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Ford Focus vs Peugeot 308 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (280 HP vs 195 HP), boot space and price (27500 £ vs 29200 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Focus or Peugeot 308?

Ford Focus

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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Peugeot 308

5 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

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 Peugeot 308 costs 29200 £. That’s a price difference of around 1723 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 308 manages with 2.30 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Ford Focus with 4.90 L. The difference is about 2.60 L per 100 km.

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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 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 280 HP compared to 195 HP. That’s roughly 85 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 Peugeot 308 takes 7.60 s. That’s about 1.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Ford Focus performs slight better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Peugeot 308 tops out at 225 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Focus pulls noticeable stronger with 420 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 120 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.

In curb weight, Ford Focus is hardly perceptible lighter – 1330 kg compared to 1453 kg. The difference is around 123 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 308 offers hardly perceptible more room – 412 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Ford Focus performs barely noticeable better – up to 1354 L, which is about 31 L more than the Peugeot 308.

When it comes to payload, Ford Focus slightly takes the win – 560 kg compared to 503 kg. That’s a difference of about 57 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Peugeot 308 proves to be edges ahead and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Peugeot 308 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £29,200
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Peugeot 308

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 131 - 195 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.3 - 5 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.60 kWh
  • Electric Range : 78 - 450 km
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Ford Focus
Peugeot 308

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Ford Focus

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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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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Peugeot 308

5 (1 Reviews)
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The Peugeot 308 brings a sleek, feline profile and an unexpectedly upscale cabin, with clever packaging and materials that feel a touch more premium than you might expect. It’s composed on the road, easy to live with for daily life, and a smart choice if you want a stylish hatch that still behaves when the road gets interesting.

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Reviews Ford Focus

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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Costs and Consumption
Price
27500 - 42700 £
Price
29200 - 42600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.60 kWh
Electric Range
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Electric Range
78 - 450 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
0.40 kWh
co2
117 - 183 g/km
co2
0 - 129 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 L
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1330 - 1529 kg
Curb weight
1453 - 1749 kg
Trunk capacity
392 L
Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
Length
4382 - 4397 mm
Length
4367 mm
Width
1825 - 1844 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1438 - 1482 mm
Height
1438 mm
Max trunk capacity
1354 L
Max trunk capacity
1258 - 1323 L
Payload
495 - 560 kg
Payload
430 - 503 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 225 km/h
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 2261 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3

General
Model Year
2022 - 2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
Brand
Ford
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What drive types are available for the Ford Focus?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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