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Ford Focus vs Toyota RAV4 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (280 HP vs 306 HP), boot space and price (27500 £ vs 35100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Focus or Toyota RAV4?

Ford Focus

Toyota RAV4

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Ford Focus has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 27500 £, while the Toyota RAV4 costs 35100 £. That’s a price difference of around 7620 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota RAV4 manages with 1 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Ford Focus with 4.90 L. The difference is about 3.90 L per 100 km.

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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 Toyota RAV4 has a barely noticeable edge – offering 306 HP compared to 280 HP. That’s roughly 26 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Focus is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 5.70 s, while the Toyota RAV4 takes 6 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Ford Focus performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Toyota RAV4 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

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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.

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In curb weight, Ford Focus is evident lighter – 1330 kg compared to 1745 kg. The difference is around 415 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Toyota RAV4 offers noticeable more room – 580 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 188 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Toyota RAV4 performs slightly better – up to 1690 L, which is about 336 L more than the Ford Focus.

When it comes to payload, Toyota RAV4 barely noticeable takes the win – 600 kg compared to 560 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Toyota RAV4 proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Toyota RAV4 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £35,100
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Toyota RAV4

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 218 - 306 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1 - 5.6 L
  • Electric Range : 75 km
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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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Toyota RAV4

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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The Toyota RAV4 feels like a sensible friend on the road, marrying dependable practicality with a dash of SUV personality that keeps daily driving from turning dull. Comfortable and easy to live with, it looks tough without shouting and quietly gets the job done — a sensible pick for buyers who want versatility without drama.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
27500 - 42700 £
Price
35100 - 55700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L
Consumption L/100km
1 - 5.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
75 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
117 - 183 g/km
co2
22 - 128 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
1745 - 1910 kg
Trunk capacity
392 L
Trunk capacity
520 - 580 L
Length
4382 - 4397 mm
Length
4600 mm
Width
1825 - 1844 mm
Width
1855 mm
Height
1438 - 1482 mm
Height
1685 mm
Max trunk capacity
1354 L
Max trunk capacity
1604 - 1690 L
Payload
495 - 560 kg
Payload
390 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
Power HP
218 - 306 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 - 8.4 s
Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Power kW
160 - 225 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 2261 cm3
Engine capacity
2487 cm3

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

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What drive types are available for the Ford Focus?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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