Compare performance (280 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (27,500 £ vs 36,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Focus or Skoda Superb Combi?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Ford Focus is visibly cheaper – starting at 27,500 £ , while the Skoda Superb Combi costs 36,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,571 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Superb Combi uses 1.2 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Ford Focus with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3.7 L/100km.
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 offers barely more power – delivering 280 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 15 HP more horsepower.
Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 5.7 s from 0 to 100 km/h.
Looking at top speed, the Ford Focus is barely faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Skoda Superb Combi tops out at 232 km/h. The difference is around 18 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Focus delivers marginally more torque with 420 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Ford Focus is slightly lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 1,575 kg. The difference is around 245 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Skoda Superb Combi offers clearly more boot space – 690 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 298 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Skoda Superb Combi offers visibly more capacity – up to 1,920 L, about 566 L more than the Ford Focus.
When it comes to payload, the Skoda Superb Combi carries very slightly more – 584 kg compared to 560 kg. That’s a difference of about 24 kg.
The Skoda Superb Combi 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.
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.
detailsThe Skoda Superb Combi is the practical hero of the estate world, offering cavernous space and a calm, refined ride that makes family life feel effortless. Its clever features, understated design and no-nonsense value make it a smart pick for buyers who want Germanic engineering without the badge premium — and it even manages to stay surprisingly stylish while doing all the heavy lifting.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
27,500 - 42,700 £
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Price
36,100 - 52,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 7.8 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
128 - 137 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
117 - 183 g/km
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co2
28 - 178 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
52 L
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Fuel tank capacity
66 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,330 - 1,529 kg
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Curb weight
1,575 - 1,853 kg
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Trunk capacity
392 L
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Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
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Length
4,382 - 4,397 mm
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Length
4,902 mm
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Width
1,825 - 1,844 mm
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Width
1,849 mm
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Height
1,438 - 1,482 mm
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Height
1,482 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,354 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,920 L
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Payload
495 - 560 kg
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Payload
497 - 584 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 280 HP
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Power HP
150 - 265 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 9.3 s
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Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
232 km/h
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Torque
170 - 420 Nm
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
85 - 206 kW
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Power kW
110 - 195 kW
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Engine capacity
999 - 2,261 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, G, B
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
Skoda
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