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BMW 5 Series Touring vs Ford Focus comparison
Compare performance (727 HP vs 280 HP), boot space and price (52,500 £ vs 27,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 5 Series Touring or Ford Focus?
BMW 5 Series Touring vs Ford Focus: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
5 Series Touring
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 clearly cheaper – starting at 27,500 £ , while the BMW 5 Series Touring costs 52,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,028 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 5 Series Touring uses 2.3 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Ford Focus with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.6 L/100km.
Focus
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 5 Series Touring offers considerably more power – delivering 727 HP compared to 280 HP. That’s roughly 447 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Touring is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Ford Focus takes 5.7 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 5 Series Touring delivers substantially more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 580 Nm more.
5 Series Touring
Space and Everyday Use:
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Ford Focus is clearly lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 1,850 kg. The difference is around 520 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW 5 Series Touring offers clearly more boot space – 570 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 178 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 5 Series Touring carries very slightly more – 620 kg compared to 560 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The BMW 5 Series Touring is clearly superior 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 £52,500
BMW 5 Series Touring
BMW 5 Series Touring
Ford Focus
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BMW 5 Series Touring
The BMW 5 Series Touring takes executive elegance and stretches it into a practical estate, marrying refined interior comfort with everyday usability. It drives with reassuring poise, offers plenty of space for luggage or a small life's worth of gear, and somehow manages to look sharper than most saloons in the car park — a compelling choice if you want luxury without surrendering practicality.
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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 5 Series Touring
Ford Focus
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
52,500 - 126,200 £
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Price
27,500 - 42,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 6.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
65 - 98 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
53 - 157 g/km
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co2
117 - 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
Estate
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Body Type
Hatchback
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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
1,850 - 2,550 kg
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Curb weight
1,330 - 1,529 kg
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Trunk capacity
500 - 570 L
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Trunk capacity
392 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,382 - 4,397 mm
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Width
1,900 - 1,970 mm
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Width
1,825 - 1,844 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,438 - 1,482 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,354 L
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Payload
500 - 620 kg
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Payload
495 - 560 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol 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
Automatic 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
197 - 727 HP
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Power HP
115 - 280 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
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Torque
330 - 1,000 Nm
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Torque
170 - 420 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
145 - 535 kW
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Power kW
85 - 206 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 4,395 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 2,261 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, C
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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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