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Ford Focus vs Mercedes E Class - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (280 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (27500 £ vs 50500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Focus or Mercedes E Class?

Ford Focus

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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Mercedes E Class

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 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 27500 £ , while the Mercedes E Class costs 50500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22976 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes E Class manages with 1.50 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Ford Focus with 4.90 L. The difference is about 3.40 L per 100 km.

E Class

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 E Class has a decisively edge – offering 585 HP compared to 280 HP. That’s roughly 305 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E Class is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Ford Focus takes 5.70 s. That’s about 1.70 s faster.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes E Class pulls significantly stronger with 750 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 330 Nm difference.

Focus

Space and Everyday Use:

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 noticeable lighter – 1330 kg compared to 1810 kg. The difference is around 480 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes E Class offers evident more room – 540 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 148 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes E Class to a small extent takes the win – 640 kg compared to 560 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes E Class proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes E Class is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £50,500
E Class

Mercedes E Class

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.5 - 7.5 L
  • Electric Range : 101 - 116 km
Ford Focus
Mercedes E Class

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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 E Class

The Mercedes E‑Class is the executive saloon that balances calm refinement with a hint of sporting intent, wrapping luxury in tasteful understatement. It pampers occupants with a composed ride and intuitive tech while quietly reminding you that it’s still very much a Mercedes — authoritative, polished, and unwilling to shout for attention.

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Ford Focus
Mercedes E Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
27500 - 42700 £
Price
50500 - 119700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
101 - 116 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
21.20 kWh
co2
117 - 183 g/km
co2
39 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 66 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
1810 - 2390 kg
Trunk capacity
392 L
Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
Length
4382 - 4397 mm
Length
4949 - 4959 mm
Width
1825 - 1844 mm
Width
1880 mm
Height
1438 - 1482 mm
Height
1468 - 1480 mm
Max trunk capacity
1354 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
495 - 560 kg
Payload
530 - 640 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 2261 cm3
Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3

General

Model Year
2022 - 2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
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.