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Audi Q5 vs Ford Focus comparison

Compare performance (367 HP vs 280 HP), boot space and price (46,400 £ vs 27,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q5 or Ford Focus?

Audi Q5 vs Ford Focus: Key differences

Audi Q5

4.1 (8 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Ford Focus

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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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

Q5

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Ford Focus is significantly cheaper – starting at 27,500 £ , while the Audi Q5 costs 46,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,857 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi Q5 uses 2.5 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Ford Focus with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.4 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 Q5 offers markedly more power – delivering 367 HP compared to 280 HP. That’s roughly 87 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q5 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Ford Focus takes 5.7 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q5 delivers noticeably more torque with 580 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 160 Nm more.

Q5

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Focus is considerably lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 1,910 kg. The difference is around 580 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q5 offers noticeably more boot space – 520 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 128 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q5 carries barely more – 565 kg compared to 560 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q5 is far 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 £46,400
Q5

Audi Q5

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 204 - 367 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.5 - 8.3 L/100km
  • Electric Range 92 - 100 km
Audi Q5
Ford Focus

Costs and Consumption

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Audi Q5

The Audi Q5 is a refined compact luxury SUV that blends a plush, well-appointed interior with confident, composed handling suited to everyday driving. It’s a strong choice if you want a comfortable, technology-rich cabin and a practical, upscale package that feels polished on both city streets and longer trips.

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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 Q5
Ford Focus

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,400 - 79,600 £
Price
27,500 - 42,700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
92 - 100 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
56 - 189 g/km
co2
117 - 183 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
52 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,910 - 2,245 kg
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,529 kg
Trunk capacity
433 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
392 L
Length
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Length
4,382 - 4,397 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,825 - 1,844 mm
Height
-
Height
1,438 - 1,482 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,354 L
Payload
490 - 565 kg
Payload
495 - 560 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 367 HP
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Torque
340 - 580 Nm
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
150 - 270 kW
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,995 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 2,261 cm3

General

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