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Ford Focus vs Mazda CX-80 comparison

Compare performance (280 HP vs 327 HP), boot space and price (27,500 £ vs 49,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Focus or Mazda CX-80?

Ford Focus vs Mazda CX-80: Key differences

Ford Focus

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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Mazda CX-80

4 (2 Reviews)
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  • slightly more power
  • noticeably more efficient
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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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Ford Focus is clearly cheaper – starting at 27,500 £ , while the Mazda CX-80 costs 49,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,814 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda CX-80 uses 4 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Ford Focus with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.9 L/100km.

CX-80

Engine and Performance:

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 Mazda CX-80 offers slightly more power – delivering 327 HP compared to 280 HP. That’s roughly 47 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Focus is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 5.7 s, while the Mazda CX-80 takes 6.8 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mazda CX-80 delivers noticeably more torque with 550 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 130 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: Mazda CX-80 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Focus is considerably lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 2,131 kg. The difference is around 801 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ford Focus offers visibly more boot space – 392 L compared to 258 L. That’s a difference of about 134 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda CX-80 carries a bit more – 650 kg compared to 560 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda CX-80 is barely ahead 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 £49,300
CX-80

Mazda CX-80

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 254 - 327 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4 - 5.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 60 km
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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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Reviews Ford Focus

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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Henk
28 Dec 2025, 23:33:18

Good handling and more than enough pulling power from the 1.5‑litre EcoBoost.

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Mazda CX-80

The Mazda CX-80 brings polished, near-premium styling and a cabin that feels far classier than its badge might imply. It steers with a composed, engaging character and packs the sensible practicality families want — with just enough flair to make school runs feel a little less ordinary.

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4 (2 Reviews)
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Lrs
3 May 2026, 21:06:02

Good chunk of steel on steroids

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Mazda CX-80

Costs and Consumption
Price
27,500 - 42,700 £
Price
49,300 - 61,400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
60 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
117 - 183 g/km
co2
91 - 146 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
7
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,529 kg
Curb weight
2,131 - 2,240 kg
Trunk capacity
392 L
Trunk capacity
258 L
Length
4,382 - 4,397 mm
Length
-
Width
1,825 - 1,844 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
1,438 - 1,482 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,354 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
495 - 560 kg
Payload
649 - 650 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Diesel 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
254 - 327 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 - 8.4 s
Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Torque
500 - 550 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Power kW
187 - 241 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 2,261 cm3
Engine capacity
2,488 - 3,283 cm3

General
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mazda
Is the Ford Focus offered with different drivetrains?

The Ford Focus is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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