Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost vs Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost 5.7 s Runner-up: 7.2 s
Power winner Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost 280 hp Runner-up: 196 hp
Cargo winner Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost 375 L Runner-up: 299 L
Price winner Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e $31,860 Runner-up: $32,900

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost against the 2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e. 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 Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 5.7 seconds, compared with 7.2 seconds for 2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e. 2025 Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost has the higher listed output at 280 hp; 2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e is rated at 196 hp, a difference of 84 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost at 420 Nm and 2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e at 187 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 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e has the lower recorded consumption at 4.2 L/100km; 2025 Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost is listed at 8.1 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 299 litres, a difference of 76 litres. 2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e is 222 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 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e has the lower listed starting price at $31,860, compared with $32,900 for 2025 Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost. 2025 Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e2025
Performance
0-100 km/h5.7 s7.2 s
Top Speed250 km/h180 km/h
Power280 hp196 hp
Torque420 Nm187 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank52 L43 L
Efficiency8.1 L/100km4.2 L/100km
CO2 Emissions185 g/km96 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,378 mm4,600 mm
Ground Clearance130 mm142 mm
Cargo375 L299 L
Curb Weight1,451 kg1,440 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.0 m10.4 m
Starting MSRP$32,900$31,860

Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost vs Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost or the 2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e?

2025 Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 5.7 seconds, versus 7.2 seconds for 2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost or the 2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e?

2025 Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost has the higher listed top speed at 250 km/h (155 mph), compared with 180 km/h (112 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost or the 2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e?

2025 Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost has more power at 280 hp, a 84 hp advantage over 2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost or the 2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e?

2025 Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost has more listed cargo space at 375 litres (13.2 cu ft), versus 299 litres (10.6 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost or the 2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e?

2025 Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost is heavier at 1,451 kg (3,199 lb), while 2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e is listed at 1,440 kg (3,175 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost or the 2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e?

2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $31,860 USD, compared with $32,900 USD for 2025 Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost or the 2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e?

2025 Ford Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.