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Ford Transit Transporter vs Renault Master Bus comparison

Compare performance (269 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (39,900 £ vs 36,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Transporter or Renault Master Bus?

Ford Transit Transporter vs Renault Master Bus: Key differences

Ford Transit Transporter

  • markedly more power
  • a bit more efficient
  • marginally lighter

Renault Master Bus

  • very slightly cheaper

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

Transit 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 very slightly cheaper – starting at 36,600 £ , while the Ford Transit Transporter costs 39,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,346 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Transit Transporter uses 7.9 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the Renault Master Bus with 8.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.

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 Transporter offers markedly more power – delivering 269 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 89 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Renault Master Bus is clearly faster – reaching 165 km/h, while the Ford Transit Transporter tops out at 120 km/h. The difference is around 45 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Transit Transporter delivers marginally more torque with 430 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.

Transit Transporter

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

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

In terms of curb weight, Ford Transit Transporter is marginally lighter – 2,074 kg compared to 2,189 kg. The difference is around 115 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the Ford Transit Transporter offers significantly more capacity – up to 14,100 L, about 9,260 L more than the Renault Master Bus.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Transit Transporter carries clearly more – 2,607 kg compared to 1,254 kg. That’s a difference of about 1,353 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Transit Transporter is clearly superior overall 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 £39,900
Transit Transporter

Ford Transit Transporter

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 105 - 269 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.9 - 10.3 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 21.3 - 32 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 247 - 402 km
Ford Transit Transporter
Renault Master Bus

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Ford Transit Transporter

The Ford Transit is the no-nonsense workhorse that turns heavy-duty hauling into a surprisingly civilized experience, with a cabin that favors practicality over pretense. It’s the go-to for tradespeople and fleet managers who want reliability, adaptability and low running headaches — not showy gimmicks.

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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 Transporter
Renault Master Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,900 - 73,000 £
Price
36,600 - 43,200 £
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 10.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 10.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.3 - 32 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
247 - 402 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
68 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 270 g/km
co2
227 - 280 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
105 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Bus
Seats
3 - 6
Seats
6 - 9
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,074 - 2,765 kg
Curb weight
2,189 - 2,361 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5,531 - 6,704 mm
Length
5,075 - 5,575 mm
Width
2,059 mm
Width
2,070 mm
Height
2,530 - 2,778 mm
Height
2,290 - 2,486 mm
Max trunk capacity
9,300 - 14,100 L
Max trunk capacity
2,840 - 4,840 L
Payload
735 - 2,607 kg
Payload
939 - 1,254 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
105 - 269 HP
Power HP
135 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
120 km/h
Max Speed
150 - 165 km/h
Torque
310 - 430 Nm
Torque
360 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
77 - 198 kW
Power kW
99 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1,996 cm3
Engine capacity
2,299 cm3

General

Model Year
2,019 - 2,024
Model Year
2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Ford
Brand
Renault
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