BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo M340i vs Ford Focus RS — full comparison

BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo M340i

Hatchback · Gasoline · FWD

vs

Ford Focus RS

Hatchback · Gasoline · FWD

BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo M340i

Car A

BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo M340i

A rapid 5-seat hatchback that blends strong performance with everyday practicality and good value in its segment. Best for families who want speed and road-trip ease, less ideal for cargo-heavy or winter-focused use.

5 seatsHatchbackGasoline5-star safety374 hp

Ford Focus RS

Car B

Ford Focus RS

The Ford Focus RS blends serious straight-line pace with everyday 5-seat practicality at a price that reads as good value in its segment. Best for drivers who want performance without giving up compact-city usability.

5 seatsHatchbackGasoline5-star safety

Why compared same body typesame powertrainsame seatssame usage profile

Usage fit

Family 58 / 57

City 40 / 56

Budget / value 37 / 58

Road trip 54 / 39

Performance 35 / 36

Cargo 28 / 14

Practical 39 / 43

Premium 60 / 29

Winter 30 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo M340i · Orange = Ford Focus RS

Specs side-by-side

Spec BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo M340i Ford Focus RS

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Pros & cons

BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo M340i

Very quick acceleration (0–100 km/h in 4.4 s) from 374 hp for confident passing and merges
5-seat hatchback with a 500 L trunk suits growing families and road trips
8.1 L/100 km combined consumption is efficient for its class given the output
At $54,900, offers good value in its segment for the performance on tap
Gasoline-only powertrain with no electric driving range
Front-wheel drive may be less appealing for buyers prioritizing AWD winter traction
500 L cargo space can feel limited for cargo-heavy use versus larger wagons or SUVs
Price remains higher than non-performance family hatchbacks

Ford Focus RS

0-100 km/h in 4.7 s and 266 km/h top speed deliver standout performance
Five seats and compact footprint suit family-compact and city use
8.1 L/100 km combined is efficient for its class given the power
Price of 36,500 offers good value in its segment
Only 261 L trunk limits cargo-heavy use and long road trips
Front-wheel drive may reduce traction and winter confidence
Costs more than non-performance compact alternatives
Performance focus can be more than many buyers need day to day

Verdict

Pick BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo M340i if…

Efficiency & everyday ease

BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo M340i is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.

Pick Ford Focus RS if…

Performance & capability

Ford Focus RS is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

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