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Ford Focus vs Volvo EX90 comparison

Compare performance (280 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (27,500 £ vs 72,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Focus or Volvo EX90?

Ford Focus vs Volvo EX90: Key differences

Ford Focus

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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Volvo EX90

2.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • markedly 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:

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 considerably cheaper – starting at 27,500 £ , while the Volvo EX90 costs 72,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 44,648 £.

EX90

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 EX90 offers considerably more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 280 HP. That’s roughly 400 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX90 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the Ford Focus takes 5.7 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EX90 delivers clearly more torque with 870 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 450 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.

Seats: Volvo EX90 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Focus is considerably lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 2,555 kg. The difference is around 1,225 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo EX90 carries only slightly more – 605 kg compared to 560 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EX90 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.

from £72,200
EX90

Volvo EX90

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 333 - 680 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.8 - 19.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 570 - 620 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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Reviews Ford Focus

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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Henk
28 Dec 2025, 23:33:18

Good handling and more than enough pulling power from the 1.5‑litre EcoBoost.

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The Volvo EX90 feels like a Scandinavian fortress on wheels, combining serene luxury with smart safety features that make everyday driving remarkably calm and confident. It dresses cutting-edge electric technology in understated elegance, so buyers who want peace of mind without shouting about it will find it hard to resist.

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CHD
22 Apr 2026, 11:15:18

Full of faults — at least every other day there's something that needs to be fixed. Consumption 24 kWh/100 km in summer; in winter the range is half of what was promised. The safety would be good if the promised features actually worked.

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Volvo EX90

Costs and Consumption
Price
27,500 - 42,700 £
Price
72,200 - 91,700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 19.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
570 - 620 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
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
6 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,529 kg
Curb weight
2,555 - 2,765 kg
Trunk capacity
392 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,382 - 4,397 mm
Length
-
Width
1,825 - 1,844 mm
Width
1,964 mm
Height
1,438 - 1,482 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,354 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
495 - 560 kg
Payload
545 - 605 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
333 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.8 s
Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Torque
480 - 870 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Power kW
245 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 2,261 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
Volvo
Is the Ford Focus offered with different drivetrains?

The Ford Focus is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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