Compare performance (280 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (27500 £ vs 42400 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Focus or Mercedes C-Class Wagon?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Ford Focus has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 27500 £, while the Mercedes C-Class Wagon costs 42400 £. That’s a price difference of around 14928 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes C-Class Wagon manages with 0.40 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Ford Focus with 4.90 L. The difference is about 4.50 L per 100 km.
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 C-Class Wagon has a decisively edge – offering 680 HP compared to 280 HP. That’s roughly 400 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.40 s, while the Ford Focus takes 5.70 s. That’s about 2.30 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon performs slightly better – reaching 280 km/h, while the Ford Focus tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes C-Class Wagon pulls significantly stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 600 Nm difference.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Ford Focus is distinct lighter – 1330 kg compared to 1755 kg. The difference is around 425 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon offers slightly more room – 490 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 98 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon performs somewhat better – up to 1510 L, which is about 156 L more than the Ford Focus.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes C-Class Wagon hardly perceptible takes the win – 565 kg compared to 560 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.
Overall, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects 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.
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.
detailsThe Mercedes C-Class wagon dresses Mercedes refinement in a sensible, practical package, marrying a sleek estate silhouette with a plush, high-quality cabin that feels more premium than its badge implies. It quietly soaks up motorway miles and cartloads of family kit with composed handling and effortless comfort — a clever alternative to an SUV for buyers who still like to steer.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
27500 - 42700 £
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Price
42400 - 115300 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L
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Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
11 - 112 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
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co2
117 - 183 g/km
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co2
11 - 206 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
52 L
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 66 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1330 - 1529 kg
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Curb weight
1755 - 2235 kg
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Trunk capacity
392 L
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Trunk capacity
360 - 490 L
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Length
4382 - 4397 mm
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Length
4751 - 4842 mm
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Width
1825 - 1844 mm
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Width
1820 - 1900 mm
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Height
1438 - 1482 mm
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Height
1454 - 1494 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1354 L
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Max trunk capacity
1375 - 1510 L
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Payload
495 - 560 kg
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Payload
440 - 565 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 280 HP
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Power HP
186 - 680 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.8 s
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Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
226 - 280 km/h
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Torque
170 - 420 Nm
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Torque
250 - 1020 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
85 - 206 kW
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Power kW
137 - 500 kW
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Engine capacity
999 - 2261 cm3
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Engine capacity
1496 - 1999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2022 - 2024
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G, B, D
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.