Compare performance (150 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (50,500 £ vs 85,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Bus or Lotus Eletre?
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.
Ford Transit Bus is significantly cheaper – starting at 50,500 £ , while the Lotus Eletre costs 85,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 35,205 £.
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 Lotus Eletre offers substantially more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 768 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Eletre delivers significantly more torque with 985 Nm compared to 390 Nm. That’s about 595 Nm more.
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, Ford Transit Bus is very slightly lighter – 2,338 kg compared to 2,565 kg. The difference is around 227 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Lotus Eletre offers considerably more boot space – 688 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 688 L.
When it comes to payload, the Ford Transit Bus carries significantly more – 1,162 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 677 kg.
The Lotus Eletre stands well ahead of its rival 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 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.
detailsThe Lotus Eletre is a bold, electric SUV that finally lets Lotus step into the luxury EV arena without losing the brand's famed focus on razor-sharp handling and driver engagement. Inside, it pairs a futuristic, tech-heavy cabin with surprising comfort and poise — think of a sports car in evening wear, ready to sprint yet polite enough for the school run.
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Price
50,500 - 52,900 £
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Price
85,700 - 138,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
9.4 - 9.5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
450 - 570 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
109 kWh
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co2
245 - 248 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
70 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
9
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
2,338 - 2,385 kg
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Curb weight
2,565 - 2,745 kg
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Trunk capacity
0 L
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Trunk capacity
688 L
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Length
5,531 - 5,981 mm
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Length
5,103 mm
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Width
2,059 mm
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Width
2,060 mm
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Height
2,530 - 2,533 mm
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Height
1,630 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,532 L
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Payload
1,115 - 1,162 kg
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Payload
405 - 485 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
130 - 150 HP
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Power HP
612 - 918 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 - 4.5 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
258 - 265 km/h
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Torque
360 - 390 Nm
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Torque
710 - 985 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
96 - 110 kW
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Power kW
450 - 675 kW
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Engine capacity
1,996 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
Lotus
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