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Ford Transit Bus vs Renault Trafic Bus – Which one offers the better deal?

Two cars, one duel: Ford Transit Bus meets Renault Trafic Bus.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

Ford Transit Bus

Renault Trafic Bus

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Renault Trafic Bus has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 38200 £, while the Ford Transit Bus costs 50500 £. That’s a price difference of around 12261 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Trafic Bus manages with 6.70 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Ford Transit Bus with 9.40 L. The difference is about 2.70 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

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 Renault Trafic Bus has a somewhat edge – offering 170 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Transit Bus pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 390 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 9 people.

In curb weight, Renault Trafic Bus is a bit lighter – 2031 kg compared to 2338 kg. The difference is around 307 kg.

When it comes to payload, Ford Transit Bus a bit takes the win – 1162 kg compared to 982 kg. That’s a difference of about 180 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Renault Trafic Bus shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects 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.

Ford Transit Bus
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Renault Trafic Bus

  • Engine Type : Diesel
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 110 - 170 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6.7 - 7.2 L
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Ford Transit Bus

The Ford Transit Bus is renowned for its robust performance and spacious interior, making it an ideal choice for both commercial and personal use. With its efficient handling and modern design, it effortlessly combines practicality with comfort. Its adaptability and versatility ensure it meets the demands of various driving needs, from urban transport to long-distance journeys.

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Renault Trafic Bus

The Renault Trafic is a practical people-carrier that prefers sensible space and smart flexibility to showroom gloss, making it a top pick for families, shuttle operators or anyone ferrying a crowd without fuss. It’s comfortable, economical in everyday running and blessedly uncomplicated — not the most glamorous vehicle, but brilliantly dependable when you need it to be.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
50500 - 52900 £
Price
38200 - 54400 £
Consumption L/100km
9.4 - 9.5 L
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 7.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
245 - 248 g/km
co2
175 - 189 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Bus
Seats
9
Seats
8 - 9
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
2338 - 2385 kg
Curb weight
2031 - 2352 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5531 - 5981 mm
Length
5080 - 5480 mm
Width
2059 mm
Width
1956 mm
Height
2530 - 2533 mm
Height
1973 - 1974 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
3200 - 4000 L
Payload
1115 - 1162 kg
Payload
718 - 982 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 150 HP
Power HP
110 - 170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 16.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
161 - 180 km/h
Torque
360 - 390 Nm
Torque
300 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 - 110 kW
Power kW
81 - 125 kW
Engine capacity
1996 cm3
Engine capacity
1997 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F
Brand
Ford
Brand
Renault

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What drivetrain options does the Ford Transit Bus have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.