Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost vs Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition

Comparison winners

4 metrics
0-100 winner Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition 5.3 s Runner-up: 5.7 s
Power winner Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition 300 hp Runner-up: 280 hp
Cargo winner Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost 375 L Runner-up: 295 L
Price winner Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost $32,900 Runner-up: $39,900

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost against the 2025 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition. Both belong to the hatchback class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use petrol powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 5.3 seconds, compared with 5.7 seconds for 2025 Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost. 2025 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition has the higher listed output at 300 hp; 2025 Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost is rated at 280 hp, a difference of 20 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost at 420 Nm and 2025 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition at 370 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2025 Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost has the lower recorded consumption at 8.1 L/100km; 2025 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition is listed at 9.4 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 375 litres versus 295 litres, a difference of 80 litres. 2025 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition is 32 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost has the lower listed starting price at $32,900, compared with $39,900 for 2025 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition. The measured categories split evenly, so the better choice depends on which attributes matter most. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

Prepared by CarsbySpec from the structured specifications displayed on this page. Missing values are not estimated, and component figures are not treated as directly comparable system figures. Read the methodology.

Specification Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost2025 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition2025
Performance
0-100 km/h5.7 s5.3 s
Top Speed250 km/h235 km/h
Power280 hp300 hp
Torque420 Nm370 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank52 L50 L
Efficiency8.1 L/100km9.4 L/100km
CO2 Emissions185 g/km214 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,378 mm4,410 mm
Ground Clearance130 mm130 mm
Cargo375 L295 L
Curb Weight1,451 kg1,475 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.0 m11.4 m
Starting MSRP$32,900$39,900

Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost vs Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost or the 2025 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition?

2025 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 5.3 seconds, versus 5.7 seconds for 2025 Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost or the 2025 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition?

2025 Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost has the higher listed top speed at 250 km/h (155 mph), compared with 235 km/h (146 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost or the 2025 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition?

2025 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition has more power at 300 hp, a 20 hp advantage over 2025 Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost or the 2025 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition?

2025 Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost has more listed cargo space at 375 litres (13.2 cu ft), versus 295 litres (10.4 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost or the 2025 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition?

2025 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition is heavier at 1,475 kg (3,252 lb), while 2025 Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost is listed at 1,451 kg (3,199 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost or the 2025 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition?

2025 Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $32,900 USD, compared with $39,900 USD for 2025 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost or the 2025 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition?

The measured categories split evenly, so the better choice depends on which attributes matter most. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.