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Ford Focus vs Renault Rafale - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (280 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (27500 £ vs 37500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Focus or Renault Rafale?

Ford Focus

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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Renault Rafale

5 (3 Reviews)
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You can find all user reviews further down on this page.

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 has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 27500 £ , while the Renault Rafale costs 37500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10028 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Rafale manages with 0.60 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Ford Focus with 4.90 L. The difference is about 4.30 L per 100 km.

Rafale

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 Renault Rafale has a minimal edge – offering 300 HP compared to 280 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Focus is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 5.70 s, while the Renault Rafale takes 6.40 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Ford Focus performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Renault Rafale tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

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 curb weight, Ford Focus is noticeable lighter – 1330 kg compared to 1734 kg. The difference is around 404 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Rafale offers noticeable more room – 627 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 235 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Rafale performs distinct better – up to 1910 L, which is about 556 L more than the Ford Focus.

When it comes to payload, Ford Focus evident takes the win – 560 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 116 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Renault Rafale shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £37,500
Rafale

Renault Rafale

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 200 - 300 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.6 - 5 L
  • Electric Range : 97 km
Ford Focus
Renault Rafale

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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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Renault Rafale

5 (3 Reviews)
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The Renault Rafale dresses bold coupé-inspired lines around a practical crossover body, turning heads without trying too hard. Inside it serves up a comfortable, well-equipped cabin and engaging driving manners, making it a clever choice for buyers who want a bit of panache with their daily commute.

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Ford Focus
Renault Rafale

Costs and Consumption

Price
27500 - 42700 £
Price
37500 - 49500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L
Consumption L/100km
0.6 - 5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
97 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
117 - 183 g/km
co2
14 - 109 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1330 - 1529 kg
Curb weight
1734 - 2025 kg
Trunk capacity
392 L
Trunk capacity
539 - 627 L
Length
4382 - 4397 mm
Length
4710 mm
Width
1825 - 1844 mm
Width
1886 mm
Height
1438 - 1482 mm
Height
1613 mm
Max trunk capacity
1354 L
Max trunk capacity
1826 - 1910 L
Payload
495 - 560 kg
Payload
415 - 444 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
Power HP
200 - 300 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Power kW
147 - 221 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 2261 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 cm3

General

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

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.