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Ford Transit Bus vs Kia K4 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (150 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (50500 £ vs 25700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Bus or Kia K4?

Ford Transit Bus

Kia K4

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.

Kia K4 has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25700 £ , while the Ford Transit Bus costs 50500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24795 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia K4 manages with 5.80 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Ford Transit Bus with 9.40 L. The difference is about 3.60 L per 100 km.

Transit 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 Kia K4 has a slightly edge – offering 180 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 30 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Transit Bus pulls noticeable stronger with 390 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 125 Nm difference.

Transit Bus

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 Bus offers decisively more seating capacity – 9 vs 5.

In curb weight, Kia K4 is convincingly lighter – 1415 kg compared to 2338 kg. The difference is around 923 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia K4 offers significantly more room – 438 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 438 L.

When it comes to payload, Ford Transit Bus significantly takes the win – 1162 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 707 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Kia K4 shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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Kia K4

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.8 - 6.9 L
Ford Transit Bus
Kia K4

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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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Kia K4

Kia K4 shakes up the compact-sedan crowd with concept-car looks, a smartly packaged cabin, and the kind of easygoing refinement that makes rush hour feel less like a chore. It blends value, tech, and a dash of attitude, serving up a smooth, confident drive that might have you taking the long way home just to show off those angles.

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Ford Transit Bus
Kia K4

Costs and Consumption

Price
50500 - 52900 £
Price
25700 - 32800 £
Consumption L/100km
9.4 - 9.5 L
Consumption L/100km
5.8 - 6.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
245 - 248 g/km
co2
132 - 155 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
9
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2338 - 2385 kg
Curb weight
1415 - 1500 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Trunk capacity
328 - 438 L
Length
5531 - 5981 mm
Length
-
Width
2059 mm
Width
1850 mm
Height
2530 - 2533 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
1115 - 1162 kg
Payload
435 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 150 HP
Power HP
115 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
360 - 390 Nm
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
96 - 110 kW
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1996 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Ford
Brand
Kia
What drivetrain options does the Ford Transit Bus have?

Available configurations include 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.