Compare performance (233 HP vs 508 HP), boot space and price (41,900 £ vs 54,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Custom Bus or Kia EV9?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Ford Transit Custom Bus is noticeably cheaper – starting at 41,900 £ , while the Kia EV9 costs 54,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,291 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Kia EV9 is moderately more efficient: consuming 19.5 kWh/100km compared to 22.3 kWh/100km for the Ford Transit Custom Bus. That’s a difference of about 2.8 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Kia EV9 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 563 km, about 510 km more than the Ford Transit Custom Bus.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Kia EV9 offers clearly more power – delivering 508 HP compared to 233 HP. That’s roughly 275 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV9 delivers a bit more torque with 740 Nm compared to 630 Nm. That’s about 110 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Ford Transit Custom Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 7.
Looking at boot space, the Kia EV9 offers considerably more boot space – 333 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 333 L.
The Kia EV9 stands 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 Custom Bus is a workhorse with a surprisingly comfy streak, offering a roomy, practical cabin that keeps passengers happy on long runs. It steers with more finesse than you’d expect from a people-mover and, whether you’re running a shuttle or converting it for weekend adventures, it’s a dependable, no-nonsense choice that makes life easier for drivers and operators alike.
detailsThe Kia EV9 is a bold, boxy electric SUV that looks like it could swallow your luggage and the in‑laws, with an interior that feels more lounge than cockpit and a presence that makes smaller rivals suddenly feel shy. On the road it delivers calm long‑distance composure with enough shove to keep overtakes effortless, and its tech and practicality make it an easy, sensible choice for buyers who want electric without compromise.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
41,900 - 63,000 £
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Price
54,200 - 78,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 8.5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.3 - 26.4 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
52 - 53 km
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Electric Range
443 - 563 km
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Battery Capacity
11.8 kWh
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Battery Capacity
99.8 kWh
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co2
0 - 222 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
55 - 63 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
9
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Seats
6 - 7
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
-
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Curb weight
2,392 - 2,664 kg
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Trunk capacity
0 L
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Trunk capacity
333 L
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Length
5,050 - 5,450 mm
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Length
5,015 mm
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Width
2,032 mm
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Width
1,980 mm
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Height
1,958 - 1,959 mm
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Height
1,780 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
2,318 - 2,393 L
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Payload
-
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Payload
542 - 615 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
110 - 233 HP
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Power HP
204 - 508 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
310 - 630 Nm
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Torque
350 - 740 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
81 - 171 kW
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Power kW
150 - 374 kW
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Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,488 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
Kia
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