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Ford Focus vs Honda Jazz – Which model is better for everyday use?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Ford Focus or Honda Jazz fits your lifestyle better.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Honda Jazz has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23100 £, while the Ford Focus costs 27500 £. That’s a price difference of around 4414 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Honda Jazz manages with 4.50 L and is therefore hardly perceptible more efficient than the Ford Focus with 4.90 L. The difference is about 0.40 L per 100 km.

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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 Ford Focus has a significantly edge – offering 280 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 158 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Focus is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.70 s, while the Honda Jazz takes 9.40 s. That’s about 3.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Ford Focus performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Honda Jazz tops out at 175 km/h. The difference is around 75 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Focus pulls distinct stronger with 420 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 167 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Honda Jazz is minimal lighter – 1302 kg compared to 1330 kg. The difference is around 28 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Ford Focus offers noticeable more room – 392 L compared to 304 L. That’s a difference of about 88 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Ford Focus performs slightly better – up to 1354 L, which is about 149 L more than the Honda Jazz.

When it comes to payload, Ford Focus evident takes the win – 560 kg compared to 388 kg. That’s a difference of about 172 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Ford Focus proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Ford Focus is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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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
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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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Honda Jazz

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The Honda Jazz is a supremely practical small hatch that hides clever packaging and more usable space than it lets on, with friendly styling and an unfussy charm. It’s economical to run, easy to park and perfect for buyers who want reliable, versatile daily motoring without the hassle.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
27500 - 42700 £
Price
23100 - 26700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
117 - 183 g/km
co2
102 - 108 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1330 - 1529 kg
Curb weight
1302 - 1320 kg
Trunk capacity
392 L
Trunk capacity
304 L
Length
4382 - 4397 mm
Length
4089 - 4105 mm
Width
1825 - 1844 mm
Width
-
Height
1438 - 1482 mm
Height
1526 - 1556 mm
Max trunk capacity
1354 L
Max trunk capacity
1205 L
Payload
495 - 560 kg
Payload
370 - 388 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
Power HP
122 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.4 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
175 km/h
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Torque
253 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Power kW
90 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 2261 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 cm3

General
Model Year
2022 - 2024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Ford
Brand
Honda

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What drive types are available for the Ford Focus?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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