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Ford Transit Custom Transporter vs Renault Master Bus comparison

Compare performance (286 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (49,700 £ vs 36,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Custom Transporter or Renault Master Bus?

Ford Transit Custom Transporter vs Renault Master Bus: Key differences

Ford Transit Custom Transporter

  • visibly more power
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Renault Master Bus

  • noticeably cheaper
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Transit Custom Transporter

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Renault Master Bus is noticeably cheaper – starting at 36,600 £ , while the Ford Transit Custom Transporter costs 49,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,087 £.

Master Bus

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 Transporter offers visibly more power – delivering 286 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 106 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Transit Custom Transporter delivers visibly more torque with 630 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 230 Nm more.

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: Renault Master Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 6.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Transit Custom Transporter 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.

from £49,700
Transit Custom Transporter

Ford Transit Custom Transporter

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 - 286 HP
Ford Transit Custom Transporter
Renault Master Bus

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Renault Master Bus

The Renault Master Bus is a no-nonsense people carrier that trades flash for practicality, offering generous space for passengers and luggage with a sensible, robust feel. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want comfort and reliability over glamour — think dependable transport with a dash of French charm and a wry smile.

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Ford Transit Custom Transporter
Renault Master Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
49,700 - 77,400 £
Price
36,600 - 43,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 10.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
227 - 280 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
105 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Bus
Seats
3 - 6
Seats
6 - 9
Doors
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Doors
4
Curb weight
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Curb weight
2,189 - 2,361 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
-
Length
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Length
5,075 - 5,575 mm
Width
2,032 mm
Width
2,070 mm
Height
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Height
2,290 - 2,486 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
2,840 - 4,840 L
Payload
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Payload
939 - 1,254 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 286 HP
Power HP
135 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
150 - 165 km/h
Torque
415 - 630 Nm
Torque
360 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 210 kW
Power kW
99 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2,299 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Ford
Brand
Renault
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