Compare performance (280 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (27500 £ vs 29600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Focus or Toyota Corolla Touring Sports?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Ford Focus has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 27500 £ , while the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports costs 29600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2091 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Corolla Touring Sports manages with 4.40 L and is therefore somewhat more efficient than the Ford Focus with 4.90 L. The difference is about 0.50 L per 100 km.
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 Ford Focus has a noticeable edge – offering 280 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 102 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Focus is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 5.70 s, while the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports takes 7.50 s. That’s about 1.80 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Ford Focus performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.
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 curb weight, Ford Focus is to a small extent lighter – 1330 kg compared to 1485 kg. The difference is around 155 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports offers distinct more room – 596 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 204 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports performs to a small extent better – up to 1606 L, which is about 252 L more than the Ford Focus.
When it comes to payload, Ford Focus distinct takes the win – 560 kg compared to 440 kg. That’s a difference of about 120 kg.
The Ford Focus holds a decisive overall lead 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 Toyota Corolla Touring Sports is a sensible yet stylish estate that blends everyday practicality with Toyota's trademark reliability, making it the kind of car that quietly gets on with family life without drama. Inside it's cleverly packaged for luggage and kids' gear and feels calm and comfortable on the road — sensible rather than flashy, but with enough character to make daily drives more enjoyable.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
27500 - 42700 £
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Price
29600 - 36400 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.40 L
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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
-
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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
100 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
52 L
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Fuel tank capacity
43 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
1330 - 1529 kg
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Curb weight
1485 - 1515 kg
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Trunk capacity
392 L
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Trunk capacity
581 - 596 L
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Length
4382 - 4397 mm
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Length
4650 mm
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Width
1825 - 1844 mm
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Width
1790 mm
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Height
1438 - 1482 mm
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Height
1435 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1354 L
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Max trunk capacity
1591 - 1606 L
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Payload
495 - 560 kg
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Payload
400 - 440 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
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Engine Type
Full 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
CVT
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 280 HP
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Power HP
140 - 178 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
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Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
170 - 420 Nm
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Torque
-
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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
103 - 131 kW
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Engine capacity
999 - 2261 cm3
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Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2022 - 2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
Toyota
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.