Compare performance (280 HP vs 140 HP), boot space and price (27500 £ vs 23500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Focus or Kia Ceed?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Kia Ceed has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23500 £ , while the Ford Focus costs 27500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4037 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Ford Focus manages with 4.90 L and is therefore noticeable more efficient than the Kia Ceed with 6 L. The difference is about 1.10 L per 100 km.
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 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 convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.70 s, while the Kia Ceed takes 9.50 s. That’s about 3.80 s faster.
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.
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 curb weight, Kia Ceed is minimal lighter – 1298 kg compared to 1330 kg. The difference is around 32 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Kia Ceed offers minimal more room – 395 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 3 L.
When it comes to payload, Ford Focus a bit takes the win – 560 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.
The Ford Focus proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Ford Focus is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
detailsThe Kia Ceed is a sensible, stylish hatchback that gives buyers more than they'd expect for the money, blending practical space with crisp, modern looks. It drives with measured confidence and comes loaded with user-friendly kit, so you can enjoy daily life behind the wheel without breaking into a sweat.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
27500 - 42700 £
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Price
23500 - 26300 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L
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Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
117 - 183 g/km
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co2
137 - 146 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
52 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1330 - 1529 kg
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Curb weight
1298 - 1372 kg
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Trunk capacity
392 L
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Trunk capacity
357 - 395 L
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Length
4382 - 4397 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1825 - 1844 mm
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Width
1800 mm
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Height
1438 - 1482 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1354 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
495 - 560 kg
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Payload
478 - 490 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 280 HP
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Power HP
100 - 140 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 13.2 s
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Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
170 - 420 Nm
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Torque
172 - 253 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
85 - 206 kW
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Power kW
74 - 103 kW
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Engine capacity
999 - 2261 cm3
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Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2022 - 2024
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
Kia
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.