Quote Originally Posted by h12
I think we're probably down to Altis 1.6E, Mazda 1.6S, Mazda 1.6V and Ford Focus Trend 1.6. So if it's value for money, what would you guys choose?
For you, I'd pick the Ford Focus Trend.

It has a very comfortable ride like the Altis but still handles well like the Mazda3. It has a more lively interior color combination (compared to the dark & serious Mazda3 and the oh-so-boring Corolla). The Focus' A/T is also a lot better than the sluggish A/T of the Mazda3.

What's not to like about the Focus? For me it would be the exterior look though it is still a notch above the bare sheetmetal look of the Altis - but is still not as suave as the Mazda3. The Focus Sport Hatchback looks a lot better with those gorgeous tail lamps & flowing C-pillar.