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Ford Transit Bus vs VW Transporter Transporter – Which one offers the better deal?

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

Ford Transit Bus

VW Transporter Transporter

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

VW Transporter Transporter has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37500 £, while the Ford Transit Bus costs 50500 £. That’s a price difference of around 12985 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Transporter Transporter manages with 7.10 L and is therefore noticeable more efficient than the Ford Transit Bus with 9.40 L. The difference is about 2.30 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 VW Transporter Transporter has a significantly edge – offering 286 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 136 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Transporter Transporter pulls slight stronger with 415 Nm compared to 390 Nm. That’s about 25 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Ford Transit Bus offers decisively more seating capacity – 9 vs 5.

In curb weight, VW Transporter Transporter is noticeable lighter – 1872 kg compared to 2338 kg. The difference is around 466 kg.

When it comes to payload, VW Transporter Transporter hardly perceptible takes the win – 1259 kg compared to 1162 kg. That’s a difference of about 97 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Transporter Transporter shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance 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
VW Transporter Transporter

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VW Transporter Transporter

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 110 - 286 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.1 - 8.4 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 21.9 - 24.4 kWh
  • Electric Range : 56 - 331 km

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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VW Transporter Transporter

The VW Transporter is the workhorse of the modern tradesman, blending practical cleverness with a cabin that's actually pleasant to spend a long day in. It may not steal the style spotlight, but its unshowy durability, clever load solutions and easy-to-live-with character make it a sensible pick for businesses and weekend projects alike.

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Ford Transit Bus
VW Transporter Transporter
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Costs and Consumption

Price
50500 - 52900 £
Price
37500 - 60800 £
Consumption L/100km
9.4 - 9.5 L
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 8.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 24.4 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
56 - 331 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
co2
245 - 248 g/km
co2
0 - 220 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
9
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
4
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
2338 - 2385 kg
Curb weight
1872 - 2462 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5531 - 5981 mm
Length
5050 - 5450 mm
Width
2059 mm
Width
2032 mm
Height
2530 - 2533 mm
Height
1966 - 1985 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
1115 - 1162 kg
Payload
755 - 1259 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
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, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 150 HP
Power HP
110 - 286 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
112 - 150 km/h
Torque
360 - 390 Nm
Torque
310 - 415 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 - 110 kW
Power kW
81 - 210 kW
Engine capacity
1996 cm3
Engine capacity
1996 - 2488 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
Ford
Brand
VW
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.

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