Compare performance (280 HP vs 326 HP), boot space and price (27,500 £ vs 31,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Focus or BMW 2 Series Active Tourer?
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 a bit cheaper – starting at 27,500 £ , while the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer costs 31,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,986 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer uses 2.9 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Ford Focus with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2 L/100km.
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 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer offers somewhat more power – delivering 326 HP compared to 280 HP. That’s roughly 46 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Ford Focus takes 5.7 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Ford Focus is somewhat faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer tops out at 205 km/h. The difference is around 45 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer delivers slightly more torque with 477 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 57 Nm more.
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 terms of curb weight, Ford Focus is somewhat lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 1,545 kg. The difference is around 215 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer offers moderately more boot space – 470 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 78 L.
For maximum load capacity, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer offers only slightly more capacity – up to 1,370 L, about 16 L more than the Ford Focus.
When it comes to payload, the Ford Focus carries marginally more – 560 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.
The BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is far ahead 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.
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.
detailsThe BMW 2 Series Active Tourer turns the family MPV into something you’d actually want to park outside a café, pairing compact practicality with surprisingly premium cabin flair. It won’t thrill like a sports car, but it drives with the composed poise you expect from the badge and keeps daily life easy and un-fussy.
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Price
27,500 - 42,700 £
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Price
31,500 - 48,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 6.2 L/100km
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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
82 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
14.2 kWh
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co2
117 - 183 g/km
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co2
65 - 140 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
52 L
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Fuel tank capacity
47 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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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
1,330 - 1,529 kg
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Curb weight
1,545 - 1,920 kg
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Trunk capacity
392 L
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Trunk capacity
406 - 470 L
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Length
4,382 - 4,397 mm
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Length
4,386 mm
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Width
1,825 - 1,844 mm
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Width
1,824 mm
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Height
1,438 - 1,482 mm
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Height
1,576 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,354 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,370 L
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Payload
495 - 560 kg
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Payload
465 - 505 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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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
122 - 326 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 10.3 s
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Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
195 - 205 km/h
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Torque
170 - 420 Nm
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Torque
230 - 477 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
85 - 206 kW
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Power kW
90 - 240 kW
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Engine capacity
999 - 2,261 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
BMW
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