Compare performance (136 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (18900 £ vs 33200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Courier or Vauxhall Vivaro?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Ford Transit Courier has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 18900 £ , while the Vauxhall Vivaro costs 33200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14280 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Ford Transit Courier manages with 5.10 L and is therefore noticeable more efficient than the Vauxhall Vivaro with 6.20 L. The difference is about 1.10 L per 100 km.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Ford Transit Courier: with 17.10 kWh per 100 km, it’s clearly perceptible more efficient than the Vauxhall Vivaro with 23.60 kWh. That’s a difference of about 6.50 kWh.
As for electric range, the Vauxhall Vivaro performs to a small extent better – achieving up to 352 km, about 59 km more than the Ford Transit Courier.
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 Vauxhall Vivaro has a evident edge – offering 180 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 44 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: Vauxhall Vivaro pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 400 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 110 Nm difference.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: Vauxhall Vivaro offers significantly more seating capacity – 9 vs 5.
In curb weight, Ford Transit Courier is noticeable lighter – 1230 kg compared to 1722 kg. The difference is around 492 kg.
In maximum load capacity, the Vauxhall Vivaro performs convincingly better – up to 6100 L, which is about 3200 L more than the Ford Transit Courier.
When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Vivaro clearly takes the win – 1226 kg compared to 710 kg. That’s a difference of about 516 kg.
The Vauxhall Vivaro is far ahead overall 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 Courier is a compact, city-friendly van that hides surprising practicality behind a neat, no-nonsense exterior. Ideal for small businesses and urban runs, it pairs easy maneuverability and clever load solutions with a colleague-friendly driving position — proof that you don't need a giant van to get big jobs done.
detailsThe Opel Vivaro is a workhorse with a surprisingly civilised demeanour, blending rugged practicality with enough style and comfort to keep drivers happy on any job. With clever packaging and sensible features that simplify loading, commuting and family duties, it’s the no-nonsense van for buyers who want functionality without the fuss — honest, dependable and just smart enough to make the day easier.
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Price
18900 - 31100 £
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Price
33200 - 52500 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
6.2 - 7 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.10 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
23.6 - 24 kWh
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Electric Range
293 km
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Electric Range
221 - 352 km
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Battery Capacity
43.50 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 158 g/km
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co2
0 - 184 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
44 - 45 L
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Fuel tank capacity
69 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
Cargo Van, Bus
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Seats
2 - 5
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Seats
3 - 9
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Doors
3 - 5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1230 - 1549 kg
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Curb weight
1722 - 2260 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
4337 - 4344 mm
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Length
4980 - 5331 mm
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Width
1800 - 1813 mm
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Width
1920 mm
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Height
1819 - 1839 mm
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Height
1890 - 1935 mm
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Max trunk capacity
2400 - 2900 L
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Max trunk capacity
3200 - 6100 L
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Payload
529 - 710 kg
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Payload
840 - 1226 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
100 - 136 HP
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Power HP
120 - 180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 14.3 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
130 - 185 km/h
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Torque
170 - 290 Nm
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Torque
260 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
74 - 100 kW
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Power kW
88 - 132 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1499 cm3
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Engine capacity
1499 - 2184 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, A, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, F, G
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
Vauxhall
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The Ford Transit Courier is available as Front-Wheel Drive.