Compare performance (280 HP vs 225 HP), boot space and price (27500 £ vs 25200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Focus or Vauxhall Astra?
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.
Vauxhall Astra has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £ , while the Ford Focus costs 27500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2323 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Vauxhall Astra manages with 2.20 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Ford Focus with 4.90 L. The difference is about 2.70 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 a bit edge – offering 280 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 55 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Focus is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 5.70 s, while the Vauxhall Astra takes 7.50 s. That’s about 1.80 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Ford Focus performs minimal better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Vauxhall Astra tops out at 235 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Focus pulls somewhat stronger with 420 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Ford Focus is slight lighter – 1330 kg compared to 1341 kg. The difference is around 11 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Vauxhall Astra offers minimal more room – 422 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 30 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Ford Focus performs slight better – up to 1354 L, which is about 15 L more than the Vauxhall Astra.
When it comes to payload, Ford Focus hardly perceptible takes the win – 560 kg compared to 509 kg. That’s a difference of about 51 kg.
The Vauxhall Astra holds a decisive overall lead 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 Opel Astra strikes a neat balance between everyday practicality and engaging handling, so the daily grind suddenly feels a bit less dull. Inside it's intelligently packaged with modern kit and comfortable seating, making it a very sensible pick for buyers who want a dependable hatchback that doesn't take itself too seriously.
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Price
27500 - 42700 £
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Price
25200 - 40500 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 6 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.40 kWh
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
82 - 419 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
51 kWh
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co2
117 - 183 g/km
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co2
0 - 135 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
52 L
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1330 - 1529 kg
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Curb weight
1341 - 1736 kg
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Trunk capacity
392 L
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Trunk capacity
352 - 422 L
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Length
4382 - 4397 mm
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Length
4374 mm
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Width
1825 - 1844 mm
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Width
1860 mm
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Height
1438 - 1482 mm
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Height
1432 - 1488 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1354 L
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Max trunk capacity
1268 - 1339 L
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Payload
495 - 560 kg
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Payload
414 - 509 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 280 HP
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Power HP
130 - 225 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
170 - 235 km/h
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Torque
170 - 420 Nm
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
85 - 206 kW
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Power kW
96 - 165 kW
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Engine capacity
999 - 2261 cm3
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2022 - 2024
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C, B
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
Vauxhall
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.