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Mercedes V Class vs Ford Focus comparison

Compare performance (237 HP vs 280 HP), boot space and price (48,200 £ vs 27,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes V Class or Ford Focus?

Mercedes V Class vs Ford Focus: Key differences

Mercedes V Class

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Ford Focus

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  • significantly cheaper
  • a bit more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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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

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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 significantly cheaper – starting at 27,500 £ , while the Mercedes V Class costs 48,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,650 £.

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

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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 Ford Focus offers a bit more power – delivering 280 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 43 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 Mercedes V Class takes 7.4 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes V Class delivers moderately more torque with 500 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Mercedes V Class offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Focus is clearly lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 2,192 kg. The difference is around 862 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes V Class carries clearly more – 908 kg compared to 560 kg. That’s a difference of about 348 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Focus 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.

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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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Mercedes V Class

The V‑Class is the grown-up people mover that blends executive-level comfort with van practicality, ideal for those who want to ferry family and gear without sacrificing luxury. Inside it's plush and flexible, with clever touches that turn long hauls into a comfortable commute and still manage to look serious on 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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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
48,200 - 83,300 £
Price
27,500 - 42,700 £
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 10.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
187 - 232 g/km
co2
117 - 183 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
52 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
6
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
5
Curb weight
2,192 - 2,464 kg
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,529 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
392 L
Length
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Length
4,382 - 4,397 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,825 - 1,844 mm
Height
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Height
1,438 - 1,482 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,354 L
Payload
636 - 908 kg
Payload
495 - 560 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 237 HP
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Torque
370 - 500 Nm
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
120 - 174 kW
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 2,261 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Ford
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes V Class have?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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