Compare performance (280 HP vs 196 HP), boot space and price (27,500 £ vs 30,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Focus or Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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 is marginally cheaper – starting at 27,500 £ , while the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer costs 30,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,477 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer uses 2.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Ford Focus with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.6 L/100km.
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 Ford Focus offers clearly more power – delivering 280 HP compared to 196 HP. That’s roughly 84 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 Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer takes 7.7 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Focus delivers a bit more torque with 420 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm more.
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.
In terms of curb weight, Ford Focus is marginally lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 1,438 kg. The difference is around 108 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer offers visibly more boot space – 597 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 205 L.
When it comes to payload, the Ford Focus carries a bit more – 560 kg compared to 502 kg. That’s a difference of about 58 kg.
The Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer 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 Opel Astra Sports Tourer blends family-friendly practicality with a sleek, grown-up wagon silhouette that manages to be both useful and unexpectedly stylish. It’s an easy car to live with — comfortable, well put together and clever with space — a sensible choice for buyers who want everyday versatility without fuss.
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Price
27,500 - 42,700 £
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Price
30,000 - 39,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
82 - 445 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
117 - 183 g/km
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co2
0 - 132 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
52 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,330 - 1,529 kg
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Curb weight
1,438 - 1,765 kg
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Trunk capacity
392 L
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Trunk capacity
466 - 597 L
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Length
4,382 - 4,397 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,825 - 1,844 mm
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Width
1,859 mm
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Height
1,438 - 1,482 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,354 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
495 - 560 kg
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Payload
434 - 502 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 MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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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 - 196 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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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 - 144 kW
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Engine capacity
999 - 2,261 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, D, A
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
Vauxhall
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