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Ford Transit Courier vs Tesla Model Y comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (20,700 £ vs 34,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Courier or Tesla Model Y?

Ford Transit Courier vs Tesla Model Y: Key differences

Ford Transit Courier

  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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Tesla Model Y

4.5 (8 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Transit Courier

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Ford Transit Courier is clearly cheaper – starting at 20,700 £ , while the Tesla Model Y costs 34,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,622 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Tesla Model Y is clearly more efficient: consuming 13.1 kWh/100km compared to 17.7 kWh/100km for the Ford Transit Courier. That’s a difference of about 4.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model Y offers clearly more range – reaching up to 622 km, about 297 km more than the Ford Transit Courier.

Model Y

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 Tesla Model Y offers considerably more power – delivering 460 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 324 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Model Y delivers clearly more torque with 660 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 370 Nm more.

Transit Courier

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Tesla Model Y offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Transit Courier is significantly lighter – 1,378 kg compared to 1,976 kg. The difference is around 598 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Transit Courier carries noticeably more – 701 kg compared to 472 kg. That’s a difference of about 229 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model Y 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.

from £34,300
Model Y

Tesla Model Y

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 299 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.1 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 534 - 622 km
Ford Transit Courier
Tesla Model Y

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Dimensions and Body

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Ford Transit Courier

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.

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Tesla Model Y

The Tesla Model Y is a compact electric SUV that pairs practical interior space with a minimalist, tech-forward cabin that feels modern and airy. Its confident electric performance and suite of driver-assist features make everyday driving effortless, and regular software updates help the car stay fresh over time.

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Ford Transit Courier
Tesla Model Y

Costs and Consumption

Price
20,700 - 31,900 £
Price
34,300 - 53,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.1 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
325 km
Electric Range
534 - 622 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 158 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,378 - 1,549 kg
Curb weight
1,976 - 2,108 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
822 - 836 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,800 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
529 - 701 kg
Payload
435 - 472 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 136 HP
Power HP
299 - 460 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
170 - 290 Nm
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
74 - 100 kW
Power kW
220 - 338 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
Tesla
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