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Ford Transit Bus vs Volvo EC40 comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 442 HP), boot space and price (50,500 £ vs 46,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Bus or Volvo EC40?

Ford Transit Bus vs Volvo EC40: Key differences

Ford Transit Bus

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Volvo EC40

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  • only slightly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • slightly lighter
  • significantly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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.

Volvo EC40 is only slightly cheaper – starting at 46,500 £ , while the Ford Transit Bus costs 50,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,966 £.

EC40

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 Volvo EC40 offers clearly more power – delivering 442 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 292 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EC40 delivers considerably more torque with 670 Nm compared to 390 Nm. That’s about 280 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 5.

In terms of curb weight, Volvo EC40 is slightly lighter – 2,065 kg compared to 2,338 kg. The difference is around 273 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo EC40 offers significantly more boot space – 404 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 404 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Transit Bus carries significantly more – 1,162 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 727 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EC40 is decisively ahead 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 £46,500
EC40

Volvo EC40

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 238 - 442 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.2 - 17.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 486 - 585 km
Ford Transit Bus
Volvo EC40

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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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Volvo EC40

The Volvo EC40 feels like a polished slice of Scandinavian calm on wheels, blending minimalist design with a cocoon-like interior that makes everyday driving surprisingly serene. It’s an electric compact that puts safety and comfort front and center, while still injecting enough personality and tech-savvy charm to keep city buyers smiling.

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Ford Transit Bus
Volvo EC40

Costs and Consumption

Price
50,500 - 52,900 £
Price
46,500 - 59,000 £
Consumption L/100km
9.4 - 9.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.2 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
486 - 585 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
2,065 - 2,185 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Trunk capacity
404 L
Length
5,531 - 5,981 mm
Length
-
Width
2,059 mm
Width
1,873 mm
Height
2,530 - 2,533 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
1,115 - 1,162 kg
Payload
395 - 435 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 150 HP
Power HP
238 - 442 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
360 - 390 Nm
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
96 - 110 kW
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Engine capacity
1,996 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
Volvo
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