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Ford Transit Bus vs NIO EL7 comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (50,500 £ vs 63,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Bus or NIO EL7?

Ford Transit Bus vs NIO EL7: Key differences

Ford Transit Bus

  • clearly cheaper
  • only slightly lighter
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NIO EL7

  • substantially more power
  • substantially more trunk space
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Transit Bus

Costs and Efficiency:

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 clearly cheaper – starting at 50,500 £ , while the NIO EL7 costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,842 £.

EL7

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 NIO EL7 offers substantially more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 503 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL7 delivers significantly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 390 Nm. That’s about 460 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, Ford Transit Bus is only slightly lighter – 2,338 kg compared to 2,421 kg. The difference is around 83 kg.

Looking at boot space, the NIO EL7 offers substantially more boot space – 570 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 570 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Transit Bus carries significantly more – 1,162 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 693 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL7 holds a decisive overall lead 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 £63,300
EL7

NIO EL7

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 653 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 22.1 - 22.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 384 - 501 km
Ford Transit Bus
NIO EL7

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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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NIO EL7

The NIO EL7 arrives as a roomy electric SUV that pairs restrained elegance with bold design cues, and its interior feels like a calm, tech-forward lounge rather than a gadget parade. For buyers who crave effortless cruising, spirited performance and a tastefully premium experience — with just the right amount of showmanship for the driveway — the EL7 is an enticing, slightly theatrical choice.

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Ford Transit Bus
NIO EL7

Costs and Consumption

Price
50,500 - 52,900 £
Price
63,300 - 81,300 £
Consumption L/100km
9.4 - 9.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
22.1 - 22.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
384 - 501 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
245 - 248 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
SUV
Seats
9
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,338 - 2,385 kg
Curb weight
2,421 - 2,441 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Trunk capacity
570 L
Length
5,531 - 5,981 mm
Length
4,912 mm
Width
2,059 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
2,530 - 2,533 mm
Height
1,720 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,545 L
Payload
1,115 - 1,162 kg
Payload
449 - 469 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 150 HP
Power HP
653 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
360 - 390 Nm
Torque
850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
96 - 110 kW
Power kW
480 kW
Engine capacity
1,996 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
NIO
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