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Audi A4 Limousine vs Ford Transit Custom Bus comparison

Compare performance (265 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (35,800 £ vs 50,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A4 Limousine or Ford Transit Custom Bus?

Audi A4 Limousine vs Ford Transit Custom Bus: Key differences

Audi A4 Limousine

  • considerably cheaper
  • slightly more power
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Ford Transit Custom Bus

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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A4 Limousine

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.

Audi A4 Limousine is considerably cheaper – starting at 35,800 £ , while the Ford Transit Custom Bus costs 50,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,968 £.

Transit Custom Bus

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 Audi A4 Limousine offers slightly more power – delivering 265 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 47 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Transit Custom Bus delivers noticeably more torque with 630 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 230 Nm more.

A4 Limousine

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Ford Transit Custom Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Transit Custom Bus is far ahead overall 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.

from £50,800
Transit Custom Bus

Ford Transit Custom Bus

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 - 218 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 22.3 - 26.4 kWh/100km
Audi A4 Limousine
Ford Transit Custom Bus

Costs and Consumption

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Audi A4 Limousine

The Audi A4 is a polished, grown-up sedan that blends restraint with a subtle dose of sportiness, making it an easy choice for commuters and company car buyers alike. Inside it's all refined materials and sensible design, while the driving experience balances comfort and composure — clever, competent and quietly smug in the best possible way.

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Ford Transit Custom Bus

The Ford Transit Custom Bus is a workhorse with a surprisingly comfy streak, offering a roomy, practical cabin that keeps passengers happy on long runs. It steers with more finesse than you’d expect from a people-mover and, whether you’re running a shuttle or converting it for weekend adventures, it’s a dependable, no-nonsense choice that makes life easier for drivers and operators alike.

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Audi A4 Limousine
Ford Transit Custom Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
35,800 - 46,600 £
Price
50,800 - 63,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
22.3 - 26.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
121 - 167 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
9
Doors
4
Doors
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Curb weight
1,545 - 1,665 kg
Curb weight
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Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
4,762 mm
Length
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Width
1,847 mm
Width
2,032 mm
Height
1,428 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
490 - 540 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 265 HP
Power HP
136 - 218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
270 - 400 Nm
Torque
415 - 630 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
100 - 195 kW
Power kW
100 - 160 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Ford
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