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Ford Focus vs Polestar 2 comparison

Compare performance (280 HP vs 476 HP), boot space and price (27,500 £ vs 42,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Focus or Polestar 2?

Ford Focus vs Polestar 2: Key differences

Ford Focus

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially lighter

Polestar 2

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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 is considerably cheaper – starting at 27,500 £ , while the Polestar 2 costs 42,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,477 £.

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Engine and Performance:

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 Polestar 2 offers clearly more power – delivering 476 HP compared to 280 HP. That’s roughly 196 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 2 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the Ford Focus takes 5.7 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Ford Focus is moderately faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Polestar 2 tops out at 205 km/h. The difference is around 45 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 2 delivers considerably more torque with 740 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 320 Nm more.

Focus

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Focus is substantially lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 2,015 kg. The difference is around 685 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Polestar 2 offers very slightly more boot space – 405 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 13 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Ford Focus offers moderately more capacity – up to 1,354 L, about 259 L more than the Polestar 2.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Focus carries noticeably more – 560 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 139 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 2 is clearly superior overall 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.

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Polestar 2

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 476 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 554 - 659 km
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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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Reviews Ford Focus

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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Henk
28 Dec 2025, 23:33:18

Good handling and more than enough pulling power from the 1.5‑litre EcoBoost.

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Polestar 2

The Polestar 2 is a crisp, Scandinavian-styled electric liftback that pairs minimalist luxury with a focused, driver's attitude. It feels agile and composed whether you’re commuting or heading out for the weekend, with a tech-forward cabin and enough personality to make everyday driving a bit more fun.

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Polestar 2

Costs and Consumption
Price
27,500 - 42,700 £
Price
42,000 - 57,400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
554 - 659 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
78 kWh
co2
117 - 183 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,529 kg
Curb weight
2,015 - 2,188 kg
Trunk capacity
392 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
4,382 - 4,397 mm
Length
4,606 mm
Width
1,825 - 1,844 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
1,438 - 1,482 mm
Height
1,473 - 1,479 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,354 L
Max trunk capacity
1,095 L
Payload
495 - 560 kg
Payload
375 - 421 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
Power HP
272 - 476 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.4 s
Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
205 km/h
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Torque
490 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Power kW
200 - 350 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 2,261 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
Polestar
Is the Ford Focus offered with different drivetrains?

The Ford Focus is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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