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Ford Transit Custom Bus vs VW Golf Variant comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (50,800 £ vs 28,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Custom Bus or VW Golf Variant?

Ford Transit Custom Bus vs VW Golf Variant: Key differences

Ford Transit Custom Bus

  • only slightly more power
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VW Golf Variant

2.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

VW Golf Variant is clearly cheaper – starting at 28,800 £ , while the Ford Transit Custom Bus costs 50,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,949 £.

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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 Ford Transit Custom Bus offers only slightly more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Transit Custom Bus delivers substantially more torque with 630 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 270 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 5.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Transit Custom Bus is decisively 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.

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Transit Custom Bus

Ford Transit Custom Bus

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 - 218 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 22.3 - 26.4 kWh/100km
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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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VW Golf Variant

The Golf Estate packs Volkswagen's familiar poise into a practical, grown-up estate that quietly makes everyday life easier without shouting for attention. It's clever, comfortable and roomy enough for weekend kit or family chaos, offering smart packaging and refined manners that make it a sensible and surprisingly stylish choice for buyers who need space but don't want a van.

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2.6 (2 Reviews)
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Kobe
12 Sept 2026, 06:49:27

I've now been using it for 3 years with no problems. Comfortable, lots of space — in short, a good, reliable travel companion.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
50,800 - 63,000 £
Price
28,800 - 38,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
22.3 - 26.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
114 - 159 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Estate
Seats
9
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
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Curb weight
1,366 - 1,551 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
611 L
Length
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Length
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Width
2,032 mm
Width
1,789 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
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Payload
509 - 547 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 218 HP
Power HP
116 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
415 - 630 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 160 kW
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, C
Brand
Ford
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Ford Transit Custom Bus?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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