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Ford Transit Custom Transporter vs NIO EL8 comparison

Compare performance (286 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (49,700 £ vs 71,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Custom Transporter or NIO EL8?

Ford Transit Custom Transporter vs NIO EL8: Key differences

Ford Transit Custom Transporter

  • clearly cheaper
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NIO EL8

  • significantly more power
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Transit Custom Transporter

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Ford Transit Custom Transporter is clearly cheaper – starting at 49,700 £ , while the NIO EL8 costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,383 £.

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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 NIO EL8 offers significantly more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 286 HP. That’s roughly 367 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL8 delivers visibly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 630 Nm. That’s about 220 Nm more.

Transit Custom Transporter

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 6 people.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL8 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.

from £71,100
EL8

NIO EL8

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 653 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 21.2 - 22 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 390 - 510 km
Ford Transit Custom Transporter
NIO EL8

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Ford Transit Custom Transporter

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.

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NIO EL8

The NIO EL8 feels like a tech-savvy living room on wheels, blending upscale comfort with playful design for buyers who want electric refinement without the clinical vibe. It’s roomy, packed with clever features and a relaxed driving character that turns everyday trips into something a little more fun.

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Ford Transit Custom Transporter
NIO EL8

Costs and Consumption

Price
49,700 - 77,400 £
Price
71,100 - 90,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 22 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
390 - 510 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
3 - 6
Seats
6
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
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Curb weight
2,613 - 2,633 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
265 L
Length
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Length
5,099 mm
Width
2,032 mm
Width
1,989 mm
Height
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Height
1,750 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
810 L
Payload
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Payload
557 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 286 HP
Power HP
653 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
415 - 630 Nm
Torque
850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
100 - 210 kW
Power kW
480 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
NIO
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