Compare performance (280 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (27500 £ vs 30000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Focus or MG HS?
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 hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 27500 £ , while the MG HS costs 30000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2477 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: MG HS manages with 0.50 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Ford Focus with 4.90 L. The difference is about 4.40 L per 100 km.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Ford Focus has a slight edge – offering 280 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 8 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Focus is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.70 s, while the MG HS takes 6.80 s. That’s about 1.10 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Focus pulls slightly stronger with 420 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm difference.
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 distinct lighter – 1330 kg compared to 1735 kg. The difference is around 405 kg.
In terms of boot space, the MG HS offers clearly perceptible more room – 507 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 115 L.
When it comes to payload, Ford Focus noticeable takes the win – 560 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 160 kg.
The MG HS is decisively ahead 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.
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 MG HS, also known as the EHS in its hybrid variant, is a midsize SUV that combines modern design with a focus on comfort and technology. Its spacious interior offers a premium feel, enhanced by quality materials and an array of advanced features aimed at ensuring a smooth driving experience. Known for its efficiency, the MG HS/EHS delivers an enjoyable ride whether navigating city streets or taking on longer road trips.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
|
|---|---|
|
Price
27500 - 42700 £
|
Price
30000 - 36000 £
|
|
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L
|
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 5.5 L
|
|
Consumption kWh/100km
-
|
Consumption kWh/100km
-
|
|
Electric Range
-
|
Electric Range
100 km
|
|
Battery Capacity
-
|
Battery Capacity
-
|
|
co2
117 - 183 g/km
|
co2
14 - 126 g/km
|
|
Fuel tank capacity
52 L
|
Fuel tank capacity
-
|
Dimensions and Body |
|
|---|---|
|
Body Type
Hatchback
|
Body Type
SUV
|
|
Seats
5
|
Seats
5
|
|
Doors
5
|
Doors
-
|
|
Curb weight
1330 - 1529 kg
|
Curb weight
1735 - 1930 kg
|
|
Trunk capacity
392 L
|
Trunk capacity
507 L
|
|
Length
4382 - 4397 mm
|
Length
-
|
|
Width
1825 - 1844 mm
|
Width
1890 mm
|
|
Height
1438 - 1482 mm
|
Height
-
|
|
Max trunk capacity
1354 L
|
Max trunk capacity
-
|
|
Payload
495 - 560 kg
|
Payload
400 kg
|
Engine and Performance |
|
|---|---|
|
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
|
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
|
|
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
Front-Wheel Drive
|
|
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
|
Power HP
224 - 272 HP
|
|
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
|
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 - 7.9 s
|
|
Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
|
Max Speed
-
|
|
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
|
Torque
340 - 350 Nm
|
|
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
|
Number of Cylinders
4
|
|
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
|
Power kW
165 - 200 kW
|
|
Engine capacity
999 - 2261 cm3
|
Engine capacity
1496 cm3
|
General |
|
|---|---|
|
Model Year
2022 - 2024
|
Model Year
2025
|
|
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
|
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
|
|
Brand
Ford
|
Brand
MG
|
Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.