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Ford Focus vs VW Tayron - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (280 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (27500 £ vs 39600 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Focus or VW Tayron?

Ford Focus

VW Tayron

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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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 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 27500 £, while the VW Tayron costs 39600 £. That’s a price difference of around 12098 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Tayron manages with 1.50 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Ford Focus with 4.90 L. The difference is about 3.40 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 Ford Focus has a minimal edge – offering 280 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 8 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 VW Tayron takes 6.10 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Ford Focus performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW Tayron tops out at 240 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Focus pulls slight stronger with 420 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm difference.

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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 distinct lighter – 1330 kg compared to 1682 kg. The difference is around 352 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Tayron offers convincingly more room – 885 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 493 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Tayron performs clearly perceptible better – up to 2090 L, which is about 736 L more than the Ford Focus.

When it comes to payload, VW Tayron slight takes the win – 566 kg compared to 560 kg. That’s a difference of about 6 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Tayron shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £39,600
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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
  • Electric Range : 116 - 123 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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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
27500 - 42700 £
Price
39600 - 53300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
116 - 123 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
117 - 183 g/km
co2
33 - 192 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 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
1682 - 1948 kg
Trunk capacity
392 L
Trunk capacity
705 - 885 L
Length
4382 - 4397 mm
Length
4792 mm
Width
1825 - 1844 mm
Width
1853 - 1866 mm
Height
1438 - 1482 mm
Height
1666 - 1668 mm
Max trunk capacity
1354 L
Max trunk capacity
1915 - 2090 L
Payload
495 - 560 kg
Payload
489 - 566 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
204 - 240 km/h
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 - 2261 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General
Model Year
2022 - 2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G, B
Brand
Ford
Brand
VW

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What drive types are available for the Ford Focus?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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