Compare performance (218 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (50,800 £ vs 59,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Custom Bus or NIO ET7?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Ford Transit Custom Bus is moderately cheaper – starting at 50,800 £ , while the NIO ET7 costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,118 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the NIO ET7 is moderately more efficient: consuming 19 kWh/100km compared to 22.3 kWh/100km for the Ford Transit Custom Bus. That’s a difference of about 3.3 kWh/100km.
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 NIO ET7 offers considerably more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 435 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET7 delivers noticeably more torque with 850 Nm compared to 630 Nm. That’s about 220 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 5.
The NIO ET7 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 NIO ET7 arrives like a calm thunderstorm — sleek, silent and unapologetically clever, turning motorway cruising into the sort of effortless glide that makes other cars feel noisy and rehearsed. Inside, it's all luxury sofas and smart gadgets that actually help rather than confuse, so buyers who crave tech and comfort will feel like they've upgraded their life without needing to spellcheck the manual.
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Price
50,800 - 63,000 £
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Price
59,900 - 68,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.3 - 26.4 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
451 - 584 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
9
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
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Curb weight
2,434 - 2,454 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
363 L
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Length
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Length
5,101 mm
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Width
2,032 mm
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Width
1,987 mm
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Height
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Height
1,509 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
446 - 466 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 - 218 HP
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Power HP
653 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
415 - 630 Nm
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Torque
850 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
100 - 160 kW
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Power kW
480 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2022
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
NIO
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