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Ford Transit Bus vs Fiat Doblò comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (50,500 £ vs 25,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Bus or Fiat Doblò?

Ford Transit Bus vs Fiat Doblò: Key differences

Ford Transit Bus

  • a bit more power
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Fiat Doblò

  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • substantially lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Transit Bus

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Fiat Doblò is substantially cheaper – starting at 25,800 £ , while the Ford Transit Bus costs 50,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,725 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Fiat Doblò uses 5.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Ford Transit Bus with 9.4 L/100km. The difference is about 3.9 L/100km.

Doblò

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 Ford Transit Bus offers a bit more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Transit Bus delivers markedly more torque with 390 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 90 Nm more.

Transit Bus

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

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

In terms of curb weight, Fiat Doblò is substantially lighter – 1,530 kg compared to 2,338 kg. The difference is around 808 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Transit Bus carries visibly more – 1,162 kg compared to 840 kg. That’s a difference of about 322 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Fiat Doblò is clearly superior 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 £25,800
Doblò

Fiat Doblò

  • Engine Type Diesel
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 102 - 130 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.5 - 5.8 L/100km
Ford Transit Bus
Fiat Doblò

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Ford Transit Bus

The Ford Transit is the reliable people-mover operators turn to when they need space, stamina and sensible running costs without fuss. It doesn't try to be glamorous, but its practical interior, flexible layouts and honest character make it a smart, stress-free choice for shuttle services and group transport.

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Fiat Doblò

The Fiat Doblò is Fiat’s pragmatic workhorse that doubles as a family companion—deceptively roomy, easy to live with and built to swallow awkward loads without drama. It won’t win style prizes, but its sensible packaging, no-nonsense character and low-stress ownership make it a very practical choice for buyers who prefer usefulness over flash.

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Ford Transit Bus
Fiat Doblò

Costs and Consumption

Price
50,500 - 52,900 £
Price
25,800 - 29,600 £
Consumption L/100km
9.4 - 9.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
245 - 248 g/km
co2
144 - 152 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
9
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,338 - 2,385 kg
Curb weight
1,530 - 1,658 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5,531 - 5,981 mm
Length
-
Width
2,059 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
2,530 - 2,533 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
1,115 - 1,162 kg
Payload
722 - 840 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 150 HP
Power HP
102 - 130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
360 - 390 Nm
Torque
250 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 - 110 kW
Power kW
75 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
1,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Ford
Brand
Fiat
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