Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Ford Focus has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 27500 £, while the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer costs 31000 £. That’s a price difference of around 3514 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW 2 Series Active Tourer manages with 2.90 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Ford Focus with 4.90 L. The difference is about 2 L per 100 km.
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 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer has a a bit edge – offering 326 HP compared to 280 HP. That’s roughly 46 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 5.50 s, while the Ford Focus takes 5.70 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Ford Focus performs slight better – reaching 250 km/h, while the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer tops out at 238 km/h. The difference is around 12 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 2 Series Active Tourer pulls to a small extent stronger with 477 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 57 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Ford Focus is slightly lighter – 1330 kg compared to 1545 kg. The difference is around 215 kg.
In terms of boot space, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer offers to a small extent more room – 470 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 78 L.
In maximum load capacity, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer performs barely noticeable better – up to 1455 L, which is about 101 L more than the Ford Focus.
When it comes to payload, Ford Focus minimal takes the win – 560 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.
Overall, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
The BMW 2 Series Active Tourer turns the family MPV into something you’d actually want to park outside a café, pairing compact practicality with surprisingly premium cabin flair. It won’t thrill like a sports car, but it drives with the composed poise you expect from the badge and keeps daily life easy and un-fussy.
detailsThe 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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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
31000 - 48000 £
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Price
27500 - 42700 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 6.2 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
82 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
14.20 kWh
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Battery Capacity
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co2
65 - 140 g/km
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co2
117 - 183 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
52 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
MPV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1545 - 1920 kg
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Curb weight
1330 - 1529 kg
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Trunk capacity
406 - 470 L
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Trunk capacity
392 L
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Length
4386 mm
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Length
4382 - 4397 mm
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Width
1824 mm
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Width
1825 - 1844 mm
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Height
1576 mm
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Height
1438 - 1482 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1370 - 1455 L
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Max trunk capacity
1354 L
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Payload
465 - 505 kg
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Payload
495 - 560 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
122 - 326 HP
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Power HP
115 - 280 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 10.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
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Max Speed
195 - 238 km/h
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Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
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Torque
230 - 477 Nm
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Torque
170 - 420 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
90 - 240 kW
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Power kW
85 - 206 kW
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Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 2261 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2022 - 2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Ford
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.