Got a new Golf GTD 18 months ago, brilliant all round motor, fast, economical, long service intervals, mine hasnt missed a beat.
I've had 2 Ford Focus in past and whilst they drive nicely, both mine had niggly faults. Interiors are cheap feeling.
Got two mates who are Impreza fanboys. Good all round motors with bomb proof reliability. WRX STi models are awesome.