Compare performance (233 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (41900 £ vs 31600 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Custom Bus or Toyota Proace Bus?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Toyota Proace Bus has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31600 £, while the Ford Transit Custom Bus costs 41900 £. That’s a price difference of around 10307 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Ford Transit Custom Bus manages with 3.90 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Toyota Proace Bus with 6.50 L. The difference is about 2.60 L per 100 km.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Ford Transit Custom Bus: with 22.40 kWh per 100 km, it’s slight more efficient than the Toyota Proace Bus with 24.20 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.80 kWh.
As for range, the Toyota Proace Bus performs slight better – achieving up to 343 km, about 19 km more than the Ford Transit Custom Bus.
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 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 233 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 53 HP more horsepower.
In terms of top speed, the Toyota Proace Bus performs slightly better – reaching 170 km/h, while the Ford Transit Custom Bus tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Transit Custom Bus pulls barely noticeable stronger with 415 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 15 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 9 people.
Boot capacity is identical – both offer 0 L of storage.
The Ford Transit Custom Bus proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Ford Transit Custom Bus is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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 Toyota Proace Bus is a pragmatic people‑mover that swallows passengers and luggage with the kind of everyday practicality fleet managers and large families will appreciate. It may not thrill the enthusiast, but its sensible layout, sturdy build and Toyota badge make it a dependable, no-nonsense choice for anyone needing space and reliability rather than flash.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
41900 - 55600 £
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Price
31600 - 57100 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 8.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
6.5 - 6.7 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.4 - 24.3 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
24.2 - 24.4 kWh
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Electric Range
52 - 324 km
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Electric Range
218 - 343 km
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Battery Capacity
11.8 - 64 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 222 g/km
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co2
0 - 177 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
55 - 63 L
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Fuel tank capacity
69 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
9
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Seats
5 - 9
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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
1835 - 2140 kg
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Trunk capacity
0 L
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Trunk capacity
0 L
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Length
5050 - 5450 mm
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Length
4983 - 5333 mm
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Width
2032 mm
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Width
1920 mm
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Height
1958 - 1959 mm
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Height
1890 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
825 - 1265 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, CVT
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-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
136 - 180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.30 s
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Max Speed
110 - 150 km/h
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Max Speed
130 - 170 km/h
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Torque
310 - 415 Nm
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Torque
260 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
81 - 171 kW
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Power kW
100 - 132 kW
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Engine capacity
1996 - 2488 cm3
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Engine capacity
2184 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2024
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, F, G
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
Toyota
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The Ford Transit Custom Bus is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.