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Ford Transit Custom Bus vs Lexus ES comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (50,800 £ vs 46,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Custom Bus or Lexus ES?

Ford Transit Custom Bus vs Lexus ES: Key differences

Ford Transit Custom Bus

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Lexus ES

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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 Custom Bus

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Lexus ES is marginally cheaper – starting at 46,600 £ , while the Ford Transit Custom Bus costs 50,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,211 £.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

Both models deliver identical power – 218 HP each.

Transit Custom Bus

Space and Everyday Use:

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: Ford Transit Custom Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Transit Custom Bus is decisively ahead 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 £50,800
Transit Custom Bus

Ford Transit Custom Bus

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 - 218 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 22.3 - 26.4 kWh/100km
Ford Transit Custom Bus
Lexus ES

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Ford Transit Custom Bus

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.

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Lexus ES

The Lexus ES delivers a supremely comfortable, quietly luxurious experience that favors serene cruising over sporting theatrics. It wraps everyday practicality, top-notch build quality and unimpeachable reliability in a handsome, grown-up package that will appeal to buyers who prize calm refinement over headline-grabbing excitement.

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Ford Transit Custom Bus
Lexus ES

Costs and Consumption

Price
50,800 - 63,000 £
Price
46,600 - 59,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
22.3 - 26.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
115 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
9
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
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Curb weight
1,680 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
454 L
Length
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Length
4,975 mm
Width
2,032 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
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Height
1,445 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
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Payload
470 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 218 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
415 - 630 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 160 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Ford
Brand
Lexus
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