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Ford Focus Turnier vs Dacia Sandero comparison

Compare performance (280 HP vs 122 HP), boot space and price (28,500 £ vs 11,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Focus Turnier or Dacia Sandero?

Ford Focus Turnier vs Dacia Sandero: Key differences

Ford Focus Turnier

  • considerably more power
  • barely more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space
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Dacia Sandero

3.6 (8 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • noticeably 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

Focus Turnier

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Dacia Sandero is significantly cheaper – starting at 11,000 £ , while the Ford Focus Turnier costs 28,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,580 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Focus Turnier uses 5 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Dacia Sandero with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

Sandero

Engine and Performance:

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 Ford Focus Turnier offers considerably more power – delivering 280 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 158 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Focus Turnier is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.8 s, while the Dacia Sandero takes 9.7 s. That’s about 3.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Focus Turnier delivers clearly more torque with 420 Nm compared to 200 Nm. That’s about 220 Nm more.

Focus Turnier

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, Dacia Sandero is noticeably lighter – 1,100 kg compared to 1,413 kg. The difference is around 313 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ford Focus Turnier offers considerably more boot space – 635 L compared to 372 L. That’s a difference of about 263 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Focus Turnier carries visibly more – 557 kg compared to 436 kg. That’s a difference of about 121 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Focus Turnier stands well ahead of its rival 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 £28,500
Focus Turnier

Ford Focus Turnier

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 115 - 280 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5 - 8 L/100km
Ford Focus Turnier
Dacia Sandero

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Ford Focus Turnier

The 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.

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Dacia Sandero

The Sandero is a no-nonsense hatchback that prioritises practicality and low running costs, making it a smart choice for budget-minded buyers. It delivers a surprisingly roomy interior and straightforward, useful equipment so you get everyday usability without paying for unnecessary frills.

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Ford Focus Turnier
Dacia Sandero

Costs and Consumption

Price
28,500 - 39,900 £
Price
11,000 - 16,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 7.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
120 - 183 g/km
co2
111 - 131 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,413 - 1,563 kg
Curb weight
1,100 - 1,297 kg
Trunk capacity
608 - 635 L
Trunk capacity
328 - 372 L
Length
4,672 - 4,693 mm
Length
-
Width
1,825 - 1,844 mm
Width
1,853 mm
Height
1,459 - 1,504 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
1,653 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
523 - 557 kg
Payload
385 - 436 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, LPG
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
Power HP
67 - 122 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 12.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 - 16.7 s
Max Speed
184 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Torque
95 - 200 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Power kW
49 - 90 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 2,261 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,199 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
Ford
Brand
Dacia
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