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Ford Focus vs Hyundai Kona comparison

Compare performance (280 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (27,500 £ vs 23,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Focus or Hyundai Kona?

Ford Focus vs Hyundai Kona: Key differences

Ford Focus

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
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Hyundai Kona

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • slightly cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • somewhat more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Focus

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Hyundai Kona is slightly cheaper – starting at 23,100 £ , while the Ford Focus costs 27,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,457 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Kona uses 4.6 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Ford Focus with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

Kona

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 offers visibly more power – delivering 280 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 62 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Focus is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.7 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 7.8 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Ford Focus is clearly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Hyundai Kona tops out at 172 km/h. The difference is around 78 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Focus delivers markedly more torque with 420 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 155 Nm more.

Focus

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Focus is very slightly lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 1,370 kg. The difference is around 40 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Kona offers somewhat more boot space – 466 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 74 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Ford Focus offers very slightly more capacity – up to 1,354 L, about 54 L more than the Hyundai Kona.

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

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Focus is clearly 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.

from £27,500
Focus

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/100km
Ford Focus
Hyundai Kona

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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

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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Ford Focus
Hyundai Kona

Costs and Consumption

Price
27,500 - 42,700 £
Price
23,100 - 41,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
377 - 514 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
48.4 - 65.4 kWh
co2
117 - 183 g/km
co2
0 - 163 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,529 kg
Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
Trunk capacity
392 L
Trunk capacity
466 L
Length
4,382 - 4,397 mm
Length
4,355 - 4,385 mm
Width
1,825 - 1,844 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
1,438 - 1,482 mm
Height
1,580 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,354 L
Max trunk capacity
1,300 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 - 172 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 - 2,261 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
Brand
Ford
Brand
Hyundai
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