i30 v 3 v Focus

[Crazy Dazz]

My Daughter has a on older Ford Focus, and has loved it. She's in the market for a new car, and initially wanted another Focus. Much as it breaks my heart, I have steered her away from Ford, because of concerns over the Power-**** tranny.

So we're looking at an i30, maybe a Mazda 3.
Anyone bought one within the last couple of years? Any points to note between them?

With the Hyundai, is it worth paying for the 2.0l direct injected model?