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BYD Dolphin vs Ford Transit Custom Bus - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (204 HP vs 233 HP), boot space and price (29700 £ vs 41900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Dolphin or Ford Transit Custom Bus?
Dolphin
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.
BYD Dolphin has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29700 £ , while the Ford Transit Custom Bus costs 41900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12180 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the BYD Dolphin: with 15.90 kWh per 100 km, it’s clearly more efficient than the Ford Transit Custom Bus with 22.40 kWh. That’s a difference of about 6.50 kWh.
As for electric range, the BYD Dolphin performs evident better – achieving up to 427 km, about 103 km more than the Ford Transit Custom Bus.
Transit Custom Bus
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Ford Transit Custom Bus has a to a small extent edge – offering 233 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 29 HP more horsepower.
In terms of top speed, the BYD Dolphin performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 160 km/h, while the Ford Transit Custom Bus tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Transit Custom Bus pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 415 Nm compared to 310 Nm. That’s about 105 Nm difference.
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Dolphin
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 significantly more seating capacity – 9 vs 5.
In terms of boot space, the BYD Dolphin offers convincingly more room – 345 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 345 L.
Who wins the race?
The BYD Dolphin proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BYD Dolphin is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £29,700
BYD Dolphin
BYD Dolphin
Ford Transit Custom Bus
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BYD Dolphin
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The BYD Dolphin is a cheeky electric hatchback that blends playful styling with surprising practicality, making it a brilliant city companion for buyers who want modern tech without the showroom bravado. It’s comfy, efficient and easy to live with, and while it won’t blind you with supercar drama, it will quietly get the job done with plenty of character.
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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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BYD Dolphin
Ford Transit Custom Bus
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
29700 - 31400 £
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Price
41900 - 55600 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 8.5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.90 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.4 - 24.3 kWh
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Electric Range
427 km
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Electric Range
52 - 324 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
11.8 - 64 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 - 222 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
55 - 63 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
5
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Seats
9
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1658 kg
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Curb weight
-
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Trunk capacity
345 L
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Trunk capacity
0 L
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Length
4290 mm
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Length
5050 - 5450 mm
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Width
1770 mm
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Width
2032 mm
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Height
1570 mm
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Height
1958 - 1959 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1310 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
410 kg
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Payload
-
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, CVT
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 HP
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Power HP
110 - 233 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Max Speed
160 km/h
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Max Speed
110 - 150 km/h
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Torque
310 Nm
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Torque
310 - 415 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
150 kW
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Power kW
81 - 171 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1996 - 2488 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023
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Model Year
2023 - 2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G, B
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
Ford
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What drivetrain options does the BYD Dolphin have?
The BYD Dolphin is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.