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Ford Transit Custom Bus vs Mazda MX-5 Coupe comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 132 HP), boot space and price (50,800 £ vs 31,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Custom Bus or Mazda MX-5 Coupe?

Ford Transit Custom Bus vs Mazda MX-5 Coupe: Key differences

Ford Transit Custom Bus

  • visibly more power
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Mazda MX-5 Coupe

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

Transit Custom Bus

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.

Mazda MX-5 Coupe is considerably cheaper – starting at 31,400 £ , while the Ford Transit Custom Bus costs 50,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,434 £.

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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 Ford Transit Custom Bus offers visibly more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 86 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Transit Custom Bus delivers substantially more torque with 630 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 478 Nm more.

Transit Custom Bus

Space and Everyday Use:

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 2.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Transit Custom Bus is clearly superior overall 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
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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 MX-5 Coupe

The Mazda MX-5 is a delightfully pure driver's car, wrapped in a compact package and tuned to make steering inputs feel like a conversation rather than a chore. It won’t overwhelm you with gadgetry, but what it delivers—nimble handling, instant feedback and an honest grin every time you drive—makes it a brilliant choice for anyone who values fun over flash.

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Ford Transit Custom Bus
Mazda MX-5 Coupe

Costs and Consumption
Price
50,800 - 63,000 £
Price
31,400 - 36,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.2 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
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
140 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
9
Seats
2
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
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Curb weight
1,114 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
127 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
2,032 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
-
Payload
166 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manual
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 218 HP
Power HP
132 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
415 - 630 Nm
Torque
152 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 160 kW
Power kW
97 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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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