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Ford Transit Connect vs Renault Trafic Transporter - Differences and prices compared

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?

Ford Transit Connect

Renault Trafic Transporter

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 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.

Transit Connect

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 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.

Transit Connect

Space and Everyday Use:

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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

Ford Transit Connect
Renault Trafic Transporter

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Transit Connect

Ford Transit Connect

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.5 - 5.8 L
  • Electric Range : 118 km

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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Renault Trafic Transporter

The 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.

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Ford Transit Connect
Renault Trafic Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
26700 - 41500 £
Price
33200 - 43500 £
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 5.8 L
Consumption L/100km
6.6 - 7.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 22.2 kWh
Electric Range
118 km
Electric Range
240 - 318 km
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
11 - 153 g/km
co2
0 - 206 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
32 - 50 L
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
3 - 6
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
1477 - 1866 kg
Curb weight
1848 - 2075 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4500 - 4868 mm
Length
5080 - 5480 mm
Width
1855 mm
Width
1956 mm
Height
1856 - 1860 mm
Height
1967 - 2509 mm
Max trunk capacity
2500 - 3700 L
Max trunk capacity
3300 - 8900 L
Payload
602 - 792 kg
Payload
848 - 1222 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 150 HP
Power HP
110 - 170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 13.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 - 15.1 s
Max Speed
175 - 186 km/h
Max Speed
110 - 180 km/h
Torque
280 - 350 Nm
Torque
245 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
75 - 110 kW
Power kW
81 - 125 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3
Engine capacity
1997 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2022 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
Brand
Ford
Brand
Renault
What drive types are available for the Ford Transit Connect?

The Ford Transit Connect is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.