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Ford Transit Connect vs Maxus Mifa 9 comparison

Compare performance (122 HP vs 245 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 59,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Connect or Maxus Mifa 9?

Ford Transit Connect vs Maxus Mifa 9: Key differences

Ford Transit Connect

  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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Maxus Mifa 9

  • clearly more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Transit Connect

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Ford Transit Connect is considerably cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Maxus Mifa 9 costs 59,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,330 £.

Mifa 9

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 Maxus Mifa 9 offers clearly more power – delivering 245 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 123 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Maxus Mifa 9 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 8.9 s, while the Ford Transit Connect takes 11.4 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Maxus Mifa 9 delivers only slightly more torque with 350 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.

Transit Connect

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Maxus Mifa 9 offers more seats – 7 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Transit Connect is substantially lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 2,385 kg. The difference is around 810 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Transit Connect carries visibly more – 780 kg compared to 615 kg. That’s a difference of about 165 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Maxus Mifa 9 comes out clearly 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 £59,100
Mifa 9

Maxus Mifa 9

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 245 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 21.3 - 21.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 430 - 440 km
Ford Transit Connect
Maxus Mifa 9

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Ford Transit Connect

The Ford Transit Connect is the go-to compact workhorse for urban professionals who need cargo space without driving a full-size van. It balances practicality and everyday manners with clever storage ideas and a surprisingly comfortable ride, making it a sensible choice for small businesses and families who value function over flair.

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Maxus Mifa 9

The Maxus Mifa 9 arrives as a roomy, tech-laden electric MPV that quietly turns family hauling into a first-class commute. With an airy cabin, smart infotainment and a calm, refined ride, it’s an appealing choice for buyers who want practicality without sacrificing polish — and yes, it’s surprisingly pleasant to drive.

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Ford Transit Connect
Maxus Mifa 9

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,800 - 35,300 £
Price
59,100 - 71,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.3 - 21.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
430 - 440 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
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co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
MPV
Seats
2
Seats
7
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,620 kg
Curb weight
2,385 - 2,610 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
466 L
Length
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Length
5,270 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Width
2,000 mm
Height
-
Height
1,840 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,017 L
Payload
775 - 780 kg
Payload
485 - 615 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 HP
Power HP
245 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 11.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
320 Nm
Torque
350 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
90 kW
Power kW
180 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
-
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
Maxus
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