Focus XR5, makes you think twice when buying an astra VXR
Just read the Ford Focus XR5 review in this month's Wheels magazine. As everyone has been saying, the wheels team found it to be a great handler and capable when compared to an XR6 turbo and a WRX. Not as quick in a straight line as either of the above (or the VXR) but a well built and polished fun machine. I dont think that $36990 is a bargain for a compact hatchback, but when compared to mid $40K's for a VXR it seems to be money well spent.
Also the lack of an Auto option puts a smile on my face. Learn to drive a car properly you automatic hippies!
If my Astra CDX suddenly increased in value to $36990, id definitely trader her in for a bright orange XR5.