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Ford Focus vs Hyundai i20 – Which one offers the better deal?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Ford Focus or Hyundai i20 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.

Hyundai i20 has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 17400 £, while the Ford Focus costs 27500 £. That’s a price difference of around 10114 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Ford Focus manages with 4.90 L and is therefore slight more efficient than the Hyundai i20 with 5.20 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.

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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 has a clearly edge – offering 280 HP compared to 100 HP. That’s roughly 180 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Focus is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 5.70 s, while the Hyundai i20 takes 11.10 s. That’s about 5.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Ford Focus performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Hyundai i20 tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 67 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Focus pulls convincingly stronger with 420 Nm compared to 200 Nm. That’s about 220 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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, Hyundai i20 is clearly perceptible lighter – 1088 kg compared to 1330 kg. The difference is around 242 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Ford Focus offers to a small extent more room – 392 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 40 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Ford Focus performs slightly better – up to 1354 L, which is about 189 L more than the Hyundai i20.

When it comes to payload, Ford Focus slightly takes the win – 560 kg compared to 472 kg. That’s a difference of about 88 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

from about £27,500
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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

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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Hyundai i20

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The Hyundai i20 is a cheeky small car that mixes smart styling with sensible practicality, feeling more polished and roomy than you might expect for the money. It’s an easy car to live with, offering engaging handling, a comfy cabin and useful equipment that make daily commutes and weekend errands notably less dull.

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Costs and Consumption

Price
27500 - 42700 £
Price
17400 - 24000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
117 - 183 g/km
co2
119 - 121 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
1088 - 1190 kg
Trunk capacity
392 L
Trunk capacity
352 L
Length
4382 - 4397 mm
Length
4065 - 4075 mm
Width
1825 - 1844 mm
Width
1775 mm
Height
1438 - 1482 mm
Height
1450 - 1455 mm
Max trunk capacity
1354 L
Max trunk capacity
1165 L
Payload
495 - 560 kg
Payload
450 - 472 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
Power HP
79 - 100 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 13.7 s
Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
166 - 183 km/h
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Torque
113 - 200 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Power kW
58 - 74 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 2261 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1197 cm3

General

Model Year
2022 - 2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Ford
Brand
Hyundai
What drive types are available for the Ford Focus?

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.