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Ford Transit Custom Bus vs Toyota Proace City - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (233 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (41900 £ vs 20800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Custom Bus or Toyota Proace City?

Ford Transit Custom Bus

Toyota Proace City

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

Transit Custom Bus

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Toyota Proace City has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20800 £ , while the Ford Transit Custom Bus costs 41900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21073 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Ford Transit Custom Bus manages with 3.90 L and is therefore distinct more efficient than the Toyota Proace City with 5.30 L. The difference is about 1.40 L per 100 km.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Toyota Proace City: with 18.10 kWh per 100 km, it’s evident more efficient than the Ford Transit Custom Bus with 22.40 kWh. That’s a difference of about 4.30 kWh.

As for electric range, the Toyota Proace City performs minimal better – achieving up to 343 km, about 19 km more than the Ford Transit Custom Bus.

Proace City

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 has a convincingly edge – offering 233 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 97 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the Toyota Proace City performs somewhat better – reaching 186 km/h, while the Ford Transit Custom Bus tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 36 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Transit Custom Bus pulls noticeable stronger with 415 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 115 Nm difference.

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 distinct more seating capacity – 9 vs 7.

In terms of boot space, the Toyota Proace City offers clearly more room – 912 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 912 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Proace City comes out modestly ahead 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
Toyota Proace City

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Proace City

Toyota Proace City

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 136 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.3 - 6.3 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.10 kWh
  • Electric Range : 343 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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Toyota Proace City

The Toyota Proace City is a clever compact workhorse that blends van practicality with passenger comfort, turning daily deliveries or weekend DIY runs into a surprisingly civilised affair. It won't set your pulse racing, but its easy driving manners, flexible interior and low-hassle ownership make it a smart pick for buyers who value usefulness over flash.

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Ford Transit Custom Bus
Toyota Proace City

Costs and Consumption

Price
41900 - 55600 £
Price
20800 - 44100 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 8.5 L
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 6.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
22.4 - 24.3 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
18.10 kWh
Electric Range
52 - 324 km
Electric Range
343 km
Battery Capacity
11.8 - 64 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 222 g/km
co2
0 - 146 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 - 63 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 61 L

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
1366 - 1664 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Trunk capacity
322 - 912 L
Length
5050 - 5450 mm
Length
4401 - 4751 mm
Width
2032 mm
Width
1848 mm
Height
1958 - 1959 mm
Height
1812 - 1818 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2126 - 2693 L
Payload
-
Payload
525 - 869 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-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
11.5 - 13.2 s
Max Speed
110 - 150 km/h
Max Speed
135 - 186 km/h
Torque
310 - 415 Nm
Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
81 - 171 kW
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Engine capacity
1996 - 2488 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1499 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
Brand
Ford
Brand
Toyota
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.