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Ford Focus vs Mercedes GLA – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Focus or Mercedes GLA?

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

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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 GLA costs 38800 £. That’s a price difference of around 11322 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes GLA manages with 2.90 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Ford Focus with 4.90 L. The difference is about 2 L per 100 km.

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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 GLA has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 421 HP compared to 280 HP. That’s roughly 141 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLA is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 4.30 s, while the Ford Focus takes 5.70 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLA performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Ford Focus tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLA pulls to a small extent stronger with 500 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm difference.

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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 a bit lighter – 1330 kg compared to 1570 kg. The difference is around 240 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLA offers slight more room – 435 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 43 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLA performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1430 L, which is about 76 L more than the Ford Focus.

When it comes to payload, Ford Focus somewhat takes the win – 560 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes GLA proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes GLA is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Mercedes GLA

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 421 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.9 - 9.5 L
  • Electric Range : 74 km
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Ford Focus

The Ford Focus is celebrated for its agile handling and stylish design, making it a popular choice among hatchback enthusiasts. Its well-crafted interior offers a comfortable driving experience with intuitive technology features. Whether navigating city streets or cruising on the motorway, the Ford Focus delivers a balanced drive with impressive efficiency.

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Mercedes GLA

The Mercedes-Benz GLA presents itself as a compact yet stylish option in the luxury SUV market. Its interior offers a blend of sophisticated design and cutting-edge technology, providing a comfortable and connected driving experience. The GLA's agile handling and dynamic performance make it well-suited for both urban environments and longer journeys.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
27500 - 42700 £
Price
38800 - 75300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 9.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
74 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
co2
117 - 183 g/km
co2
66 - 216 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 L
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1330 - 1529 kg
Curb weight
1570 - 1810 kg
Trunk capacity
392 L
Trunk capacity
385 - 435 L
Length
4382 - 4397 mm
Length
4412 - 4443 mm
Width
1825 - 1844 mm
Width
1834 - 1849 mm
Height
1438 - 1482 mm
Height
1590 - 1616 mm
Max trunk capacity
1354 L
Max trunk capacity
1385 - 1430 L
Payload
495 - 560 kg
Payload
480 - 500 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
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 - 421 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 11 s
Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
190 - 270 km/h
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Torque
230 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Power kW
85 - 310 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, E, F, G
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mercedes-Benz

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What drive types are available for the Ford Focus?

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.