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Ford Transit Custom Bus vs Skoda Superb Combi - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (233 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (41900 £ vs 35200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Custom Bus or Skoda Superb Combi?

Ford Transit Custom Bus

Skoda Superb Combi

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

Transit Custom Bus

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Skoda Superb Combi has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 35200 £ , while the Ford Transit Custom Bus costs 41900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6643 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Superb Combi manages with 1.20 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Ford Transit Custom Bus with 3.90 L. The difference is about 2.70 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Ford Transit Custom Bus performs significantly better – achieving up to 324 km, about 187 km more than the Skoda Superb Combi.

Superb Combi

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 Skoda Superb Combi has a to a small extent edge – offering 265 HP compared to 233 HP. That’s roughly 32 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Superb Combi performs distinct better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Ford Transit Custom Bus tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 100 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Transit Custom Bus pulls slight stronger with 415 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 15 Nm difference.

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 convincingly more seating capacity – 9 vs 5.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Superb Combi offers significantly more room – 690 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 690 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Superb Combi 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.

Ford Transit Custom Bus
Skoda Superb Combi

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from about £35,200
Superb Combi

Skoda Superb Combi

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.2 - 7.8 L
  • Electric Range : 128 - 137 km

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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Skoda Superb Combi

The Skoda Superb Combi is the practical hero of the estate world, offering cavernous space and a calm, refined ride that makes family life feel effortless. Its clever features, understated design and no-nonsense value make it a smart pick for buyers who want Germanic engineering without the badge premium — and it even manages to stay surprisingly stylish while doing all the heavy lifting.

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Ford Transit Custom Bus
Skoda Superb Combi

Costs and Consumption

Price
41900 - 55600 £
Price
35200 - 51000 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 8.5 L
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 7.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
22.4 - 24.3 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
52 - 324 km
Electric Range
128 - 137 km
Battery Capacity
11.8 - 64 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 222 g/km
co2
28 - 178 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 - 63 L
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Estate
Seats
9
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
-
Curb weight
1575 - 1853 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Length
5050 - 5450 mm
Length
4902 mm
Width
2032 mm
Width
1849 mm
Height
1958 - 1959 mm
Height
1482 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1920 L
Payload
-
Payload
497 - 584 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 233 HP
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 9.3 s
Max Speed
110 - 150 km/h
Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
Torque
310 - 415 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
81 - 171 kW
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
1996 - 2488 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, G, B
Brand
Ford
Brand
Skoda
What drivetrain options does the Ford Transit Custom Bus have?

The Ford Transit Custom Bus is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.