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Ford Focus vs VW Touareg comparison

Compare performance (280 HP vs 462 HP), boot space and price (27,500 £ vs 64,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Focus or VW Touareg?

Ford Focus vs VW Touareg: Key differences

Ford Focus

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • significantly lighter
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VW Touareg

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially 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 Touareg costs 64,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 36,793 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Focus uses 4.9 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the VW Touareg with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

Touareg

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 VW Touareg offers clearly more power – delivering 462 HP compared to 280 HP. That’s roughly 182 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Touareg is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 5.1 s, while the Ford Focus takes 5.7 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Touareg delivers markedly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 280 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Ford Focus is significantly lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 2,059 kg. The difference is around 729 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Touareg offers substantially more boot space – 810 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 418 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Touareg carries markedly more – 751 kg compared to 560 kg. That’s a difference of about 191 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Touareg 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 £64,300
Touareg

VW Touareg

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 231 - 462 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.2 - 10.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 47 - 49 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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VW Touareg

Volkswagen Touareg wraps a grown-up presence in a classy, well-appointed cabin that feels more like a premium saloon than an SUV. It glides with quiet composure, devours long journeys and tucks away clever tech that makes life easier whether you’re stuck in town or nipping off the beaten track.

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Reviews VW Touareg

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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Kevin
20 Apr 2026, 13:09:09

Brilliant car. Had 3 since 2005. Can't fault them. Would have purchased another, but after visiting local dealership, vehicle was being used by Sales Manager and it was in a d disgraceful condition. So purchased BME X6

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Roberto
4 Dec 2025, 21:53:53

Impeccable road-holding, especially if you choose optional extras like air suspension, active anti-roll bars and rear-wheel steering. Fast, quiet and comfortable.

Chris
23 Sept 2025, 10:05:45

I've been driving a Touareg 3.0 TDI with 286 PS, model year 2019, for 5 years.
So far no problems. Zero repairs.
Air suspension is top.
Driving feel is great.
Fuel consumption is also excellent for a vehicle of this weight (7.5 liters on average).
In my opinion the car is highly recommendable. That's why 5 stars!

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Costs and Consumption
Price
27,500 - 42,700 £
Price
64,300 - 88,300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 10.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
47 - 49 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
117 - 183 g/km
co2
119 - 239 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
2,059 - 2,470 kg
Trunk capacity
392 L
Trunk capacity
665 - 810 L
Length
4,382 - 4,397 mm
Length
-
Width
1,825 - 1,844 mm
Width
1,984 mm
Height
1,438 - 1,482 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,354 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
495 - 560 kg
Payload
550 - 751 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
Power HP
231 - 462 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Torque
450 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Power kW
170 - 340 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 2,261 cm3
Engine capacity
2,967 - 2,995 cm3

General
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
Brand
Ford
Brand
VW
Is the Ford Focus offered with different drivetrains?

The Ford Focus is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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