Compare performance (286 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (36300 £ vs 31600 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Custom Transporter or Toyota Proace Bus?
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 Proace Bus has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31600 £, while the Ford Transit Custom Transporter costs 36300 £. That’s a price difference of around 4697 £.
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 evident edge – offering 286 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 106 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Proace Bus is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 13.30 s, while the Ford Transit Custom Transporter takes 13.40 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Toyota Proace Bus performs slightly better – reaching 170 km/h, while the Ford Transit Custom Transporter tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 20 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.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: Toyota Proace Bus offers evident more seating capacity – 9 vs 6.
In curb weight, Toyota Proace Bus is hardly perceptible lighter – 1835 kg compared to 1893 kg. The difference is around 58 kg.
When it comes to payload, Ford Transit Custom Transporter slight takes the win – 1332 kg compared to 1265 kg. That’s a difference of about 67 kg.
The Ford Transit Custom Transporter proves to be edges ahead and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Ford Transit Custom Transporter is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
detailsThe Toyota Proace Bus is a pragmatic people‑mover that swallows passengers and luggage with the kind of everyday practicality fleet managers and large families will appreciate. It may not thrill the enthusiast, but its sensible layout, sturdy build and Toyota badge make it a dependable, no-nonsense choice for anyone needing space and reliability rather than flash.
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Price
36300 - 71100 £
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Price
31600 - 57100 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
6.5 - 6.7 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
24.2 - 24.4 kWh
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
218 - 343 km
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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
0 - 177 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
55 - 63 L
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Fuel tank capacity
69 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
3 - 6
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Seats
5 - 9
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Doors
4
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Doors
4 - 5
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Curb weight
1893 - 2122 kg
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Curb weight
1835 - 2140 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
0 L
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Length
5050 - 5450 mm
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Length
4983 - 5333 mm
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Width
2032 mm
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Width
1920 mm
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Height
1958 - 1959 mm
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Height
1890 mm
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Max trunk capacity
5800 - 6800 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
802 - 1332 kg
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Payload
825 - 1265 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, CVT
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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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
136 - 180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.4 - 16.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.30 s
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Max Speed
110 - 150 km/h
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Max Speed
130 - 170 km/h
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Torque
310 - 415 Nm
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Torque
260 - 400 Nm
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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
100 - 132 kW
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Engine capacity
1996 - 2488 cm3
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Engine capacity
2184 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2024
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, F, G
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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.