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Nissan Primastar Transporter vs Ford Transit Custom Bus comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (43,500 £ vs 50,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Primastar Transporter or Ford Transit Custom Bus?

Nissan Primastar Transporter vs Ford Transit Custom Bus: Key differences

Nissan Primastar Transporter

  • slightly cheaper
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Ford Transit Custom Bus

  • markedly more power
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Primastar 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.

Nissan Primastar Transporter is slightly cheaper – starting at 43,500 £ , while the Ford Transit Custom Bus costs 50,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,273 £.

Transit Custom 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 Bus offers markedly more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 48 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Transit Custom Bus delivers visibly more torque with 630 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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: Ford Transit Custom Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 6.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Transit Custom Bus 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.

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Transit Custom Bus

Ford Transit Custom Bus

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 - 218 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 22.3 - 26.4 kWh/100km
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Nissan Primastar Transporter

The Nissan Primastar is a no-nonsense transporter that pairs rugged practicality with a surprisingly civilized cabin, so you arrive with your tools — and your temper — intact. It may not steal glances at the lights, but its sensible layout and dependable nature make it the kind of van you’ll happily rely on day in, day out.

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Ford Transit Custom Bus

The Ford Transit Custom Bus is a workhorse with a surprisingly comfy streak, offering a roomy, practical cabin that keeps passengers happy on long runs. It steers with more finesse than you’d expect from a people-mover and, whether you’re running a shuttle or converting it for weekend adventures, it’s a dependable, no-nonsense choice that makes life easier for drivers and operators alike.

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Ford Transit Custom Bus

Costs and Consumption
Price
43,500 - 48,500 £
Price
50,800 - 63,000 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.3 - 26.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
178 - 184 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Bus
Seats
3 - 6
Seats
9
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,926 - 2,075 kg
Curb weight
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Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,956 mm
Width
2,032 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
899 - 1,110 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 170 HP
Power HP
136 - 218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 380 Nm
Torque
415 - 630 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
110 - 125 kW
Power kW
100 - 160 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Ford
What drivetrain options does the Nissan Primastar Transporter have?

The Nissan Primastar Transporter is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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