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Ford Focus vs Hyundai Kona – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Focus or Hyundai Kona?

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Hyundai Kona has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23100 £, while the Ford Focus costs 27500 £. That’s a price difference of around 4457 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Hyundai Kona manages with 4.60 L and is therefore minimal more efficient than the Ford Focus with 4.90 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 noticeable edge – offering 280 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 62 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Focus is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 5.70 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 7.80 s. That’s about 2.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Ford Focus performs somewhat better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Hyundai Kona tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Focus pulls noticeable stronger with 420 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 155 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, Ford Focus is hardly perceptible lighter – 1330 kg compared to 1370 kg. The difference is around 40 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Kona offers slightly more room – 466 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 74 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Ford Focus performs slight better – up to 1354 L, which is about 54 L more than the Hyundai Kona.

When it comes to payload, Ford Focus somewhat takes the win – 560 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 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

  • 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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Hyundai Kona

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The Hyundai Kona wears its personality on the outside with bold styling and sprightly handling that turns city driving into something a little more fun than a commute. It blends practical space, modern tech and sensible running costs into a compact, stylish package — a smart pick if you want flair without paying luxury prices.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
27500 - 42700 £
Price
23100 - 41600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
377 - 514 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
1.3 - 65.4 kWh
co2
117 - 183 g/km
co2
0 - 163 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 L
Fuel tank capacity
38 - 47 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1330 - 1529 kg
Curb weight
1370 - 1773 kg
Trunk capacity
392 L
Trunk capacity
466 L
Length
4382 - 4397 mm
Length
4350 - 4385 mm
Width
1825 - 1844 mm
Width
1825 mm
Height
1438 - 1482 mm
Height
1580 - 1585 mm
Max trunk capacity
1354 L
Max trunk capacity
1300 L
Payload
495 - 560 kg
Payload
420 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
Power HP
115 - 218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
162 - 210 km/h
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Power kW
85 - 160 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 2261 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3

General
Model Year
2022 - 2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
Brand
Ford
Brand
Hyundai

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What drive types are available for the Ford Focus?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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