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Ford Transit Bus vs Toyota Corolla comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (50,500 £ vs 28,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Bus or Toyota Corolla?

Ford Transit Bus vs Toyota Corolla: Key differences

Ford Transit Bus

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Toyota Corolla

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  • substantially cheaper
  • slightly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • significantly lighter
  • significantly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

Toyota Corolla is substantially cheaper – starting at 28,600 £ , while the Ford Transit Bus costs 50,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,923 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Corolla uses 4.4 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Ford Transit Bus with 9.4 L/100km. The difference is about 5 L/100km.

Corolla

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 Toyota Corolla offers slightly more power – delivering 178 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 28 HP more horsepower.

Transit Bus

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Ford Transit Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Corolla is significantly lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 2,338 kg. The difference is around 918 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota Corolla offers significantly more boot space – 361 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 361 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Transit Bus carries substantially more – 1,162 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 712 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Corolla 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 £28,600
Corolla

Toyota Corolla

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 140 - 178 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.4 L/100km
Ford Transit Bus
Toyota Corolla

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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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Toyota Corolla

The Corolla is a reliable, no-nonsense compact car known for its practicality and composed ride. It’s economical to run, easy to maintain, and suits daily commuting while holding its value well.

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Ford Transit Bus
Toyota Corolla

Costs and Consumption

Price
50,500 - 52,900 £
Price
28,600 - 34,900 £
Consumption L/100km
9.4 - 9.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
245 - 248 g/km
co2
100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
9
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,338 - 2,385 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,460 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
5,531 - 5,981 mm
Length
4,370 mm
Width
2,059 mm
Width
1,790 mm
Height
2,530 - 2,533 mm
Height
1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,052 L
Payload
1,115 - 1,162 kg
Payload
400 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 150 HP
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
360 - 390 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 - 110 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
1,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Ford
Brand
Toyota
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