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Ford Focus vs VW Transporter Transporter comparison

Compare performance (280 HP vs 286 HP), boot space and price (27,500 £ vs 37,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Focus or VW Transporter Transporter?

Ford Focus vs VW Transporter Transporter: Key differences

Ford Focus

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially lighter
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VW Transporter Transporter

  • barely more power
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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:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Ford Focus is markedly cheaper – starting at 27,500 £ , while the VW Transporter Transporter costs 37,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,001 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Focus uses 4.9 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the VW Transporter Transporter with 7.1 L/100km. The difference is about 2.2 L/100km.

Transporter Transporter

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 Transporter Transporter offers barely more power – delivering 286 HP compared to 280 HP. That’s roughly 6 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Focus is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.7 s, while the VW Transporter Transporter takes 7.4 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Ford Focus is markedly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW Transporter Transporter tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 100 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Focus delivers marginally more torque with 420 Nm compared to 415 Nm. That’s about 5 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 substantially lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 1,872 kg. The difference is around 542 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Transporter Transporter carries substantially more – 1,259 kg compared to 560 kg. That’s a difference of about 699 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Focus has only a minor advantage 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 £27,500
Focus

Ford Focus

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 115 - 280 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 8 L/100km
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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 Transporter Transporter

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Costs and Consumption
Price
27,500 - 42,700 £
Price
37,500 - 60,800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 24.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
56 - 331 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
co2
117 - 183 g/km
co2
0 - 220 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,529 kg
Curb weight
1,872 - 2,462 kg
Trunk capacity
392 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,382 - 4,397 mm
Length
5,050 - 5,450 mm
Width
1,825 - 1,844 mm
Width
2,032 mm
Height
1,438 - 1,482 mm
Height
1,966 - 1,985 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,354 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
495 - 560 kg
Payload
755 - 1,259 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
Power HP
110 - 286 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
112 - 150 km/h
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Torque
310 - 415 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Power kW
81 - 210 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 2,261 cm3
Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,488 cm3

General
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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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