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Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe vs Ford Focus comparison

Compare performance (770 HP vs 280 HP), boot space and price (306,000 £ vs 27,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe or Ford Focus?

Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe vs Ford Focus: Key differences

Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe

  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Ford Focus

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

DBS Superleggera Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Ford Focus is substantially cheaper – starting at 27,500 £ , while the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe costs 306,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 278,486 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Focus uses 4.9 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe with 13.5 L/100km. The difference is about 8.6 L/100km.

Focus

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe offers clearly more power – delivering 770 HP compared to 280 HP. That’s roughly 490 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Ford Focus takes 5.7 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe is clearly faster – reaching 338 km/h, while the Ford Focus tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 88 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe delivers considerably more torque with 900 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 480 Nm more.

DBS Superleggera Coupe

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Ford Focus offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Focus is noticeably lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 1,845 kg. The difference is around 515 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ford Focus offers visibly more boot space – 392 L compared to 270 L. That’s a difference of about 122 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Focus carries markedly more – 560 kg compared to 420 kg. That’s a difference of about 140 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Focus is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

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Focus

Ford Focus

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 115 - 280 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 8 L/100km
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Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe

The Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe looks like it was chiseled by a sculptor with a need for speed, pairing aristocratic elegance with a deliberately brutal stance. It delivers a mood‑altering soundtrack and intoxicating shove that turns ordinary drives into cinematic escapes — perfect for buyers who want drama without sacrificing refinement.

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Ford Focus

The Ford Focus remains a clever all‑rounder that balances sharp handling with everyday comfort, making it a strong choice whether your commute is city streets or country lanes. Its practical cabin and sensible running costs mean you’ll spend more time enjoying the drive and less time worrying about ownership, with a playful streak underfoot that keeps things interesting.

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Henk
28 Dec 2025, 23:33:18

Good handling and more than enough pulling power from the 1.5‑litre EcoBoost.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
306,000 £
Price
27,500 - 42,700 £
Consumption L/100km
13.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
314 g/km
co2
117 - 183 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
75 L
Fuel tank capacity
52 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
3
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,845 kg
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,529 kg
Trunk capacity
270 L
Trunk capacity
392 L
Length
4,715 mm
Length
4,382 - 4,397 mm
Width
1,970 mm
Width
1,825 - 1,844 mm
Height
1,285 mm
Height
1,438 - 1,482 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,354 L
Payload
420 kg
Payload
495 - 560 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
770 HP
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Max Speed
338 km/h
Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Torque
900 Nm
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
12
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
566 kW
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Engine capacity
5,204 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 2,261 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
Brand
Aston Martin
Brand
Ford
What drivetrain options does the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe have?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive.

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