2015 Ford Focus SE

The 2015 Focus is Ford's compact car, offered as a sedan or a hatchback, and it competes with the likes of the Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla. The Focus is known for its sharp handling and composed ride, making it one of the more engaging cars in its class. Inside, you get a well-designed cabin with supportive seats and a hatchback that offers flexible cargo space for its size. Some owners have reported transmission shudder or hesitation, especially at low speeds, so it's worth a thorough test drive. The SE is the volume trim, offering a good balance of features for the price; step up to the Titanium for leather and a larger touchscreen. Its 2.0L I4 makes 160 horsepower and pairs with a five-speed manual; with the manual, you get 30 mpg combined. The SE hatchback's rear seats fold flat to open up 44.8 cubic feet of cargo space, which is generous for a compact car.