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Ford Transit Bus vs SERES 3 comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 163 HP), boot space and price (50,500 £ vs 32,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Bus or SERES 3?

Ford Transit Bus vs SERES 3: Key differences

Ford Transit Bus

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SERES 3

  • considerably cheaper
  • barely more power
  • clearly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Transit Bus

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

SERES 3 is considerably cheaper – starting at 32,900 £ , while the Ford Transit Bus costs 50,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,586 £.

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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 SERES 3 offers barely more power – delivering 163 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 13 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Transit Bus delivers visibly more torque with 390 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 90 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, SERES 3 is clearly lighter – 1,765 kg compared to 2,338 kg. The difference is around 573 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Transit Bus carries significantly more – 1,162 kg compared to 300 kg. That’s a difference of about 862 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SERES 3 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.

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SERES 3

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 163 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 301 km
Ford Transit Bus
SERES 3

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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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SERES 3

The SERES 3 arrives as a zippy, well-equipped compact electric that puts everyday usability ahead of headline-grabbing theatrics. It’s an honest, budget-friendly choice for city commuters who want a bit of style and low running costs without a showroom ego.

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Ford Transit Bus
SERES 3

Costs and Consumption

Price
50,500 - 52,900 £
Price
32,900 £
Consumption L/100km
9.4 - 9.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
301 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
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
-
Curb weight
2,338 - 2,385 kg
Curb weight
1,765 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5,531 - 5,981 mm
Length
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Width
2,059 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
2,530 - 2,533 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
1,115 - 1,162 kg
Payload
300 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 150 HP
Power HP
163 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
360 - 390 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
96 - 110 kW
Power kW
120 kW
Engine capacity
1,996 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2020
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
SERES
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