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Ford Focus vs SEAT Ibiza – Which car suits you better?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Focus or SEAT Ibiza?

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Compact Hatchback Showdown: Ford Focus vs SEAT Ibiza

In the highly competitive world of compact hatchbacks, the Ford Focus and SEAT Ibiza stand out as popular choices. Both models offer a blend of style, performance, and practicality, making them appealing to a wide range of drivers. This article delves into the technical aspects and innovations that set these two contenders apart to help you make an informed decision.

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Driving Performance and Engine Options

The Ford Focus offers a diverse range of engine options, catering to different driving preferences. Available with both petrol and diesel engines, including a mild-hybrid petrol engine, the Focus provides power outputs from 115 HP to a robust 280 HP. This flexibility comes with various transmission options including a manual gearbox and a dual-clutch automatic, ensuring a smooth driving experience whether you prefer a more traditional or modern feel.

On the other hand, the SEAT Ibiza comes exclusively with petrol engines, with power ranging from 80 HP to 150 HP. It too offers both manual and dual-clutch automatic transmission options. Though less powerful compared to the Focus, the Ibiza makes up for it with efficiency and responsive handling, especially in urban environments.

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Efficiency and Environmental Impact

For environmentally conscious drivers, the SEAT Ibiza shines with its lower CO2 emissions, starting as low as 115 g/km, and maintains a fuel consumption rate around 5.1-5.7 L/100km. This efficiency is complemented by the car's relatively lighter curb weight, enhancing its performance in city driving.

The Ford Focus, while providing more power, reflects slightly higher CO2 emissions and fuel consumption, ranging from 117 to 183 g/km, and 4.9 to 8 L/100km respectively. However, its mild-hybrid offering provides a more efficient option for those looking to balance power with eco-friendliness.

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Interior Space and Practicality

When it comes to practicality, the trunk capacity of the Ford Focus stands at 392 liters, providing ample space for luggage or grocery hauls. Its larger dimensions also mean more room for passengers, which could be a deciding factor for families or those who frequently travel with friends.

The SEAT Ibiza provides a slightly smaller trunk space, measuring 355 liters. However, its compact size makes it more maneuverable and easier to park in tight urban spaces, appealing to city dwellers looking for convenience.

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Overall Verdict

In conclusion, the Ford Focus and SEAT Ibiza each have their unique strengths. The Focus is ideal for those seeking a range of powerful engine choices, a bit more interior space, and advanced driving features. Meanwhile, the Ibiza is a practical choice for drivers who prioritize efficiency, maneuverability, and value a straightforward, reliable performance.

Ultimately, your ideal hatchback will depend on your specific needs: whether you lean towards power and space or efficiency and agility will guide you towards your perfect match.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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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.

SEAT Ibiza has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16100 £, while the Ford Focus costs 27500 £. That’s a price difference of around 11374 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Ford Focus manages with 4.90 L and is therefore hardly perceptible more efficient than the SEAT Ibiza with 5.20 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.

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 Ford Focus has a convincingly edge – offering 280 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 130 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Focus is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.70 s, while the SEAT Ibiza takes 8.10 s. That’s about 2.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Ford Focus performs somewhat better – reaching 250 km/h, while the SEAT Ibiza tops out at 216 km/h. The difference is around 34 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Focus pulls significantly stronger with 420 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 170 Nm difference.

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, SEAT Ibiza is slightly lighter – 1111 kg compared to 1330 kg. The difference is around 219 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Ford Focus offers minimal more room – 392 L compared to 355 L. That’s a difference of about 37 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Ford Focus performs a bit better – up to 1354 L, which is about 189 L more than the SEAT Ibiza.

When it comes to payload, Ford Focus barely noticeable takes the win – 560 kg compared to 522 kg. That’s a difference of about 38 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Ford Focus proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Ford Focus is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Ford Focus

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 280 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 8 L
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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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SEAT Ibiza

The SEAT Ibiza is a cheeky, well-priced hatchback that blends sharp styling with a grown-up driving character, making it a smart choice for city commuters who still want a bit of fun. Inside it's practical and neatly finished, with sensible kit and easygoing manners that make everyday life less fussy — a car that doesn't try too hard but gets the job done with a smile.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
27500 - 42700 £
Price
16100 - 28000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
117 - 183 g/km
co2
117 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 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
1111 - 1231 kg
Trunk capacity
392 L
Trunk capacity
355 L
Length
4382 - 4397 mm
Length
4059 mm
Width
1825 - 1844 mm
Width
1780 mm
Height
1438 - 1482 mm
Height
1447 mm
Max trunk capacity
1354 L
Max trunk capacity
1165 L
Payload
495 - 560 kg
Payload
489 - 522 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
Power HP
80 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 15.3 s
Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
172 - 216 km/h
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Torque
95 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Power kW
59 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 2261 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3

General
Model Year
2022 - 2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Ford
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SEAT

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What drive types are available for the Ford Focus?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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