Two cars, one duel: Ford Transit Custom Transporter meets Toyota Corolla Touring Sports.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!
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.
Toyota Corolla Touring Sports has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29600 £, while the Ford Transit Custom Transporter costs 36300 £. That’s a price difference of around 6656 £.
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 has a distinct edge – offering 286 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 108 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 7.50 s, while the Ford Transit Custom Transporter takes 13.40 s. That’s about 5.90 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports performs a bit better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Ford Transit Custom Transporter tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Ford Transit Custom Transporter offers somewhat more seating capacity – 6 vs 5.
In curb weight, Toyota Corolla Touring Sports is evident lighter – 1485 kg compared to 1893 kg. The difference is around 408 kg.
In maximum load capacity, the Ford Transit Custom Transporter performs clearly better – up to 6800 L, which is about 5194 L more than the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports.
When it comes to payload, Ford Transit Custom Transporter clearly takes the win – 1332 kg compared to 440 kg. That’s a difference of about 892 kg.
Overall, the Ford Transit Custom Transporter shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
The Ford Transit Custom Transporter is a versatile commercial vehicle renowned for its practicality and reliability. It offers a roomy cabin with ample storage options, making it ideal for various professional needs. Its sleek design and efficient performance ensure that it remains a popular choice among businesses and tradespeople alike.
detailsThe Toyota Corolla Touring Sports is a sensible yet stylish estate that blends everyday practicality with Toyota's trademark reliability, making it the kind of car that quietly gets on with family life without drama. Inside it's cleverly packaged for luggage and kids' gear and feels calm and comfortable on the road — sensible rather than flashy, but with enough character to make daily drives more enjoyable.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
36300 - 71100 £
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Price
29600 - 36400 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.40 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.4 - 24.1 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
315 - 327 km
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
11.8 - 64 kWh
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
100 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
55 - 63 L
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Fuel tank capacity
43 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
3 - 6
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1893 - 2122 kg
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Curb weight
1485 - 1515 kg
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Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
581 - 596 L
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Length
5050 - 5450 mm
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Length
4650 mm
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Width
2032 mm
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Width
1790 mm
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Height
1958 - 1959 mm
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Height
1435 mm
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Max trunk capacity
5800 - 6800 L
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Max trunk capacity
1591 - 1606 L
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Payload
802 - 1332 kg
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Payload
400 - 440 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, CVT
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
110 - 286 HP
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Power HP
140 - 178 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.4 - 16.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
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Max Speed
110 - 150 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
310 - 415 Nm
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Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
81 - 210 kW
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Power kW
103 - 131 kW
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Engine capacity
1996 - 2488 cm3
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Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
Toyota
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The Ford Transit Custom Transporter is available as Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.