Ford Focus Black Edition vs Seat Leon FR
It's certainly eye-catching, but Ford's warm Focus will also need to be convincing on the road if it's to beat the Seat Leon...
Our verdict
It’s worth mentioning that we would recommend the cheaper (and just as fun) lower-powered versions of these cars – the Focus 1.5 150 Zetec S and Seat Leon 1.4 TSI 150 FR – over both of these versions. However, if you want a bit more oomph the Seat is the better buy.
Sure, the Focus has exemplary handling, but the Leon is more fun thanks to its swifter acceleration and natural-feeling steering. It’s also roomier, cheaper to buy, better equipped and safer, so in the end it wins relatively easily.
1st - Seat Leon 1.8 TSI 180 FR
For Strong performance; fun yet easy to drive; attractive finance costs
Against Bland-looking interior; gearshift isn’t quite as slick as the Focus
Verdict A great all-rounder, although the 1.4 150 FR is an even better buy
Read the full Seat Leon review
2nd - Ford Focus 1.5 Ecoboost 182 Zetec S Black Edition
For Involving handling; fair ride comfort; excellent refinement
Against Lacklustre acceleration; higher list price; not as spacious
Verdict Fun, but one of the least recommendable Focus editions
Read the full Ford Focus review
Specifications: Ford Focus 1.5 Ecoboost
Engine size 1.5-litre petrol, turbo
Price from £22,770 (list)
Power 180bhp
Torque 177lb ft
0-60mph 9.3 seconds
Top speed 138mph
Fuel economy 39.6mpg (True MPG)
CO2 127g/km
Specificaions: Seat Leon 1.8 TSI
Engine size 1.8-litre petrol, turbo
Price from £21,565 (list)
Power 178bhp
Torque 184lb ft
0-62mph 7.9 seconds
Top speed 140mph
Fuel economy 37.7mpg (True MPG)
CO2 138g/km
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