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Ford Transit Custom Transporter vs Vauxhall Vivaro - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (286 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (36300 £ vs 33200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Custom Transporter or Vauxhall Vivaro?

Ford Transit Custom Transporter

Vauxhall Vivaro

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

Transit Custom Transporter

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.

Vauxhall Vivaro has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33200 £ , while the Ford Transit Custom Transporter costs 36300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3060 £.

Transit Custom Transporter

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Ford Transit Custom Transporter has a distinct edge – offering 286 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 106 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Vivaro is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 10.50 s, while the Ford Transit Custom Transporter takes 13.40 s. That’s about 2.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Vivaro performs a bit better – reaching 185 km/h, while the Ford Transit Custom Transporter tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 35 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Transit Custom Transporter pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 415 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 15 Nm difference.

Transit Custom Transporter

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: Vauxhall Vivaro offers distinct more seating capacity – 9 vs 6.

In curb weight, Vauxhall Vivaro is hardly perceptible lighter – 1722 kg compared to 1893 kg. The difference is around 171 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the Ford Transit Custom Transporter performs a bit better – up to 6800 L, which is about 700 L more than the Vauxhall Vivaro.

When it comes to payload, Ford Transit Custom Transporter minimal takes the win – 1332 kg compared to 1226 kg. That’s a difference of about 106 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Transit Custom Transporter holds a very small edge 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 Transporter
Vauxhall Vivaro

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from about £36,300
Transit Custom Transporter

Ford Transit Custom Transporter

  • Engine Type : Electric, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 110 - 286 HP

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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Vauxhall Vivaro

The Opel Vivaro is a workhorse with a surprisingly civilised demeanour, blending rugged practicality with enough style and comfort to keep drivers happy on any job. With clever packaging and sensible features that simplify loading, commuting and family duties, it’s the no-nonsense van for buyers who want functionality without the fuss — honest, dependable and just smart enough to make the day easier.

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Ford Transit Custom Transporter
Vauxhall Vivaro

Costs and Consumption

Price
36300 - 71100 £
Price
33200 - 52500 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
6.2 - 7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
23.6 - 24 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
221 - 352 km
Battery Capacity
11.8 - 64 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 - 63 L
Fuel tank capacity
69 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Cargo Van, Bus
Seats
3 - 6
Seats
3 - 9
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
1893 - 2122 kg
Curb weight
1722 - 2260 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5050 - 5450 mm
Length
4980 - 5331 mm
Width
2032 mm
Width
1920 mm
Height
1958 - 1959 mm
Height
1890 - 1935 mm
Max trunk capacity
5800 - 6800 L
Max trunk capacity
3200 - 6100 L
Payload
802 - 1332 kg
Payload
840 - 1226 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 286 HP
Power HP
120 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.4 - 16.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 14.3 s
Max Speed
110 - 150 km/h
Max Speed
130 - 185 km/h
Torque
310 - 415 Nm
Torque
260 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
81 - 210 kW
Power kW
88 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1996 - 2488 cm3
Engine capacity
1499 - 2184 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, F, G
Brand
Ford
Brand
Vauxhall
What drive types are available for the Ford Transit Custom Transporter?

The Ford Transit Custom Transporter is available as 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.