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Audi A8 vs Ford Focus comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 280 HP), boot space and price (91,400 £ vs 27,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A8 or Ford Focus?

Audi A8 vs Ford Focus: Key differences

Audi A8

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Ford Focus

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably lighter
  • very slightly 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

A8

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 significantly cheaper – starting at 27,500 £ , while the Audi A8 costs 91,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 63,857 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A8 uses 4.6 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the Ford Focus with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

Focus

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A8 offers substantially more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 280 HP. That’s roughly 291 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A8 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Ford Focus takes 5.7 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A8 delivers considerably more torque with 800 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 380 Nm more.

A8

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Focus is considerably lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 2,035 kg. The difference is around 705 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ford Focus offers very slightly more boot space – 392 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 2 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A8 carries slightly more – 700 kg compared to 560 kg. That’s a difference of about 140 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A8 is clearly ahead 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.

from £91,400
A8

Audi A8

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 286 - 571 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.6 - 11.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range 58 km
Audi A8
Ford Focus

Costs and Consumption

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Audi A8

The Audi A8 arrives with the kind of quiet authority that makes other limousines feel like they’re trying too hard, offering a cabin wrapped in subtle luxury and tech that never demands attention. For buyers who want composed comfort and discreet status, it’s the sensible splurge that turns daily commutes into a private parade.

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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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Audi A8
Ford Focus

Costs and Consumption

Price
91,400 - 134,900 £
Price
27,500 - 42,700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
58 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
105 - 260 g/km
co2
117 - 183 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
52 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,035 - 2,415 kg
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,529 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
392 L
Length
-
Length
4,382 - 4,397 mm
Width
1,945 mm
Width
1,825 - 1,844 mm
Height
-
Height
1,438 - 1,482 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,354 L
Payload
525 - 700 kg
Payload
495 - 560 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 571 HP
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Torque
500 - 800 Nm
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
210 - 420 kW
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 2,261 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
Brand
Audi
Brand
Ford
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