Compare performance (280 HP vs 238 HP), boot space and price (28500 £ vs 33100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Focus Turnier or Mercedes B Class?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Ford Focus Turnier has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28500 £, while the Mercedes B Class costs 33100 £. That’s a price difference of around 4587 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes B Class manages with 2.50 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Ford Focus Turnier with 5 L. The difference is about 2.50 L per 100 km.
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 has a to a small extent edge – offering 280 HP compared to 238 HP. That’s roughly 42 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Focus Turnier is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 5.80 s, while the Mercedes B Class takes 6.50 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.
There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes B Class pulls barely noticeable stronger with 450 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, Mercedes B Class is slight lighter – 1405 kg compared to 1413 kg. The difference is around 8 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Ford Focus Turnier offers distinct more room – 635 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 180 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Ford Focus Turnier performs slight better – up to 1653 L, which is about 113 L more than the Mercedes B Class.
When it comes to payload, Ford Focus Turnier slight takes the win – 557 kg compared to 550 kg. That’s a difference of about 7 kg.
The Mercedes B Class proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes B Class is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
detailsThe Mercedes B-Class is a smart, grown-up compact people carrier that dresses everyday practicality in a near‑premium polish, perfect for buyers who want comfort and a classy badge without the theatrics. It won’t set your pulse racing on a back road, but it will make school runs, commutes and grocery hauls feel pleasantly civilized — a reliable, slightly posh companion for real life.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
28500 - 39900 £
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Price
33100 - 52500 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 8 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 6.9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
83 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
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co2
120 - 183 g/km
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co2
56 - 156 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
52 L
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Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
MPV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1413 - 1563 kg
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Curb weight
1405 - 1745 kg
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Trunk capacity
608 - 635 L
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Trunk capacity
405 - 455 L
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Length
4672 - 4693 mm
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Length
4419 mm
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Width
1825 - 1844 mm
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Width
1796 mm
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Height
1459 - 1504 mm
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Height
1562 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1653 L
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Max trunk capacity
1440 - 1540 L
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Payload
523 - 557 kg
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Payload
505 - 550 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 280 HP
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Power HP
116 - 238 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 12.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10 s
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Max Speed
184 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
200 - 250 km/h
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Torque
170 - 420 Nm
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Torque
200 - 450 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
85 - 206 kW
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Power kW
85 - 175 kW
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Engine capacity
999 - 2261 cm3
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2024
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, F
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.