Compare performance (150 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (26700 £ vs 33200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Connect or Renault Trafic Transporter?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Ford Transit Connect has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 26700 £ , while the Renault Trafic Transporter costs 33200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6477 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Ford Transit Connect manages with 0.50 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Renault Trafic Transporter with 6.60 L. The difference is about 6.10 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Renault Trafic Transporter performs significantly better – achieving up to 318 km, about 200 km more than the Ford Transit Connect.
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 Renault Trafic Transporter has a slightly edge – offering 170 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Trafic Transporter is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 10.80 s, while the Ford Transit Connect takes 11.40 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Ford Transit Connect performs slight better – reaching 186 km/h, while the Renault Trafic Transporter tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 6 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Renault Trafic Transporter pulls minimal stronger with 380 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Renault Trafic Transporter offers to a small extent more seating capacity – 6 vs 5.
In curb weight, Ford Transit Connect is clearly perceptible lighter – 1477 kg compared to 1848 kg. The difference is around 371 kg.
In maximum load capacity, the Renault Trafic Transporter performs significantly better – up to 8900 L, which is about 5200 L more than the Ford Transit Connect.
When it comes to payload, Renault Trafic Transporter noticeable takes the win – 1222 kg compared to 792 kg. That’s a difference of about 430 kg.
The Ford Transit Connect sits well ahead of its rival 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.
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.
detailsThe Renault Trafic is a practical, workhorse transporter that hides thoughtful cabin comfort behind a tough, utilitarian exterior, so you can tackle a busy week without sacrificing sanity. It’s a sensible choice for buyers who want reliability and clever flexibility rather than flash, with just enough character to make daily hauling feel less like a chore.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
26700 - 41500 £
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Price
33200 - 43500 £
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Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 5.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
6.6 - 7.8 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 22.2 kWh
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Electric Range
118 km
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Electric Range
240 - 318 km
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
11 - 153 g/km
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co2
0 - 206 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
32 - 50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
80 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Seats
2 - 5
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Seats
3 - 6
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Doors
4
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1477 - 1866 kg
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Curb weight
1848 - 2075 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
4500 - 4868 mm
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Length
5080 - 5480 mm
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Width
1855 mm
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Width
1956 mm
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Height
1856 - 1860 mm
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Height
1967 - 2509 mm
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Max trunk capacity
2500 - 3700 L
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Max trunk capacity
3300 - 8900 L
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Payload
602 - 792 kg
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Payload
848 - 1222 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
102 - 150 HP
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Power HP
110 - 170 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 13.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 - 15.1 s
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Max Speed
175 - 186 km/h
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Max Speed
110 - 180 km/h
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Torque
280 - 350 Nm
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Torque
245 - 380 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
75 - 110 kW
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Power kW
81 - 125 kW
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3
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Engine capacity
1997 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2022 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
Renault
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The Ford Transit Connect is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.