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CUPRA Formentor vs Ford Focus comparison

Compare performance (390 HP vs 280 HP), boot space and price (35,800 £ vs 27,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Formentor or Ford Focus?

CUPRA Formentor vs Ford Focus: Key differences

CUPRA Formentor

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit more trunk space
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Ford Focus

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • marginally 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

Formentor

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 markedly cheaper – starting at 27,500 £ , while the CUPRA Formentor costs 35,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,237 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Formentor uses 1.4 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Ford Focus with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3.5 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 CUPRA Formentor offers clearly more power – delivering 390 HP compared to 280 HP. That’s roughly 110 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Formentor is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the Ford Focus takes 5.7 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Formentor delivers moderately more torque with 480 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm more.

Formentor

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 marginally lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 1,434 kg. The difference is around 104 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Formentor offers a bit more boot space – 450 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 58 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Focus carries only slightly more – 560 kg compared to 526 kg. That’s a difference of about 34 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Formentor holds a decisive overall lead 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 £35,800
Formentor

CUPRA Formentor

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 390 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.4 - 10.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 117 - 126 km
CUPRA Formentor
Ford Focus

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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CUPRA Formentor

The CUPRA Formentor blends sporty driving dynamics with crossover practicality, delivering sharp handling and an engaging character that makes it fun on twisty roads as well as in daily driving. Inside, it pairs a driver-focused cabin and premium materials with clever practicality, offering a confident, distinctive alternative to conventional SUVs.

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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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CUPRA Formentor
Ford Focus

Costs and Consumption

Price
35,800 - 62,500 £
Price
27,500 - 42,700 £
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
117 - 126 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
32 - 229 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
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,434 - 1,742 kg
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,529 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
Trunk capacity
392 L
Length
-
Length
4,382 - 4,397 mm
Width
1,839 - 1,852 mm
Width
1,825 - 1,844 mm
Height
-
Height
1,438 - 1,482 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,354 L
Payload
439 - 526 kg
Payload
495 - 560 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 390 HP
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Torque
250 - 480 Nm
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
110 - 287 kW
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 2,261 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, D, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Ford
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