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Ford Transit Custom Transporter vs Subaru Solterra comparison

Compare performance (286 HP vs 343 HP), boot space and price (49,700 £ vs 39,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Custom Transporter or Subaru Solterra?

Ford Transit Custom Transporter vs Subaru Solterra: Key differences

Ford Transit Custom Transporter

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Subaru Solterra

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  • visibly cheaper
  • somewhat more power
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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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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.

Subaru Solterra is visibly cheaper – starting at 39,400 £ , while the Ford Transit Custom Transporter costs 49,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,254 £.

Solterra

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 Subaru Solterra offers somewhat more power – delivering 343 HP compared to 286 HP. That’s roughly 57 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Transit Custom Transporter delivers visibly more torque with 630 Nm compared to 437 Nm. That’s about 193 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: Ford Transit Custom Transporter offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Subaru Solterra is narrowly 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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Solterra

Subaru Solterra

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 343 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.6 - 15.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 471 - 511 km
Ford Transit Custom Transporter
Subaru Solterra

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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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Subaru Solterra

The Subaru Solterra translates Subaru's rugged, go-anywhere character into an electric package, offering sure-footed handling and a thoughtfully practical cabin that feels ready for weekend escapes. It isn't trying to outshine flashier rivals — instead it stakes its claim on reliability and friendly simplicity, making it a sensible, slightly cheeky choice for buyers who want an EV that behaves like a Subaru.

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Ford Transit Custom Transporter
Subaru Solterra

Costs and Consumption

Price
49,700 - 77,400 £
Price
39,400 - 45,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 15.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
471 - 511 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
3 - 6
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
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Curb weight
2,117 - 2,154 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
452 L
Length
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Length
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Width
2,032 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
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Payload
431 - 468 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
343 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
415 - 630 Nm
Torque
437 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
100 - 210 kW
Power kW
252 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
Subaru
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