Ford Focus vs Hyundai i30 - Differences and prices compared

Q: How powerful is the Ford Focus's engine?

Up to 280 HP of power – depending on the configuration.

Q: What is the fuel consumption of the Ford Focus according to the manufacturer?

Fuel consumption according to the manufacturer is 4.90 L.

Q: What maximum speed does the Ford Focus reach?

The Ford Focus reaches up to 250 km/h.

Q: What is the Ford Focus’s trunk volume?

Depending on configuration, up to 392 L fit inside.

Q: How big is the Ford Focus overall?

The Ford Focus measures 4382 mm long, 1825 mm wide and 1452 mm high.

Q: How powerful is the Hyundai i30's engine?

The Hyundai i30 reaches a peak output of 140 HP, depending on the model.

Q: What are the consumption figures for the Hyundai i30 in liters per 100 km?

Fuel consumption according to the manufacturer is 5.70 L.

Q: How much luggage fits in the Hyundai i30?

Depending on configuration, up to 395 L fit inside.

Compare performance (280 HP vs 140 HP), boot space and price (27500 £ vs 24000 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Focus or Hyundai i30?

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Ford Focus

4.6 (1 Reviews)

Hyundai i30

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

Focus

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Hyundai i30 has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24000 £, while the Ford Focus costs 27500 £. That’s a price difference of around 3523 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Ford Focus manages with 4.90 L and is therefore slightly more efficient than the Hyundai i30 with 5.70 L. The difference is about 0.80 L per 100 km.

i30

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 decisively edge – offering 280 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 140 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 Hyundai i30 takes 9.60 s. That’s about 3.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Ford Focus performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Hyundai i30 tops out at 197 km/h. The difference is around 53 km/h.

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

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Focus

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, Hyundai i30 is barely noticeable lighter – 1291 kg compared to 1330 kg. The difference is around 39 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai i30 offers slight more room – 395 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 3 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Ford Focus performs slight better – up to 1354 L, which is about 53 L more than the Hyundai i30.

When it comes to payload, Ford Focus hardly perceptible takes the win – 560 kg compared to 509 kg. That’s a difference of about 51 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Ford Focus proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Ford Focus is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Ford Focus

Price : 27500 - 42700 £
Body Type : Hatchback
Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail : Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP : 115 - 280 HP
Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 8 L
Seats : 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 5.7 - 11.8 s
Model Year : 2022 - 2024
Max Speed : 186 - 250 km/h
Torque : 170 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders : 3 - 4
Doors : 5
Model : Focus
Modell : Focus 1.0 EcoBoost Hybrid, Focus 1.5 EcoBlue, Focus ST, Focus Active 1.0 EcoBoost Hybrid, Focus Active 1.5 EcoBlue
CO2 Efficiency Class : D, G
Trim Level : Titanium, Titanium Edition, Titanium Edition PowerShift Automatik, Titanium Edition Automatik, X Edition, Titanium X, ST-Line, ST-Line X, Titanium PowerShift Automatik, Titanium X PowerShift Automatik, ST-Line PowerShift Automatik, ST-Line X PowerShift Automatik, Titanium Automatik, Titanium X Automatik, ST-Line Automatik, ST-Line X Automatik, X, PowerShift Automatik, X PowerShift Automatik, Automatik, X Automatik
Power kW : 85 - 206 kW
co2 : 117 - 183 g/km
Engine capacity : 999 - 2261 cm3
Curb weight : 1330 - 1529 kg
Fuel tank capacity : 52 L
Trunk capacity : 392 L
Length : 4382 - 4397 mm
Width : 1825 - 1844 mm
Height : 1438 - 1482 mm
Brand : Ford
Max trunk capacity : 1354 L
Payload : 495 - 560 kg

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Ford Focus

4.6 (1 Reviews)

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 i30

The Hyundai i30 proves that sensible can also be stylish, offering a confident driving character wrapped in neat, modern design. It serves up a roomy, well-equipped cabin and composed ride that make everyday motoring feel like a clever purchase rather than a compromise.

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Costs and Consumption
Price 27500 - 42700 £	Price 24000 - 29300 £
Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 8 L	Consumption L/100km 5.7 - 6 L
Consumption kWh/100km -	Consumption kWh/100km -
Electric Range -	Electric Range -
Battery Capacity -	Battery Capacity -
co2 117 - 183 g/km	co2 130 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity 52 L	Fuel tank capacity 50 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 1291 - 1407 kg
Trunk capacity 392 L	Trunk capacity 395 L
Length 4382 - 4397 mm	Length 4340 mm
Width 1825 - 1844 mm	Width 1795 mm
Height 1438 - 1482 mm	Height 1455 mm
Max trunk capacity 1354 L	Max trunk capacity 1301 L
Payload 495 - 560 kg	Payload 463 - 509 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol	Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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 100 - 140 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h 5.7 - 11.8 s	Acceleration 0-100km/h 9.6 - 13.1 s
Max Speed 186 - 250 km/h	Max Speed 178 - 197 km/h
Torque 170 - 420 Nm	Torque 172 - 253 Nm
Number of Cylinders 3 - 4	Number of Cylinders 3 - 4
Power kW 85 - 206 kW	Power kW 74 - 103 kW
Engine capacity 999 - 2261 cm3	Engine capacity 998 - 1482 cm3