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Ford Focus vs Skoda Kodiaq comparison

Compare performance (280 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (27,500 £ vs 37,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Focus or Skoda Kodiaq?

Ford Focus vs Skoda Kodiaq: Key differences

Ford Focus

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • only slightly more power
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
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Skoda Kodiaq

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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 is clearly cheaper – starting at 27,500 £ , while the Skoda Kodiaq costs 37,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,363 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Kodiaq uses 1.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Ford Focus with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3.4 L/100km.

Kodiaq

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Ford Focus offers only slightly more power – delivering 280 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 15 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Focus is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 5.7 s, while the Skoda Kodiaq takes 6.3 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Focus delivers very slightly more torque with 420 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.

Focus

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 terms of curb weight, Ford Focus is markedly lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 1,684 kg. The difference is around 354 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Kodiaq offers clearly more boot space – 910 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 518 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Kodiaq carries barely more – 563 kg compared to 560 kg. That’s a difference of about 3 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Kodiaq stands well ahead of its rival 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.

from £37,900
Kodiaq

Skoda Kodiaq

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.5 - 8.2 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 119 - 122 km
Ford Focus
Skoda Kodiaq

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Skoda Kodiaq

The Skoda Kodiaq blends sensible practicality with surprising style, so families and weekend adventurers get roomy comfort without looking like a moving van. It feels calm and composed on the road, packs clever storage and user-friendly tech, and manages to deliver a near-premium vibe without the pretension.

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Ford Focus
Skoda Kodiaq

Costs and Consumption

Price
27,500 - 42,700 £
Price
37,900 - 50,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
119 - 122 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
117 - 183 g/km
co2
35 - 186 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,529 kg
Curb weight
1,684 - 1,970 kg
Trunk capacity
392 L
Trunk capacity
745 - 910 L
Length
4,382 - 4,397 mm
Length
-
Width
1,825 - 1,844 mm
Width
1,864 mm
Height
1,438 - 1,482 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,354 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
495 - 560 kg
Payload
460 - 563 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 2,261 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, E, B
Brand
Ford
Brand
Skoda
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