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Toyota Prius vs Ford Focus comparison

Compare performance (223 HP vs 280 HP), boot space and price (39,400 £ vs 27,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Prius or Ford Focus?

Toyota Prius vs Ford Focus: Key differences

Toyota Prius

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more efficient
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Ford Focus

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  • considerably cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
  • clearly 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

Prius

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 considerably cheaper – starting at 27,500 £ , while the Toyota Prius costs 39,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,906 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Prius uses 0.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Ford Focus with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 4.4 L/100km.

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 Ford Focus offers markedly more power – delivering 280 HP compared to 223 HP. That’s roughly 57 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Focus is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 5.7 s, while the Toyota Prius takes 6.8 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Ford Focus is noticeably faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Toyota Prius tops out at 177 km/h. The difference is around 73 km/h.

Prius

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 noticeably lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 1,620 kg. The difference is around 290 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ford Focus offers clearly more boot space – 392 L compared to 284 L. That’s a difference of about 108 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Focus carries clearly more – 560 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 185 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Prius is decisively ahead 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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Prius

Toyota Prius

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 223 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range 72 - 86 km
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Toyota Prius

The Prius glides through traffic like a wise commuter's secret weapon, balancing miserly running costs with an unflappable sense of reliability. It's not a thrill seeker, but its roomy cabin, sensible packaging and low-stress driving personality make it a brilliant choice for buyers who value peace of mind over pulse-raising performance.

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Reviews Toyota Prius

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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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Good handling and more than enough pulling power from the 1.5‑litre EcoBoost.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
39,400 - 45,800 £
Price
27,500 - 42,700 £
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 0.7 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
72 - 86 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
12 - 17 g/km
co2
117 - 183 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
52 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,620 - 1,630 kg
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,529 kg
Trunk capacity
284 L
Trunk capacity
392 L
Length
4,599 mm
Length
4,382 - 4,397 mm
Width
1,782 mm
Width
1,825 - 1,844 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Height
1,438 - 1,482 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,354 L
Payload
365 - 375 kg
Payload
495 - 560 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
223 HP
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Max Speed
177 km/h
Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
164 kW
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 2,261 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
Brand
Toyota
Brand
Ford
What drive types are available for the Toyota Prius?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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