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Ford Focus vs Volvo EX30 comparison

Compare performance (280 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (27,500 £ vs 30,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Focus or Volvo EX30?

Ford Focus vs Volvo EX30: Key differences

Ford Focus

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • markedly lighter
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Volvo EX30

3.7 (7 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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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:

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

Ford Focus is marginally cheaper – starting at 27,500 £ , while the Volvo EX30 costs 30,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,477 £.

EX30

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 Volvo EX30 offers clearly more power – delivering 428 HP compared to 280 HP. That’s roughly 148 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX30 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Ford Focus takes 5.7 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EX30 delivers visibly more torque with 543 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 123 Nm more.

Focus

Space and Everyday Use:

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 markedly lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 1,840 kg. The difference is around 510 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Focus carries visibly more – 560 kg compared to 390 kg. That’s a difference of about 170 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EX30 is decisively ahead 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.

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EX30

Volvo EX30

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 428 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17 - 18.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 339 - 475 km
Ford Focus
Volvo EX30

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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Volvo EX30

The Volvo EX30 is a compact all-electric crossover that mixes Volvo's strong safety focus with clean Scandinavian design for a really city-friendly package. It feels lively and easy to live with, pairing a premium-feeling interior and modern connectivity with a practical footprint for urban driving.

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Ford Focus
Volvo EX30

Costs and Consumption

Price
27,500 - 42,700 £
Price
30,000 - 47,800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
339 - 475 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
117 - 183 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 L
Fuel tank capacity
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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
1,840 - 1,960 kg
Trunk capacity
392 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,382 - 4,397 mm
Length
-
Width
1,825 - 1,844 mm
Width
1,838 mm
Height
1,438 - 1,482 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,354 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
495 - 560 kg
Payload
370 - 390 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
Power HP
150 - 428 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Torque
343 - 543 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Power kW
110 - 315 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 2,261 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
Volvo
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