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Ford Focus vs VW Tiguan - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (280 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (27500 £ vs 33300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Focus or VW Tiguan?

Ford Focus

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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VW Tiguan

4 (6 Reviews)
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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 has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 27500 £ , while the VW Tiguan costs 33300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5786 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Tiguan manages with 1.40 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Ford Focus with 4.90 L. The difference is about 3.50 L per 100 km.

Tiguan

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 has a barely noticeable 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 slight quicker – completing the sprint in 5.70 s, while the VW Tiguan takes 5.90 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Ford Focus performs slight better – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW Tiguan tops out at 242 km/h. The difference is around 8 km/h.

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

Focus

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Ford Focus is distinct lighter – 1330 kg compared to 1599 kg. The difference is around 269 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Tiguan offers evident more room – 652 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 260 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Tiguan performs slightly better – up to 1650 L, which is about 296 L more than the Ford Focus.

When it comes to payload, Ford Focus barely noticeable takes the win – 560 kg compared to 533 kg. That’s a difference of about 27 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Tiguan is far ahead overall 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.

Ford Focus
VW Tiguan

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Tiguan

VW Tiguan

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

Ford Focus

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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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

4 (6 Reviews)
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The VW Tiguan blends sensible family practicality with a dash of German polish, delivering a calm, reassuring ride and a cabin that never feels like an afterthought. For buyers who want an SUV that’s easy to live with yet still nicely dressed, the Tiguan is the grown‑up choice that keeps a cheeky wink in reserve.

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Ford Focus
VW Tiguan

Costs and Consumption

Price
27500 - 42700 £
Price
33300 - 51900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
117 - 183 g/km
co2
32 - 190 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
1599 - 1890 kg
Trunk capacity
392 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
4382 - 4397 mm
Length
4539 mm
Width
1825 - 1844 mm
Width
1842 - 1859 mm
Height
1438 - 1482 mm
Height
1656 - 1658 mm
Max trunk capacity
1354 L
Max trunk capacity
1486 - 1650 L
Payload
495 - 560 kg
Payload
460 - 533 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, 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
All-Wheel Drive, Front-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
210 - 242 km/h
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 - 2261 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2022 - 2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, F, B
Brand
Ford
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Ford Focus?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.