Compare performance (530 HP vs 280 HP), boot space and price (39,900 £ vs 28,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Saloon or Ford Focus Turnier?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Ford Focus Turnier is visibly cheaper – starting at 28,500 £ , while the BMW 3 Series Saloon costs 39,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,400 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 3 Series Saloon uses 2.4 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Ford Focus Turnier with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.6 L/100km.
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 BMW 3 Series Saloon offers clearly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 280 HP. That’s roughly 250 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Saloon is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Ford Focus Turnier takes 5.8 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 3 Series Saloon delivers markedly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 280 Nm more.
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 Turnier is moderately lighter – 1,413 kg compared to 1,575 kg. The difference is around 162 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Ford Focus Turnier offers clearly more boot space – 635 L compared to 480 L. That’s a difference of about 155 L.
When it comes to payload, the Ford Focus Turnier carries slightly more – 557 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 62 kg.
The BMW 3 Series Saloon 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.
The BMW 3 Series saloon is a driver's car in a suit, blending poised handling with a cabin that feels more premium than its practicality suggests. It’s composed enough for daily duties yet playful enough to keep weekend drives interesting, making it a sensible choice for buyers who still want to have fun.
detailsThe Ford Focus Estate packs practical, family-friendly space into a compact, poised package that feels sharper and more grown-up than its price suggests. It steers with tidy composure, offers sensible interior flexibility, and is perfect for buyers who want everyday usability without turning into a moving van.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
39,900 - 92,200 £
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Price
28,500 - 39,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 8 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
96 - 101 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
54 - 227 g/km
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co2
120 - 183 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
52 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,575 - 1,960 kg
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Curb weight
1,413 - 1,563 kg
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Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
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Trunk capacity
608 - 635 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,672 - 4,693 mm
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Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
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Width
1,825 - 1,844 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,459 - 1,504 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,653 L
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Payload
405 - 495 kg
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Payload
523 - 557 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic, Manual
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Transmission
Manual, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 530 HP
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Power HP
115 - 280 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 12.1 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
184 - 250 km/h
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Torque
250 - 700 Nm
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Torque
170 - 420 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
110 - 390 kW
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Power kW
85 - 206 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 2,261 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, 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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