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BMW XM vs Ford Focus comparison

Compare performance (748 HP vs 280 HP), boot space and price (116,100 £ vs 27,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW XM or Ford Focus?

BMW XM vs Ford Focus: Key differences

BMW XM

  • clearly more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space
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Ford Focus

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly 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

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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 substantially cheaper – starting at 27,500 £ , while the BMW XM costs 116,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 88,628 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW XM uses 4.7 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the Ford Focus with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

Focus

Engine and Performance:

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 XM offers clearly more power – delivering 748 HP compared to 280 HP. That’s roughly 468 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW XM is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Ford Focus takes 5.7 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW XM delivers substantially more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 580 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: BMW XM offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Focus is significantly lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 1,365 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW XM offers markedly more boot space – 527 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 135 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Focus carries very slightly more – 560 kg compared to 525 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Focus is slightly ahead 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.

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Ford Focus

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 280 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 8 L/100km
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BMW XM

The BMW XM is an unapologetically bold flagship that fuses brash, hyper-styled presence with the kind of luxury that commands attention wherever it goes. Inside it's a leather-clad showpiece loaded with modern tech and a driving personality that blends theatrical muscle with refined grand-tourer composure—ideal for buyers who want drama and comfort in equal measure.

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Reviews BMW XM

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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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Reviews Ford Focus

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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Henk
28 Dec 2025, 23:33:18

Good handling and more than enough pulling power from the 1.5‑litre EcoBoost.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
116,100 - 159,300 £
Price
27,500 - 42,700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.3 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
78 - 80 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
105 - 119 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
7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,695 - 2,795 kg
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,529 kg
Trunk capacity
527 L
Trunk capacity
392 L
Length
-
Length
4,382 - 4,397 mm
Width
2,005 mm
Width
1,825 - 1,844 mm
Height
-
Height
1,438 - 1,482 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,354 L
Payload
505 - 525 kg
Payload
495 - 560 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
476 - 748 HP
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Torque
700 - 1,000 Nm
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
350 - 550 kW
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Engine capacity
2,998 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 2,261 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Ford
What drive types are available for the BMW XM?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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