Compare performance (233 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (41,900 £ vs 22,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Custom Bus or Vauxhall Combo Cargo?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Vauxhall Combo Cargo is considerably cheaper – starting at 22,400 £ , while the Ford Transit Custom Bus costs 41,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,431 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Transit Custom Bus uses 3.9 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Vauxhall Combo Cargo with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 L/100km.
In terms of energy consumption, the Vauxhall Combo Cargo is markedly more efficient: consuming 17.4 kWh/100km compared to 22.3 kWh/100km for the Ford Transit Custom Bus. That’s a difference of about 4.9 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Vauxhall Combo Cargo offers considerably more range – reaching up to 354 km, about 301 km more than the Ford Transit Custom Bus.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Ford Transit Custom Bus offers substantially 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 substantially more torque with 630 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 330 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Ford Transit Custom Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 6.
The Ford Transit Custom Bus holds a solid 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 Opel Combo Cargo is a pragmatic workhorse that pairs sensible practicality with surprisingly car-like manners, making it a smart choice for small businesses and weekend DIYers. With clever storage, easy access and a calm cabin that keeps the focus on the job, it turns daily deliveries and errands into something almost enjoyable.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
41,900 - 63,000 £
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Price
22,400 - 34,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 8.5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.3 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.3 - 26.4 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.4 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
52 - 53 km
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Electric Range
354 km
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Battery Capacity
11.8 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 222 g/km
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co2
0 - 143 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
55 - 63 L
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Fuel tank capacity
53 - 61 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Seats
9
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Seats
2 - 6
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Doors
4
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Doors
4 - 5
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Curb weight
-
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Curb weight
1,329 - 1,813 kg
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Trunk capacity
0 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
5,050 - 5,450 mm
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Length
4,401 - 4,751 mm
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Width
2,032 mm
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Width
1,848 mm
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Height
1,958 - 1,959 mm
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Height
1,820 - 1,825 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
3,300 - 3,900 L
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Payload
-
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Payload
611 - 991 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
110 - 233 HP
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Power HP
102 - 136 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
135 - 183 km/h
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Torque
310 - 630 Nm
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Torque
205 - 300 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
81 - 171 kW
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Power kW
75 - 100 kW
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Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,488 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
Vauxhall
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