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Ford Focus vs Mercedes A Class Saloon comparison

Compare performance (280 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (27,500 £ vs 32,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Focus or Mercedes A Class Saloon?

Ford Focus vs Mercedes A Class Saloon: Key differences

Ford Focus

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • only slightly lighter
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Mercedes A Class Saloon

  • somewhat more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly more trunk space
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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 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 somewhat cheaper – starting at 27,500 £ , while the Mercedes A Class Saloon costs 32,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,207 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class Saloon uses 0.7 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Ford Focus with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 4.2 L/100km.

A Class Saloon

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 Saloon offers somewhat more power – delivering 320 HP compared to 280 HP. That’s roughly 40 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class Saloon is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the Ford Focus takes 5.7 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes A Class Saloon delivers only slightly more torque with 450 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Ford Focus is only slightly lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 1,450 kg. The difference is around 120 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes A Class Saloon offers very slightly more boot space – 395 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 3 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Focus carries slightly more – 560 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes A Class Saloon is clearly superior 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 £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/100km
  • Electric Range 88 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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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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Mercedes A Class Saloon

Costs and Consumption
Price
27,500 - 42,700 £
Price
32,700 - 55,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
12.9 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
1,330 - 1,529 kg
Curb weight
1,450 - 1,705 kg
Trunk capacity
392 L
Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
Length
4,382 - 4,397 mm
Length
4,558 - 4,570 mm
Width
1,825 - 1,844 mm
Width
1,796 mm
Height
1,438 - 1,482 mm
Height
1,413 - 1,429 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,354 L
Max trunk capacity
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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 - 2,261 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3

General
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, G, E
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the Ford Focus offered with different drivetrains?

The Ford Focus is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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