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Ford Transit Bus vs Toyota Proace Max comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 279 HP), boot space and price (50,500 £ vs 35,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Bus or Toyota Proace Max?

Ford Transit Bus vs Toyota Proace Max: Key differences

Ford Transit Bus

Toyota Proace Max

  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • somewhat lighter

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

Transit Bus

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Toyota Proace Max is substantially cheaper – starting at 35,500 £ , while the Ford Transit Bus costs 50,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,953 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Proace Max uses 7.3 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Ford Transit Bus with 9.4 L/100km. The difference is about 2.1 L/100km.

Proace Max

Engine and Performance:

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 Toyota Proace Max offers substantially more power – delivering 279 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 129 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Toyota Proace Max delivers moderately more torque with 450 Nm compared to 390 Nm. That’s about 60 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 3.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Proace Max is somewhat lighter – 2,075 kg compared to 2,338 kg. The difference is around 263 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Proace Max carries visibly more – 1,460 kg compared to 1,162 kg. That’s a difference of about 298 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Proace Max is far ahead 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 £35,500
Proace Max

Toyota Proace Max

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 120 - 279 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.3 - 8.6 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 26.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 424 km
Ford Transit Bus
Toyota Proace Max

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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 Proace Max

The Toyota Proace Max is a practical, no-nonsense people-mover that swallows luggage and daily chaos with the steady reliability you expect from the badge. Its sensible cabin and unshowy comfort make it a great pick for families and businesses who want versatility without the drama.

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Ford Transit Bus
Toyota Proace Max

Costs and Consumption

Price
50,500 - 52,900 £
Price
35,500 - 61,000 £
Consumption L/100km
9.4 - 9.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.3 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
26.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
424 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
245 - 248 g/km
co2
0 - 227 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
90 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
9
Seats
3
Doors
4
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
2,338 - 2,385 kg
Curb weight
2,075 - 2,790 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5,531 - 5,981 mm
Length
5,413 - 6,363 mm
Width
2,059 mm
Width
2,050 mm
Height
2,530 - 2,533 mm
Height
2,254 - 2,764 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
10,000 - 17,000 L
Payload
1,115 - 1,162 kg
Payload
710 - 1,460 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 150 HP
Power HP
120 - 279 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
148 - 161 km/h
Torque
360 - 390 Nm
Torque
320 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 - 110 kW
Power kW
88 - 205 kW
Engine capacity
1,996 cm3
Engine capacity
2,184 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
Ford
Brand
Toyota
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