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Ford Focus vs Land Rover Defender comparison

Compare performance (280 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (27,500 £ vs 57,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Focus or Land Rover Defender?

Ford Focus vs Land Rover Defender: Key differences

Ford Focus

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • significantly lighter
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Land Rover Defender

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably 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:

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.

Ford Focus is substantially cheaper – starting at 27,500 £ , while the Land Rover Defender costs 57,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30,343 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Focus uses 4.9 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Land Rover Defender with 6 L/100km. The difference is about 1.1 L/100km.

Defender

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Land Rover Defender offers considerably more power – delivering 635 HP compared to 280 HP. That’s roughly 355 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Defender is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Ford Focus takes 5.7 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Defender delivers significantly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 330 Nm more.

Focus

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Land Rover Defender offers more seats – 8 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Focus is significantly lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 2,300 kg. The difference is around 970 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Defender offers considerably more boot space – 786 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 394 L.

When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Defender carries noticeably more – 819 kg compared to 560 kg. That’s a difference of about 259 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Land Rover Defender holds a decisive overall lead 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 £57,900
Defender

Land Rover Defender

  • Engine Type Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 200 - 635 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6 - 14.4 L/100km
  • Electric Range 48 km
Ford Focus
Land Rover Defender

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Land Rover Defender

The Land Rover Defender looks like it could shrug off a weekend of serious off-road abuse while still turning heads on the high street. Inside it balances practical, no-nonsense utility with enough creature comforts to make daily driving feel less like an expedition and more like a stylish commute—rugged charm with civilized manners.

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Ford Focus
Land Rover Defender

Costs and Consumption

Price
27,500 - 42,700 £
Price
57,900 - 172,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6 - 14.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
48 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
117 - 183 g/km
co2
135 - 324 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 8
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,529 kg
Curb weight
2,300 - 2,745 kg
Trunk capacity
392 L
Trunk capacity
293 - 786 L
Length
4,382 - 4,397 mm
Length
-
Width
1,825 - 1,844 mm
Width
2,008 mm
Height
1,438 - 1,482 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,354 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
495 - 560 kg
Payload
494 - 819 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
Power HP
200 - 635 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Power kW
147 - 467 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 2,261 cm3
Engine capacity
1,997 - 5,000 cm3

General

Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
Brand
Ford
Brand
Land Rover
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