Focus sedan III vs Emgrand EC7 I: which is better?
Ford Focus sedan III (2010–2019) vs Geely Emgrand EC7 I (2009–2016): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Ford Focus sedan III
Geely Emgrand EC7 ISpecifications
| Ford Focus sedan III | Geely Emgrand EC7 I | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2010–2019 | 2009–2016 |
| Body | sedan | sedan |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 1.6 Ti-VCT | 1.8 |
| Power, up to | 125 hp | 126 hp |
| Torque, up to | 159 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Gearbox | dual-clutch (DCT) | manual |
| Drive | front-wheel drive | front-wheel drive |
| Length | 4 534 mm | 4 635 mm |
| Width | 1 823 mm | 1 789 mm |
| Height | 1 484 mm | 1 470 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 648 mm | 2 650 mm |
| Fuel tank | 55 L | 50 L |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 13 675 ₸ | ≈ 15 075 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Ford Focus sedan III
Pros
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Ford Duratec/Zetec/EcoBoost engine: Duratec suffers timing belt and ignition coil wear
- Ford PowerShift DPS6 gearbox: dry clutch vibration and jerking
Engine (Ford Duratec/Zetec/EcoBoost): on Duratec — timing belt and ignition coil wear; on EcoBoost — overheating and coolant leaks on the 1.6.
Gearbox (Ford PowerShift DPS6): dry clutch vibration and jerks; axle seal leaks onto the clutch; control unit failure.
Geely Emgrand EC7 I
Pros
- No data
Cons
- Engine Mitsubishi 4G6x/4G18: timing belt and balance shaft belt failure
Engine (Mitsubishi 4G6x/4G18): timing belt and balance shaft belt snapping; worn engine mounts.
Which one to choose
- Focus sedan III — if you care more about: fuel tank, kz tax 2026.
- Emgrand EC7 I — if you care more about: power, torque, wheelbase.
The condition of a specific car matters more than the model: check the service history and get the engine and gearbox inspected before buying.
FAQ
Which is more powerful: Focus sedan III or Emgrand EC7 I?
Focus sedan III: up to 125 hp, Emgrand EC7 I: up to 126 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: Focus sedan III — about 13 675 ₸, Emgrand EC7 I — about 15 075 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.