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Ford Focus vs VW Tiguan comparison

Compare performance (280 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (27,500 £ vs 33,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Focus or VW Tiguan?

Ford Focus vs VW Tiguan: Key differences

Ford Focus

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

4.1 (9 Reviews)
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  • considerably more efficient
  • noticeably 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:

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 noticeably cheaper – starting at 27,500 £ , while the VW Tiguan costs 33,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,064 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tiguan uses 1.4 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Ford Focus with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3.5 L/100km.

Tiguan

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 Ford Focus offers marginally 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 Tiguan takes 5.9 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Focus delivers only slightly more torque with 420 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.

Focus

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Focus is noticeably lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 1,599 kg. The difference is around 269 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Tiguan offers noticeably more boot space – 652 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 260 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Focus carries only slightly more – 560 kg compared to 544 kg. That’s a difference of about 16 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Tiguan stands well ahead of its rival 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 £33,600
Tiguan

VW Tiguan

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 118 - 126 km
Ford Focus
VW Tiguan

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 Tiguan

The VW Tiguan is a well-rounded compact SUV that delivers a comfortable cabin, composed ride and practical space suited to everyday family life. Its straightforward tech and clever storage make it easy to live with, leaning toward sensible refinement rather than flash.

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Ford Focus
VW Tiguan

Costs and Consumption

Price
27,500 - 42,700 £
Price
33,600 - 54,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
117 - 183 g/km
co2
32 - 190 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
1,599 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity
392 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
4,382 - 4,397 mm
Length
-
Width
1,825 - 1,844 mm
Width
1,842 - 1,859 mm
Height
1,438 - 1,482 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,354 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
495 - 560 kg
Payload
460 - 544 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, 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
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 2,261 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

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