Compare performance (286 HP vs 71 HP), boot space and price (49,700 £ vs 11,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Custom Transporter or Mitsubishi Space Star?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mitsubishi Space Star is clearly cheaper – starting at 11,600 £ , while the Ford Transit Custom Transporter costs 49,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 38,026 £.
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 Transporter offers substantially more power – delivering 286 HP compared to 71 HP. That’s roughly 215 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Transit Custom Transporter delivers substantially more torque with 630 Nm compared to 102 Nm. That’s about 528 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Ford Transit Custom Transporter offers more seats – 6 vs 5.
The Ford Transit Custom Transporter holds a narrow 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 Transit Custom is a clever, no-nonsense workhorse that blends roomy practicality with surprisingly car-like driving manners, so your workday feels less like a chore and more like efficient transport. With a sensible interior, smart storage and tidy handling, it’s the kind of van that makes owners smile while they get on with the job — reliable, unfussy and built to keep moving.
detailsThe Mitsubishi Space Star is a tidy, no-nonsense city car that squeezes surprising interior space into a compact, easy-to-park package. It's not a thrill-seeker's toy, but for buyers after low running costs, fuss-free reliability and sensible day-to-day practicality, it's a clever and cheerful choice that keeps your wallet and nerves happy.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
49,700 - 77,400 £
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Price
11,600 - 18,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.5 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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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
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co2
112 - 125 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
35 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
3 - 6
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
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Curb weight
940 - 1,011 kg
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Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
209 - 235 L
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Length
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Length
3,845 mm
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Width
2,032 mm
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Width
1,665 mm
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Height
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Height
1,505 mm
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
881 - 912 L
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Payload
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Payload
359 - 400 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 - 286 HP
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Power HP
71 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.1 - 15.8 s
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
163 - 167 km/h
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Torque
415 - 630 Nm
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Torque
102 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
100 - 210 kW
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Power kW
52 kW
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Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,193 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2,020 - 2,022
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
Mitsubishi
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