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Ford Transit Custom Bus vs MG MG5 comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (50,800 £ vs 30,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Custom Bus or MG MG5?

Ford Transit Custom Bus vs MG MG5: Key differences

Ford Transit Custom Bus

  • slightly more power
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  • clearly cheaper
  • 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.

MG MG5 is clearly cheaper – starting at 30,400 £ , while the Ford Transit Custom Bus costs 50,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,376 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the MG MG5 is markedly more efficient: consuming 17.5 kWh/100km compared to 22.3 kWh/100km for the Ford Transit Custom Bus. That’s a difference of about 4.8 kWh/100km.

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Engine and Performance:

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 Ford Transit Custom Bus offers slightly more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 41 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Transit Custom Bus delivers substantially more torque with 630 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 350 Nm more.

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 leads convincingly 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.

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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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MG MG5

The MG5 is a surprisingly practical and stylish estate that gives family buyers a sensible, down-to-earth alternative to bland crossovers. As an electric wagon it blends everyday usability with low running costs and a cheeky dash of character, making it an easy pick if you value space and thrift over badge snobbery.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
50,800 - 63,000 £
Price
30,400 - 34,300 £
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
17.5 - 18.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
310 - 400 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
48.3 - 57.7 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Estate
Seats
9
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
5
Curb weight
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Curb weight
1,562 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
479 L
Length
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Length
4,600 mm
Width
2,032 mm
Width
1,818 mm
Height
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Height
1,543 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,367 L
Payload
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Payload
455 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 218 HP
Power HP
156 - 177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
185 km/h
Torque
415 - 630 Nm
Torque
280 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
100 - 160 kW
Power kW
115 - 130 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2022
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
MG
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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