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Ford Transit Custom Bus vs Vauxhall Combo comparison

Compare performance (233 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (41,900 £ vs 22,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Custom Bus or Vauxhall Combo?

Ford Transit Custom Bus vs Vauxhall Combo: Key differences

Ford Transit Custom Bus

  • significantly more power
  • visibly more efficient

Vauxhall Combo

  • substantially cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • significantly more electric range
  • substantially more trunk space

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.

Vauxhall Combo is substantially cheaper – starting at 22,900 £ , while the Ford Transit Custom Bus costs 41,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,994 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Transit Custom Bus uses 3.9 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Vauxhall Combo with 5.4 L/100km. The difference is about 1.5 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Vauxhall Combo is noticeably more efficient: consuming 18.5 kWh/100km compared to 22.3 kWh/100km for the Ford Transit Custom Bus. That’s a difference of about 3.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Vauxhall Combo offers significantly more range – reaching up to 345 km, about 292 km more than the Ford Transit Custom Bus.

Combo

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 significantly more power – delivering 233 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 97 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Transit Custom Bus delivers significantly more torque with 630 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 330 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 7.

Looking at boot space, the Vauxhall Combo offers substantially more boot space – 1,050 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 1,050 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Combo is clearly ahead 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 £22,900
Combo

Vauxhall Combo

  • Engine Type : Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 136 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.4 - 5.8 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.5 - 18.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 333 - 345 km
Ford Transit Custom Bus
Vauxhall Combo

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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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Vauxhall Combo

The Opel Combo is a hardworking and surprisingly polished small van that blends van-like practicality with car-like comfort, making it a sensible choice for families and tradespeople who need versatility without fuss. It may not grab attention on the style front, but clever packaging and a levelheaded approach mean you spend more time getting things done and less time worrying about compromise.

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Ford Transit Custom Bus
Vauxhall Combo

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,900 - 63,000 £
Price
22,900 - 36,500 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 8.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
22.3 - 26.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 - 18.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
52 - 53 km
Electric Range
333 - 345 km
Battery Capacity
11.8 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 222 g/km
co2
0 - 151 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 - 63 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
9
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
4
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
-
Curb weight
1,505 - 1,922 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Trunk capacity
0 - 1,050 L
Length
5,050 - 5,450 mm
Length
4,410 - 4,760 mm
Width
2,032 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
1,958 - 1,959 mm
Height
1,812 - 1,818 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,126 - 2,693 L
Payload
-
Payload
430 - 695 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 233 HP
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
135 km/h
Torque
310 - 630 Nm
Torque
250 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
81 - 171 kW
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
Brand
Ford
Brand
Vauxhall
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