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Ford Focus vs Mercedes A-Class – Which car suits you better?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Ford Focus or Mercedes A-Class fits your lifestyle better.

Ford Focus

Mercedes A-Class

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Ford Focus has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 27500 £, while the Mercedes A-Class costs 32300 £. That’s a price difference of around 4748 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes A-Class manages with 2.30 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Ford Focus with 4.90 L. The difference is about 2.60 L per 100 km.

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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 Mercedes A-Class has a somewhat edge – offering 320 HP compared to 280 HP. That’s roughly 40 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A-Class is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 4.70 s, while the Ford Focus takes 5.70 s. That’s about 1 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes A-Class pulls minimal stronger with 450 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 30 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Ford Focus is minimal lighter – 1330 kg compared to 1440 kg. The difference is around 110 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Ford Focus offers slightly more room – 392 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 42 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Ford Focus performs to a small extent better – up to 1354 L, which is about 164 L more than the Mercedes A-Class.

When it comes to payload, Ford Focus slightly takes the win – 560 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes A-Class proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes A-Class is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Mercedes A-Class

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 320 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.3 - 8.3 L
  • Electric Range : 85 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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Mercedes A-Class

The Mercedes A‑Class arrives as a compact charmer that dresses premium materials and a cockpit full of screens in a tidy, city-friendly package, delivering surprising agility and poise. For buyers who want a luxury badge, clever tech and a car that's equally happy in tight streets or on a spirited country run, the A‑Class offers a grown-up feel with a cheeky streak.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
27500 - 42700 £
Price
32300 - 55600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 8.3 L
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
12.90 kWh
co2
117 - 183 g/km
co2
53 - 188 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 L
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1330 - 1529 kg
Curb weight
1440 - 1695 kg
Trunk capacity
392 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Length
4382 - 4397 mm
Length
4428 - 4447 mm
Width
1825 - 1844 mm
Width
1796 mm
Height
1438 - 1482 mm
Height
1407 - 1423 mm
Max trunk capacity
1354 L
Max trunk capacity
1125 - 1190 L
Payload
495 - 560 kg
Payload
475 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
202 - 250 km/h
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 2261 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3

General
Model Year
2022 - 2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mercedes-Benz

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What drive types are available for the Ford Focus?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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