Compare performance (150 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (50,500 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Bus or Renault Master Transporter?
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.
Renault Master Transporter is clearly cheaper – starting at 36,000 £ , while the Ford Transit Bus costs 50,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,505 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Master Transporter uses 6.8 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Ford Transit Bus with 9.4 L/100km. The difference is about 2.6 L/100km.
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 Renault Master Transporter offers a bit more power – delivering 170 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Transit Bus delivers only slightly more torque with 390 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm more.
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, Renault Master Transporter is only slightly lighter – 2,128 kg compared to 2,338 kg. The difference is around 210 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Renault Master Transporter carries noticeably more – 1,859 kg compared to 1,162 kg. That’s a difference of about 697 kg.
The Renault Master Transporter 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.
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 Renault Master is a pragmatic workhorse that swallows cargo with an unbothered grin, offering clever practicality and load-friendly packaging for tradespeople and fleet buyers. It won’t excite like a sports car, but it steers predictably, runs economically and gets the job done day after day — like a reliable colleague who never calls in sick.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
50,500 - 52,900 £
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Price
36,000 - 55,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
9.4 - 9.5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7.7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.7 - 22.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
445 - 448 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
245 - 248 g/km
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co2
0 - 203 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
70 L
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Fuel tank capacity
80 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Seats
9
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Seats
3 - 6
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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
2,128 - 2,461 kg
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Trunk capacity
0 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
5,531 - 5,981 mm
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Length
5,685 - 6,315 mm
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Width
2,059 mm
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Width
2,080 mm
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Height
2,530 - 2,533 mm
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Height
2,498 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
10,800 - 13,000 L
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Payload
1,115 - 1,162 kg
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Payload
1,078 - 1,859 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
130 - 150 HP
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Power HP
105 - 170 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
90 - 176 km/h
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Torque
360 - 390 Nm
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Torque
300 - 380 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
96 - 110 kW
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Power kW
77 - 125 kW
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Engine capacity
1,996 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
Renault
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