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Ford Focus vs VW Tayron comparison

Compare performance (280 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (27,500 £ vs 40,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Focus or VW Tayron?

Ford Focus vs VW Tayron: Key differences

Ford Focus

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • barely more power
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
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VW Tayron

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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  • significantly more efficient
  • significantly more trunk space
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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 considerably cheaper – starting at 27,500 £ , while the VW Tayron costs 40,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,707 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tayron uses 1.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Ford Focus with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3.4 L/100km.

Tayron

Engine and Performance:

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 272 HP. That’s roughly 8 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Focus is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.7 s, while the VW Tayron takes 6.1 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

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.

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 noticeably lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 1,682 kg. The difference is around 352 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Tayron offers significantly more boot space – 885 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 493 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Tayron carries only slightly more – 573 kg compared to 560 kg. That’s a difference of about 13 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Tayron 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.

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Tayron

VW Tayron

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.5 - 8.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 116 - 123 km
Ford Focus
VW Tayron

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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VW Tayron

The VW Tayron is Volkswagen's roomy, no-nonsense SUV that pairs clean, familiar styling with a practical cabin built for families and everyday use. It rides comfortably, packs sensible tech and creature comforts, and feels like the sensible sweater of SUVs for buyers who prefer steady value over headline-grabbing drama.

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Ford Focus
VW Tayron

Costs and Consumption

Price
27,500 - 42,700 £
Price
40,200 - 56,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
116 - 123 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
117 - 183 g/km
co2
33 - 192 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

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
1,682 - 1,948 kg
Trunk capacity
392 L
Trunk capacity
705 - 885 L
Length
4,382 - 4,397 mm
Length
-
Width
1,825 - 1,844 mm
Width
1,853 - 1,866 mm
Height
1,438 - 1,482 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,354 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
495 - 560 kg
Payload
489 - 573 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
Power HP
150 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Power kW
110 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 2,261 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G, B
Brand
Ford
Brand
VW
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