Compare performance (180 HP vs 233 HP), boot space and price (34,800 £ vs 41,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen Spacetourer or Ford Transit Custom Bus?
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.
Citroen Spacetourer is noticeably cheaper – starting at 34,800 £ , while the Ford Transit Custom Bus costs 41,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,046 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Transit Custom Bus uses 3.9 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Citroen Spacetourer with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 2.9 L/100km.
In terms of energy consumption, the Ford Transit Custom Bus is only slightly more efficient: consuming 22.3 kWh/100km compared to 23.7 kWh/100km for the Citroen Spacetourer. That’s a difference of about 1.4 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Citroen Spacetourer offers substantially more range – reaching up to 351 km, about 298 km more than the Ford Transit Custom Bus.
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 Ford Transit Custom Bus offers markedly more power – delivering 233 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 53 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Transit Custom Bus delivers markedly more torque with 630 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 230 Nm more.
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 9 people.
Looking at boot space, the Citroen Spacetourer offers considerably more boot space – 2,011 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 2,011 L.
The Citroen Spacetourer comes out clearly 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.
The Citroën SpaceTourer is a quietly practical people carrier that turns the chaos of family transport into a calm, sensible experience. With clever interior packaging and a relaxed ride it makes long trips surprisingly pleasant — even the backseat critics might stop grumbling.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
34,800 - 52,100 £
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Price
41,900 - 63,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 8.5 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
23.7 - 24.4 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.3 - 26.4 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
217 - 351 km
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Electric Range
52 - 53 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
11.8 kWh
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co2
0 - 180 g/km
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co2
0 - 222 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
70 L
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Fuel tank capacity
55 - 63 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
8 - 9
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Seats
9
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1,953 - 2,240 kg
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Curb weight
-
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Trunk capacity
1,624 - 2,011 L
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Trunk capacity
0 L
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Length
4,983 - 5,333 mm
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Length
5,050 - 5,450 mm
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Width
1,920 mm
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Width
2,032 mm
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Height
1,890 mm
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Height
1,958 - 1,959 mm
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Max trunk capacity
2,700 - 3,300 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
850 - 914 kg
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Payload
-
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
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Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 - 180 HP
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Power HP
110 - 233 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11 - 12.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Max Speed
130 - 185 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
260 - 400 Nm
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Torque
310 - 630 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
100 - 132 kW
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Power kW
81 - 171 kW
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Engine capacity
2,184 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,488 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, A
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Ford
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