What is the most reliable transmission for a Ford Focus?

I'm looking to buy a used Ford Focus, but I've heard about issues with certain transmissions. Which transmission should I look for to avoid any potential problems?

I recommend looking for a Ford Focus with a manual transmission. They tend to have less issues and offer better fuel efficiency.

As a mechanic, I've seen many problems with the automatic transmissions in Ford Focuses. I suggest avoiding them if possible.

I have a Ford Focus with a dual-clutch automatic transmission and I haven't had any issues so far. Just make sure to stay up to date on maintenance.