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Ford Focus vs Nissan X-Trail comparison

Compare performance (280 HP vs 213 HP), boot space and price (27,500 £ vs 34,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Focus or Nissan X-Trail?

Ford Focus vs Nissan X-Trail: Key differences

Ford Focus

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • a bit more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
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Nissan X-Trail

4.6 (5 Reviews)
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  • visibly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Focus

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Ford Focus is noticeably cheaper – starting at 27,500 £ , while the Nissan X-Trail costs 34,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,643 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Focus uses 4.9 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the Nissan X-Trail with 5.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.

X-Trail

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Ford Focus offers noticeably more power – delivering 280 HP compared to 213 HP. That’s roughly 67 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Focus is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.7 s, while the Nissan X-Trail takes 7 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan X-Trail delivers slightly more torque with 525 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 105 Nm more.

Focus

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Nissan X-Trail offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Focus is noticeably lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 1,668 kg. The difference is around 338 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Nissan X-Trail offers visibly more boot space – 585 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 193 L.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan X-Trail carries very slightly more – 574 kg compared to 560 kg. That’s a difference of about 14 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Focus 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.

from £27,500
Focus

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/100km
Ford Focus
Nissan X-Trail

Costs and Consumption

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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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Nissan X-Trail

The Nissan X-Trail is a roomy, no-nonsense family SUV that mixes sensible practicality with a quietly modern look, making it an easy choice for busy lives and weekend escapes. It drives with calm confidence, delivers a comfortable ride and sensible tech, and won’t demand drama while doing the everyday heavy lifting.

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Ford Focus
Nissan X-Trail

Costs and Consumption

Price
27,500 - 42,700 £
Price
34,200 - 50,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
117 - 183 g/km
co2
131 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,529 kg
Curb weight
1,668 - 1,961 kg
Trunk capacity
392 L
Trunk capacity
177 - 585 L
Length
4,382 - 4,397 mm
Length
-
Width
1,825 - 1,844 mm
Width
1,840 mm
Height
1,438 - 1,482 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,354 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
495 - 560 kg
Payload
432 - 574 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
Power HP
163 - 213 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Torque
300 - 525 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Power kW
120 - 157 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 2,261 cm3
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3

General

Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E
Brand
Ford
Brand
Nissan
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