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Ford Transit Bus vs Vauxhall Vivaro comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (50,500 £ vs 33,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Bus or Vauxhall Vivaro?

Ford Transit Bus vs Vauxhall Vivaro: Key differences

Ford Transit Bus

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Vauxhall Vivaro

  • clearly cheaper
  • slightly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • markedly 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.

Vauxhall Vivaro is clearly cheaper – starting at 33,200 £ , while the Ford Transit Bus costs 50,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,299 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Vivaro uses 6.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Ford Transit Bus with 9.4 L/100km. The difference is about 3.2 L/100km.

Vivaro

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 Vauxhall Vivaro offers slightly more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 30 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Vivaro delivers marginally more torque with 400 Nm compared to 390 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm more.

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 more seats – 9 vs 6.

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Vivaro is markedly lighter – 1,722 kg compared to 2,338 kg. The difference is around 616 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Vivaro carries marginally more – 1,226 kg compared to 1,162 kg. That’s a difference of about 64 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Vivaro 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 £33,200
Vivaro

Vauxhall Vivaro

  • Engine Type : Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 120 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6.2 - 6.5 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 23.6 - 24 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 221 - 352 km
Ford Transit Bus
Vauxhall Vivaro

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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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Vauxhall Vivaro

The Opel Vivaro is a workhorse with a surprisingly civilised demeanour, blending rugged practicality with enough style and comfort to keep drivers happy on any job. With clever packaging and sensible features that simplify loading, commuting and family duties, it’s the no-nonsense van for buyers who want functionality without the fuss — honest, dependable and just smart enough to make the day easier.

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Ford Transit Bus
Vauxhall Vivaro

Costs and Consumption

Price
50,500 - 52,900 £
Price
33,200 - 52,500 £
Consumption L/100km
9.4 - 9.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.2 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
23.6 - 24 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
221 - 352 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
245 - 248 g/km
co2
0 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
9
Seats
3 - 6
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,338 - 2,385 kg
Curb weight
1,722 - 2,260 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5,531 - 5,981 mm
Length
4,980 - 5,330 mm
Width
2,059 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
2,530 - 2,533 mm
Height
1,895 - 1,935 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
3,200 - 6,100 L
Payload
1,115 - 1,162 kg
Payload
840 - 1,226 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 150 HP
Power HP
120 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 14.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
130 km/h
Torque
360 - 390 Nm
Torque
260 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 - 110 kW
Power kW
88 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 - 2,184 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, F
Brand
Ford
Brand
Vauxhall
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