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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs Ford Focus comparison

Compare performance (392 HP vs 280 HP), boot space and price (46,200 £ vs 27,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe or Ford Focus?

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs Ford Focus: Key differences

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

  • visibly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space
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Ford Focus

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  • significantly cheaper
  • marginally more efficient
  • visibly 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

4 Series Gran 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 significantly cheaper – starting at 27,500 £ , while the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe costs 46,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,686 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Focus uses 4.9 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe offers visibly more power – delivering 392 HP compared to 280 HP. That’s roughly 112 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Ford Focus takes 5.7 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe delivers markedly more torque with 650 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 230 Nm more.

4 Series Gran Coupe

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 visibly lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 365 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe offers somewhat more boot space – 470 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 78 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Focus carries moderately more – 560 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe 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 £46,200
4 Series Gran Coupe

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 184 - 392 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5 - 7.8 L/100km
BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
Ford Focus

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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe marries coupe-like drama with hatchback practicality, offering a sloping roofline that still lets you load bags without a wrestling match. It steers with familiar BMW poise, so buyers after sporty looks and everyday usability get the best of both worlds—and a car that makes the commute feel a bit more glamorous.

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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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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
Ford Focus

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,200 - 68,800 £
Price
27,500 - 42,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.8 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
-
co2
131 - 179 g/km
co2
117 - 183 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
52 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,695 - 1,935 kg
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,529 kg
Trunk capacity
470 L
Trunk capacity
392 L
Length
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Length
4,382 - 4,397 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Width
1,825 - 1,844 mm
Height
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Height
1,438 - 1,482 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,354 L
Payload
480 kg
Payload
495 - 560 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 392 HP
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Torque
300 - 650 Nm
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
135 - 288 kW
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 2,261 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Ford
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