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Ford Focus vs Mercedes A-Class Saloon - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (280 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (27500 £ vs 32700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Focus or Mercedes A-Class Saloon?

Ford Focus

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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Mercedes A-Class Saloon

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

Focus

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 Saloon costs 32700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5207 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes A-Class Saloon manages with 0.70 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Ford Focus with 4.90 L. The difference is about 4.20 L per 100 km.

A-Class Saloon

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 Mercedes A-Class Saloon has a a bit 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 Saloon is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the Ford Focus takes 5.70 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.

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

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

Focus

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Ford Focus is barely noticeable lighter – 1330 kg compared to 1450 kg. The difference is around 120 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes A-Class Saloon offers barely noticeable more room – 395 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 3 L.

When it comes to payload, Ford Focus a bit takes the win – 560 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

from about £32,700
A-Class Saloon

Mercedes A-Class Saloon

  • 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 : 0.7 - 8.1 L
  • Electric Range : 88 km
Ford Focus
Mercedes A-Class Saloon

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Ford Focus

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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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 Saloon

The Mercedes A‑Class Saloon blends compact practicality with premium flair, wrapping a surprisingly spacious interior in a slick, modern package that feels more grown-up than its hatchback sibling. It’s an ideal choice for city drivers who want Mercedes polish and cutting-edge tech without the ostentation of a larger saloon, and it even manages to make the daily commute feel a little bit special.

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Ford Focus
Mercedes A-Class Saloon

Costs and Consumption

Price
27500 - 42700 £
Price
32700 - 55900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
co2
117 - 183 g/km
co2
16 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 L
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1330 - 1529 kg
Curb weight
1450 - 1705 kg
Trunk capacity
392 L
Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
Length
4382 - 4397 mm
Length
4558 - 4570 mm
Width
1825 - 1844 mm
Width
1796 mm
Height
1438 - 1482 mm
Height
1413 - 1429 mm
Max trunk capacity
1354 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
495 - 560 kg
Payload
475 - 490 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
4.8 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
206 - 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, G, E
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the Ford Focus?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.