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BYD ETP3 vs Ford Transit Connect comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 122 HP), boot space and price (31,600 £ vs 30,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD ETP3 or Ford Transit Connect?

BYD ETP3 vs Ford Transit Connect: Key differences

BYD ETP3

  • a bit more power
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Ford Transit Connect

  • only slightly cheaper
  • very slightly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

ETP3

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Ford Transit Connect is only slightly cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the BYD ETP3 costs 31,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 816 £.

Transit Connect

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BYD ETP3 offers a bit more power – delivering 136 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Transit Connect delivers significantly more torque with 320 Nm compared to 180 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 2 people.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Transit Connect is very slightly lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 1,640 kg. The difference is around 65 kg.

Maximum payload is identical – both can carry up to 780 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Transit Connect is slightly ahead 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 £30,800
Transit Connect

Ford Transit Connect

  • Engine Type Diesel
  • Transmission Manuel
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 122 HP
BYD ETP3
Ford Transit Connect

Costs and Consumption

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Engine and Performance

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Dimensions and Body

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BYD ETP3

The BYD ETP3 is a smart, no-nonsense electric offering that blends everyday practicality with a quietly modern design that won’t embarrass you in the supermarket car park. It’s ideal for buyers after fuss-free electric mobility — efficient, clever and just playful enough to make city driving a little more fun.

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Ford Transit Connect

The Ford Transit Connect is the go-to compact workhorse for urban professionals who need cargo space without driving a full-size van. It balances practicality and everyday manners with clever storage ideas and a surprisingly comfortable ride, making it a sensible choice for small businesses and families who value function over flair.

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BYD ETP3
Ford Transit Connect

Costs and Consumption

Price
31,600 £
Price
30,800 - 35,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
233 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
-
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
2
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,640 kg
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,620 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,460 mm
Length
-
Width
1,720 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
1,875 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
3,500 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
780 kg
Payload
775 - 780 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 HP
Power HP
122 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 11.8 s
Max Speed
100 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
180 Nm
Torque
320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 kW
Power kW
90 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,968 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
-
Brand
BYD
Brand
Ford
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