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Ford Focus vs Mazda CX-5 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (280 HP vs 141 HP), boot space and price (27500 £ vs 30000 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Focus or Mazda CX-5?

Ford Focus

Mazda CX-5

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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.

Ford Focus has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 27500 £, while the Mazda CX-5 costs 30000 £. That’s a price difference of around 2486 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Ford Focus manages with 4.90 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Mazda CX-5 with 7 L. The difference is about 2.10 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 decisively edge – offering 280 HP compared to 141 HP. That’s roughly 139 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Focus is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.70 s, while the Mazda CX-5 takes 10.50 s. That’s about 4.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Ford Focus performs evident better – 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: Ford Focus pulls clearly stronger with 420 Nm compared to 238 Nm. That’s about 182 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.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Ford Focus is evident lighter – 1330 kg compared to 1629 kg. The difference is around 299 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mazda CX-5 offers noticeable more room – 583 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 191 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mazda CX-5 performs distinct better – up to 2019 L, which is about 665 L more than the Ford Focus.

Who wins the race?

The Ford Focus proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Ford Focus is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £27,500
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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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Mazda CX-5

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
27500 - 42700 £
Price
30000 - 39500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L
Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
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
1330 - 1529 kg
Curb weight
1629 - 1671 kg
Trunk capacity
392 L
Trunk capacity
583 L
Length
4382 - 4397 mm
Length
4690 mm
Width
1825 - 1844 mm
Width
1860 mm
Height
1438 - 1482 mm
Height
1695 mm
Max trunk capacity
1354 L
Max trunk capacity
2019 L
Payload
495 - 560 kg
Payload
-

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 - 2261 cm3
Engine capacity
2488 cm3

General
Model Year
2022 - 2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Ford
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Mazda

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What drive types are available for the Ford Focus?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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