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Ford Focus vs Mercedes B Class - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (280 HP vs 238 HP), boot space and price (27500 £ vs 33100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Focus or Mercedes B Class?

Ford Focus

Mercedes B Class

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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 evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 27500 £, while the Mercedes B Class costs 33100 £. That’s a price difference of around 5615 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes B Class manages with 2.50 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Ford Focus with 4.90 L. The difference is about 2.40 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 slightly edge – offering 280 HP compared to 238 HP. That’s roughly 42 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Focus is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 5.70 s, while the Mercedes B Class takes 6.50 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the performs better – reaching , while the tops out at . The difference is around .

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes B 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.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Ford Focus is hardly perceptible lighter – 1330 kg compared to 1405 kg. The difference is around 75 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes B Class offers a bit more room – 455 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 63 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes B Class performs a bit better – up to 1540 L, which is about 186 L more than the Ford Focus.

When it comes to payload, Ford Focus hardly perceptible takes the win – 560 kg compared to 550 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes B Class shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £33,100
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Mercedes B Class

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 238 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.5 - 6.9 L
  • Electric Range : 83 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 B Class

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The Mercedes B-Class is a smart, grown-up compact people carrier that dresses everyday practicality in a near‑premium polish, perfect for buyers who want comfort and a classy badge without the theatrics. It won’t set your pulse racing on a back road, but it will make school runs, commutes and grocery hauls feel pleasantly civilized — a reliable, slightly posh companion for real life.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
27500 - 42700 £
Price
33100 - 52500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 6.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
83 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
co2
117 - 183 g/km
co2
56 - 156 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 L
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
MPV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1330 - 1529 kg
Curb weight
1405 - 1745 kg
Trunk capacity
392 L
Trunk capacity
405 - 455 L
Length
4382 - 4397 mm
Length
4419 mm
Width
1825 - 1844 mm
Width
1796 mm
Height
1438 - 1482 mm
Height
1562 mm
Max trunk capacity
1354 L
Max trunk capacity
1440 - 1540 L
Payload
495 - 560 kg
Payload
505 - 550 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 - 238 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10 s
Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
200 - 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 - 175 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, F
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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