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Ford Transit Custom Bus vs Mazda 6 Saloon comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 258 HP), boot space and price (50,800 £ vs 38,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Custom Bus or Mazda 6 Saloon?

Ford Transit Custom Bus vs Mazda 6 Saloon: Key differences

Ford Transit Custom Bus

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Mazda 6 Saloon

  • visibly cheaper
  • moderately more power
  • markedly more efficient
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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.

Mazda 6 Saloon is visibly cheaper – starting at 38,500 £ , while the Ford Transit Custom Bus costs 50,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,311 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mazda 6 Saloon is markedly more efficient: consuming 16.5 kWh/100km compared to 22.3 kWh/100km for the Ford Transit Custom Bus. That’s a difference of about 5.8 kWh/100km.

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Engine and Performance:

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 Mazda 6 Saloon offers moderately more power – delivering 258 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 40 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Transit Custom Bus delivers substantially more torque with 630 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 310 Nm more.

Transit Custom Bus

Space and Everyday Use:

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

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

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda 6 Saloon is barely 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 £38,500
6 Saloon

Mazda 6 Saloon

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 245 - 258 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.5 - 16.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 479 - 552 km
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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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Mazda 6 Saloon

The Mazda6 saloon feels like the sensible yet stylish choice for buyers who want a car that drives with poise and looks sharper than its badge suggests. It mixes engaging handling, a refined cabin and everyday practicality without shouting for attention — perfect for those who prefer understated class with a wink.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
50,800 - 63,000 £
Price
38,500 - 41,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.3 - 26.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
479 - 552 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
9
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
5
Curb weight
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Curb weight
2,027 - 2,028 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
336 L
Length
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Length
4,921 mm
Width
2,032 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
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Height
1,491 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,074 L
Payload
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Payload
359 - 360 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 218 HP
Power HP
245 - 258 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
175 km/h
Torque
415 - 630 Nm
Torque
320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
100 - 160 kW
Power kW
180 - 190 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mazda
What drive types are available for the Ford Transit Custom Bus?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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