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Lotus Eletre vs Ford Focus comparison

Compare performance (918 HP vs 280 HP), boot space and price (85,700 £ vs 27,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lotus Eletre or Ford Focus?

Lotus Eletre vs Ford Focus: Key differences

Lotus Eletre

  • considerably more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space

Ford Focus

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  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially lighter

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

Eletre

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 considerably cheaper – starting at 27,500 £ , while the Lotus Eletre costs 85,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 58,191 £.

Focus

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 Lotus Eletre offers considerably more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 280 HP. That’s roughly 638 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Eletre is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the Ford Focus takes 5.7 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lotus Eletre is very slightly faster – reaching 265 km/h, while the Ford Focus tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Eletre delivers substantially more torque with 985 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 565 Nm more.

Eletre

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 substantially lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 2,565 kg. The difference is around 1,235 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lotus Eletre offers considerably more boot space – 688 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 296 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Lotus Eletre offers a bit more capacity – up to 1,532 L, about 178 L more than the Ford Focus.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Focus carries slightly more – 560 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lotus Eletre holds a decisive overall lead 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 £85,700
Eletre

Lotus Eletre

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 612 - 918 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 450 - 570 km
Lotus Eletre
Ford Focus

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Lotus Eletre

The Lotus Eletre is a bold, electric SUV that finally lets Lotus step into the luxury EV arena without losing the brand's famed focus on razor-sharp handling and driver engagement. Inside, it pairs a futuristic, tech-heavy cabin with surprising comfort and poise — think of a sports car in evening wear, ready to sprint yet polite enough for the school run.

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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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Lotus Eletre
Ford Focus

Costs and Consumption

Price
85,700 - 138,000 £
Price
27,500 - 42,700 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
450 - 570 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
109 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
117 - 183 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
52 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,565 - 2,745 kg
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,529 kg
Trunk capacity
688 L
Trunk capacity
392 L
Length
5,103 mm
Length
4,382 - 4,397 mm
Width
2,060 mm
Width
1,825 - 1,844 mm
Height
1,630 mm
Height
1,438 - 1,482 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,532 L
Max trunk capacity
1,354 L
Payload
405 - 485 kg
Payload
495 - 560 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
612 - 918 HP
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 - 4.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Max Speed
258 - 265 km/h
Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
999 - 2,261 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
Brand
Lotus
Brand
Ford
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