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Ford Focus vs MG ZS – Which car suits you better?

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

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

MG ZS has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 18000 £, while the Ford Focus costs 27500 £. That’s a price difference of around 9523 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Ford Focus manages with 4.90 L and is therefore hardly perceptible more efficient than the MG ZS with 5 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

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 noticeable edge – offering 280 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 83 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Focus is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.70 s, while the MG ZS takes 8.70 s. That’s about 3 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Ford Focus performs noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the MG ZS tops out at 179 km/h. The difference is around 71 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Focus pulls decisively stronger with 420 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 272 Nm difference.

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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.

Both models weigh roughly the same – around 1330 kg.

In terms of boot space, the MG ZS offers to a small extent more room – 443 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 51 L.

In maximum load capacity, the MG ZS performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1457 L, which is about 103 L more than the Ford Focus.

When it comes to payload, Ford Focus somewhat takes the win – 560 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Ford Focus proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Ford Focus is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £27,500
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Ford Focus

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 280 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 8 L
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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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MG ZS

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The MG ZS arrives as a cheeky and practical choice for shoppers who want SUV style and family-friendly space without blowing the budget. It may not pretend to be premium, but with sensible equipment, easy-to-live-with driving manners and surprising value, it makes a persuasive case for anyone after sensible transport with a bit of personality.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
27500 - 42700 £
Price
18000 - 24000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L
Consumption L/100km
5 - 6.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
117 - 183 g/km
co2
113 - 145 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 L
Fuel tank capacity
41 - 55 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
1330 - 1420 kg
Trunk capacity
392 L
Trunk capacity
443 L
Length
4382 - 4397 mm
Length
4430 mm
Width
1825 - 1844 mm
Width
1818 mm
Height
1438 - 1482 mm
Height
1635 mm
Max trunk capacity
1354 L
Max trunk capacity
1457 L
Payload
495 - 560 kg
Payload
375 - 470 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
Power HP
116 - 197 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 12.5 s
Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
168 - 179 km/h
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Torque
148 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Power kW
85 - 145 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 2261 cm3
Engine capacity
1495 - 1498 cm3

General
Model Year
2022 - 2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, E
Brand
Ford
Brand
MG

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What drive types are available for the Ford Focus?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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