Compare performance (218 HP vs 464 HP), boot space and price (50,800 £ vs 82,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Custom Bus or Lexus RC?
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 significantly cheaper – starting at 50,800 £ , while the Lexus RC costs 82,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 31,532 £.
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 Lexus RC offers significantly more power – delivering 464 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 246 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Transit Custom Bus delivers somewhat more torque with 630 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 110 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Ford Transit Custom Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 4.
The Ford Transit Custom Bus holds a decisive 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.
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 Lexus RC cuts a dramatic figure on the road with its bold grille and sculpted coupe silhouette, blending Japanese refinement with a dash of show-off flair. Inside it favors comfort and clever detailing over racetrack theatrics, so if you want a luxurious, dependable coupe that rewards everyday driving with poise and a grin, the RC is hard to ignore.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
50,800 - 63,000 £
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Price
82,300 - 101,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
11.8 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.3 - 26.4 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
268 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
66 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
Coupe
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Seats
9
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Seats
4
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Doors
-
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Doors
3
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Curb weight
-
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Curb weight
1,715 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
366 L
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Length
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Length
4,710 mm
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Width
2,032 mm
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Width
1,845 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,390 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
-
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Payload
535 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 - 218 HP
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Power HP
464 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 4.5 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
270 km/h
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Torque
415 - 630 Nm
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Torque
520 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
8
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Power kW
100 - 160 kW
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Power kW
341 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
4,969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
Lexus
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