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Ford Focus vs Mazda CX-5 comparison

Compare performance (280 HP vs 141 HP), boot space and price (27,500 £ vs 30,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Focus or Mazda CX-5?

Ford Focus vs Mazda CX-5: Key differences

Ford Focus

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
  • significantly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly lighter

Mazda CX-5

4.7 (8 Reviews)
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  • markedly more trunk space

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 barely cheaper – starting at 27,500 £ , while the Mazda CX-5 costs 30,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,477 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Focus uses 4.9 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Mazda CX-5 with 7 L/100km. The difference is about 2.1 L/100km.

CX-5

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 significantly more power – delivering 280 HP compared to 141 HP. That’s roughly 139 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Focus is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.7 s, while the Mazda CX-5 takes 10.5 s. That’s about 4.8 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Ford Focus is markedly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mazda CX-5 tops out at 195 km/h. The difference is around 55 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Focus delivers considerably more torque with 420 Nm compared to 238 Nm. That’s about 182 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Focus is visibly lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 1,629 kg. The difference is around 299 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda CX-5 offers markedly more boot space – 583 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 191 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mazda CX-5 offers clearly more capacity – up to 2,019 L, about 665 L more than the Ford Focus.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda CX-5 carries only slightly more – 601 kg compared to 560 kg. That’s a difference of about 41 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Focus is far 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
Mazda CX-5

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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Mazda CX-5

The Mazda CX-5 blends elegant, athletic styling with a surprisingly engaging driving character, turning routine trips into small, satisfying adventures. Inside it feels thoughtfully built and comfortable, offering sensible practicality and a premium feel that punches above its price.

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Ford Focus
Mazda CX-5

Costs and Consumption

Price
27,500 - 42,700 £
Price
30,000 - 39,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
117 - 183 g/km
co2
157 - 168 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 L
Fuel tank capacity
56 - 58 L

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
1,629 - 1,671 kg
Trunk capacity
392 L
Trunk capacity
466 - 583 L
Length
4,382 - 4,397 mm
Length
4,690 mm
Width
1,825 - 1,844 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
1,438 - 1,482 mm
Height
1,695 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,354 L
Max trunk capacity
2,019 L
Payload
495 - 560 kg
Payload
601 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
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
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
Power HP
141 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
195 km/h
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Torque
238 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Power kW
104 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 2,261 cm3
Engine capacity
2,488 cm3

General

Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mazda
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