VS

Ford Transit Courier vs Toyota Proace Bus comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (20,700 £ vs 31,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Courier or Toyota Proace Bus?

Ford Transit Courier vs Toyota Proace Bus: Key differences

Ford Transit Courier

  • clearly cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • markedly more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
details

Toyota Proace Bus

  • noticeably more power
  • only slightly more electric range
details

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Transit Courier

Costs and Efficiency:

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 is clearly cheaper – starting at 20,700 £ , while the Toyota Proace Bus costs 31,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,909 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Transit Courier uses 5.3 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Toyota Proace Bus with 6.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1.2 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Ford Transit Courier is markedly more efficient: consuming 17.7 kWh/100km compared to 24.2 kWh/100km for the Toyota Proace Bus. That’s a difference of about 6.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Toyota Proace Bus offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 343 km, about 18 km more than the Ford Transit Courier.

Proace Bus

Engine and Performance:

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 Toyota Proace Bus offers noticeably more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 44 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Toyota Proace Bus delivers markedly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 110 Nm more.

Transit Courier

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Toyota Proace Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Transit Courier is noticeably lighter – 1,378 kg compared to 1,835 kg. The difference is around 457 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Proace Bus carries considerably more – 1,265 kg compared to 701 kg. That’s a difference of about 564 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Proace Bus holds a solid overall lead 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 £31,600
Proace Bus

Toyota Proace Bus

  • Engine Type : Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6.5 - 6.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 24.2 - 24.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 218 - 343 km
Ford Transit Courier
Toyota Proace Bus

Costs and Consumption

View detailed analysis

Engine and Performance

View detailed analysis

Dimensions and Body

View detailed analysis

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.

details

Toyota Proace Bus

The Toyota Proace Bus is a pragmatic people‑mover that swallows passengers and luggage with the kind of everyday practicality fleet managers and large families will appreciate. It may not thrill the enthusiast, but its sensible layout, sturdy build and Toyota badge make it a dependable, no-nonsense choice for anyone needing space and reliability rather than flash.

details
Ford Transit Courier
Toyota Proace Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
20,700 - 31,900 £
Price
31,600 - 57,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.5 - 6.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
24.2 - 24.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
325 km
Electric Range
218 - 343 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 158 g/km
co2
0 - 177 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Bus
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5 - 9
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,378 - 1,549 kg
Curb weight
1,835 - 2,140 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,800 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
529 - 701 kg
Payload
825 - 1,265 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 136 HP
Power HP
136 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
170 - 290 Nm
Torque
260 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 100 kW
Power kW
100 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
2,184 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, F, G
Brand
Ford
Brand
Toyota
DriveDuel uses data analysis and artificial intelligence to evaluate vehicle data and create content. Content is regularly reviewed and improved. The displayed prices are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted to the respective country’s VAT. Country-specific registration taxes are not included. This information is not legally binding.