1. Differences Between Ford Focus Models 2. Base Price The 2011 Ford Focus S starts at $16,640, while the SE starts at $17,270. The SES had a manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) of $18,870, and the SEL's MSRP was $19,670. The difference in price comes from the SES and SEL's sporty trim options and standard features, including leather-wrapped steering and SYNC audio connectivity. These features are not available on the S and SE trims, or they are available only as extra-cost options. 3. Transmission A five-speed manual transmission is standard on the S, SE and SES models, and a four-speed automatic transmission is optional. The SEL is only available with a four-speed automatic transmission. Interior The 2011 Ford Focus SES and SEL trims come standard with metallic instrument panel applique and ambient interior lighting, which are not available on the S and SE trims. Sirius satellite radio connectivity is standard on all trims except the S. Heated front seats and leather-trimmed seats are optional on the SES, standard on the SEL and unavailable on the S and SE trims. 4. Exterior The SES and SEL trims come standard with a chrome exhaust tip, fog lamps and head and tail lamps surrounded by dark chrome. Only the fog lamps are available as an option on the SE trim, and none of these features are available on the S. 5. Source: http://www.ehow.com/list_7355385_differences -between-ford-focus-models.html Images: http://www.sinclairford.com.au/focus- models.html