for the upholstery of the seats. But behind the situation is not so joyful, and beauty is no longer able to save her. Ford Focus passengers are forced to sit with their heads bent and their legs tucked under them. In pursuit of the original body shape, Ford engineers were forced to sacrifice free space in the back row - this problem went to the current car from the first generation Focus.

If you choose Ford Focus or Kia Sid by first impression, then the Korean will not have much hope of winning. However, after a couple of hours you begin to get used to the outwardly nondescript finishing materials and the classic forms of the KIA Cee’d front panel. It becomes clear that designers and ergonomists were guided by style Volkswagen cars- this can be seen from the deflectors, the gear lever, as well as the climate control unit. And they managed to get closer to the ideal - if the Ford Focus forces you to look closely at the buttons and controllers, then here you can control most of the function intuitively without looking. The owners of the new Cee’d value the 7-inch touchscreen display very highly - although its graphics do not match the level of premium cars, the image on it always looks clear and is not illuminated by direct sunlight.

Previous-generation KIA Cee’d owners often complained that the seats in this car were more Asian than European, but in 2015 cars, both the height of the backrest and the length of the cushion allow for a comfortable position. Therefore, in comparison, Focus or Sid, the first wins only in the beauty of the upholstery. The rear of the KIA Cee’d is also much more comfortable, since the passengers have enough headroom and space to the front seats. However, the rather small dimensions of the car make themselves felt - it is very difficult for the three of us to sit on the back sofa, and you cannot call a comfortable long trip in this position.

Spaciousness

The desire to stand out from the crowd, using an unusual body shape, led not only to a decrease in space in the rear row of seats, but also to a decrease in boot volume. A capacity of 277 liters will not be enough for any cargo transportation other than delivering packages to your home from the supermarket - to transport a baby stroller when folded or take a picnic set with you, you will already need to fold the back seat. Of course, Ford Focus buyers can order a narrow spare wheel, while not receiving any material benefits, but the resulting increase in volume of 20 liters will not save the day. Loading large items in the Focus is made more difficult by the narrow width back door although the height of the trunk from ground level is not very high.

It is hard to believe that KIA Cee’d is a little shorter than its competitor, because the volume of the cargo compartment in it is equal to 380 liters. This is already enough for everyday needs, and for transporting a TV set from a home appliance store, and for going on a picnic for five of us. The only drawback of KIA Cee’d is that it is impossible to order a full spare wheel for it - the car owner will have to be content with a reduced-size “stowaway”. In terms of ease of loading, KIA has parity with Ford Focus - korean car has a wider tailgate, but has an increased clearance from the ground to the bottom of the trunk.

If we compare the Ford Focus or Kia Sid station wagons, then the difference will no longer be so significant. When raised rear seats Ford Focus provides its owner with a free space of 490 liters, while KIA Cee’d allows you to load up to 528 liters of luggage. However, when the rear sofa is lowered, the KIA Cee'd still takes the lead - an absolutely flat area is formed in it, which allows storing bulky cargo with a total volume of more than 1.6 cubic meters, while Ford's free space barely reaches 1.5 "cubic meters" and upset by the presence of a clearly visible step.

Dynamics

It should be said right away that the comparison did not include cars with turbocharged engines, which are in lineup from both manufacturers - such powertrains do not go well with the values ​​of family cars. Ford Focus with a 125-horsepower engine pleases with fairly quick responses to pressing the gas pedal, as well as confident traction at low and medium revs. With such an engine, Ford is well suited for leisurely traffic in the traffic jams of modern large cities. However, when entering high revs The Ford Focus loses its confidence and the driver has to switch to regain driving comfort. In addition, the power Focus unit upsetting with excessive noise, which in some way is even surprising for a modern car.

Five-speed "mechanics" are kind of a standard, but what does it do in a relatively expensive Ford Focus? Although such a transmission with a sufficiently "long" gear ratios perfectly matches the Ford engine with good traction at low revs. Thanks to this good combination, the Focus consumes no more than 8 liters / 100 km, even in busy traffic conditions, typical of city traffic jams.

But the power KIA unit Cee'd has a power of 10 Horse power, although the dynamic parameters of the car are practically indistinguishable from those of the competitor due to the increased weight. In addition, opinions about the KIA engine are very controversial. With a quiet ride with medium engine speeds, the Cee'd lags far behind Ford, which does not cause pleasant emotions in the driver. To keep the car "in good shape", it is necessary to constantly spin the engine up to high revs, which results in increased consumption fuel. In addition, it is uncomfortable to constantly drive in this mode, even despite the high-quality noise isolation in the KIA.

It is impossible to say unequivocally which is better - the perky character of the engine in the KIA Cee’d or the calm Ford Focus, because everyone likes their own. However, the KIA's six-speed manual transmission is not as comfortable to drive as its competitor's. Even with relatively steady driving, the driver has to shift frequently to maintain the Cee’d's high revs. The downside is the fuel consumption, which in many cases reaches 9 liters / 100 km.

Control

On the move, the Ford Focus performs well enough - it is felt that the suspension does not allow bumps on bumps, but also does not allow the car to roll in sharp turns. However, in comparison with the previous generations of drivers, its behavior has become close to the comfortable settings. On long waves of asphalt, formed from the heat, the car begins to sway, causing quite unpleasant sensations for passengers. There are several other disadvantages in the behavior of the Ford Focus on the road:

• Vibrations of the steering wheel when driving through small irregularities and cracks in the asphalt;
• Breakdown of the suspension when hitting a particularly large unevenness or when passing "speed bumps" at high speed;
• Slight longitudinal swing during hard braking.

But for what marketers call the Ford Focus, this behavior is perfectly acceptable and does not cause any trouble.

But Ford Focus is the perfect car for everyday trips! Low effort on the steering wheel will be a minus on the highway, but it will help you park near an office center or a large supermarket. Comfortable suspension settings help overcome bumps such as tram rails and small curbs. It is worth considering that Ford company listened to consumer complaints and included in the Focus preparation package for Russian conditions an increase in ground clearance from 142 to 160 millimeters.

If when comparing the past generation Kia Sid and Ford Focus 2 tended to favor Ford, but in this case the choice is not so simple. KIA engineers say the new Volkswagen and Audi models have been chosen as the reference vehicles they looked up to when tuning Cee’d's chassis. This is felt from the first kilometers - the suspension pleases with the ability to withstand even strong blows without transmitting vibrations to the body, and also allows you to confidently pass sharp turns even at high speed. The only thing in which KIA Cee’d falls short of the younger ones Audi models- so it is in the soundproofing of the bottom, as well as in the ability to drive through small irregularities without trembling on the body.

In the city, the advantages of KIA Cee'd do not lose their relevance - the car easily passes large irregularities and even climbs curbs thanks to the clearance equal to 150 mm. In addition, the car pleases with a fairly small effort on the steering wheel, which increases slightly when cornering at a small angle. It is worth noting the fact that KIA Cee’d practically does not have such annoying suspension breakdowns as in the Ford Focus.

Family values

Despite its status as a "driver's hatchback", with a change generations of Ford The Focus has lost some of the sophisticated suspension settings that made it so beloved by driving enthusiasts. Of course, the car has become somewhat more comfortable, but its roominess has not increased - Ford still disappoints with the small space in the back row of seats and in the trunk. But KIA Cee'd leaves ambiguous impressions. On the one hand, it is much better suited for family trips due to its large capacity and comfort. On the other hand, KIA Cee’d, with its engine, transmission and chassis settings, provokes the driver into dynamic driving - it occupies an intermediate position between “hot hatchbacks” and family cars, although according to general estimates it turns out better focus from all sides.

Good afternoon friends!

Today we are starting a new rubric - comparing cars of similar segments or classes.

So which is better - Ford Focus or Kia Sid?

Appearance Kia Sid and Ford Focus 3

It is quite simple to compare Kia Sid and Ford Focus in appearance. The design of the Ford Focus is flirting with the image of Aston Martin and Agent 007.

All Ford Focus sold in Russia, assembled in the Leningrad region, at a full-cycle plant in Vsevolozhsk, in the picture - a sedan

Legendary designer and practically "GOD" of the KIA brand - Peter Schreier (former VW and Audi designer, author of A6, TT and the fourth Golf) introduced Kia ceed European motives. In Russia, it is also sold with two body types: a 5-door hatchback and a station wagon. The 3-door hatchback has its own name Pro cee "d, and its sister sedan is called the Cerato. Technically, the model has direct relatives in the Hyundai camp (i30 and Elantra models)

Most of Kia Cee "dsold in Russia, with are collected in the Kaliningrad region using the "screwdriver" method, in the picture - a station wagon

Interior

The dashboard Ford Focus received a new on-board computer screen. Climate control has become dual-zone and resembles a Volvo design. Temperature knobs with rubber inserts. On the steering wheel in the top versions there are buttons for changing the volume, phone control and voice control for some of the functions.

Multimedia is represented by the updated SYNC 2 complex. Eight-inch high-resolution touchscreen display, navigation, audio. The driver and passengers enter the address into the navigator by voice. You can name a specific place (bar, cinema or shopping center)

Changes in the KIA Sid cabin are visible to the naked eye. The buttons are illuminated and finished in chrome. AVN 2.0 multimedia is new: the touch screen is stronger, the performance is improved, the interface is new. You cannot connect the mobile Internet, but the car will connect to third-party Wi-Fi and give out a weather forecast. TomTom navigation takes traffic into account. So you just need a phone or tablet - to distribute the Internet.

Roof racks

Trunk volume Ford Focus hatchback - 277 - 1062 liters, Ford Focus station wagon - 476 - 1502 liters

Trunk volume Kia Sid hatchback - 380 - 1318 liters, Kia Sid station wagon - 528 - 1642 liters

According to this indicator, the Korean tiger took the lead!

Engines

Ford Focus is equipped with naturally aspirated 1.6-liter engines of 85, 105 or 125 hp boost. with mechanical or robotic box gears, or the new 1.5 EcoBoost turbo engine with 150 hp. (his photo is in the picture below), which is combined only with a 6-speed "automatic".

The base Kia Sid is equipped with a naturally aspirated 1.4 liter 100 hp engine. with 6-speed mechanics or 1.6 with 130 hp. with mechanics or six-speed "robot" DCT with two "dry" clutches. And at the top of the Cee "d GT range, with a 1.6-liter turbo engine producing 204 hp.

The competitor in the range has much more powerful options, for example, the front-wheel drive 252-horsepower Ford Focus ST or the all-wheel drive 350-horsepower Ford Focus RS, but they are not supplied to Russia.

Price

Ford Focus hatchback prices start from 834,000 rubles with Ambiente 85 hp (only with 5-speed manual transmission) and up to 1,196,000 rubles in the Titanium configuration with a 6-speed "automatic" and the latest 1.5-liter turbo engine (150 hp). Minimum price for a hatchback with robotic gearbox - 1 million 011 rubles(105 hp)

Ford Focus station wagon stands from 991,000 rubles(105 hp) on "mechanics" up to RUB 1,216,000(150 hp) with automatic transmission

Prices for KIA Cee "d hatchbacks start from 729 900 rub in the Classic configuration "on mechanics" (100 hp) and up to 1,119,000 rubles in the Premium configuration "automatic" with a capacity of 130 hp, the version of the Cee "d GT (204 hp) - it happens only with a 6-speed" mechanics "and in the only complete set - 1 219 900 rub... The minimum price for a hatchback with automatic transmission is 879 900 rub(130 hp). KIA Cee "d SW (station wagon) worth from 854 900 rub(130 hp) with manual transmission up to 1 149 900 rub(129 hp) with automatic transmission

If we compare the most expensive of the station wagons KIA Cee "d SW - 1.6 Premium AT (129 hp, from 1 million 149 thousand 900 rubles) and similar in power Ford Focus Wagon 1.6 AT Titanium (125 hp) (from 1 million 146 thousand rubles), then as we can see, the difference in price will be 3900 rbl in favor of the "American". At the same time, the cars show almost the same parameters in terms of dynamics: acceleration from 0-100 km / h takes 11.8-11.9 seconds, maximum speed reaches 190-193 km / h.

However, the configuration of the KIA Cee "d SW wins only one goal. Without surcharges, it includes many things that buyers of the top-end" Focus "will have to pay for, for example: curtain airbags, a rear-view camera, cruise control, xenon adaptive headlights, metallic color, automatic parking system, standard navigation system, as well as a panoramic glass roof with a sunroof and an automatic parking brake, which are completely inaccessible to an American.

True, in the case of the Ford Focus, it is also possible to get a number of options that, in principle, cannot be obtained by the owner of the KIA Cee "d, but all of them are available to" fokusovodam "only for a surcharge - p programmable prestarting fuel heater, with Automatic braking system (ACS), blind spot monitoring system (BLIS), tire pressure drop monitoring system, voice control of multimedia functions, electric driver's seat, etc.

Summary

With the same consumer properties, Kia Sid wins a lot in price - for versions in comparable trim levels, as well as a general balance of cost and provided qualities. In the most luxurious top-end versions, a "Ford Focus" may be preferable - say, if you need to have maximum options in a "golf-class" car, and a distant relative of James Bond looks better in beauty.

What to choose is up to you, of course, be sure to take a test drive of both models, they go in different ways and preferences can change great, in one direction or another