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Vauxhall Vivaro vs Ford Transit Custom Bus comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (33,200 £ vs 50,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Vivaro or Ford Transit Custom Bus?

Vauxhall Vivaro vs Ford Transit Custom Bus: Key differences

Vauxhall Vivaro

  • considerably cheaper
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Ford Transit Custom Bus

  • slightly more power
  • only slightly more efficient
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Vivaro

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Vauxhall Vivaro is considerably cheaper – starting at 33,200 £ , while the Ford Transit Custom Bus costs 50,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,595 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Ford Transit Custom Bus is only slightly more efficient: consuming 22.3 kWh/100km compared to 23.7 kWh/100km for the Vauxhall Vivaro. That’s a difference of about 1.4 kWh/100km.

Transit Custom Bus

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Ford Transit Custom Bus offers slightly more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 38 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Transit Custom Bus delivers markedly more torque with 630 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 230 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 9 people.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Transit Custom Bus is slightly 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.

from £50,800
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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The Opel Vivaro is a workhorse with a surprisingly civilised demeanour, blending rugged practicality with enough style and comfort to keep drivers happy on any job. With clever packaging and sensible features that simplify loading, commuting and family duties, it’s the no-nonsense van for buyers who want functionality without the fuss — honest, dependable and just smart enough to make the day easier.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
33,200 - 45,700 £
Price
50,800 - 63,000 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
23.7 - 23.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
22.3 - 26.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
222 - 350 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 184 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van, Bus
Body Type
Bus
Seats
3 - 9
Seats
9
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,722 - 2,241 kg
Curb weight
-
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,920 mm
Width
2,032 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
872 - 1,226 kg
Payload
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Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
120 - 180 HP
Power HP
136 - 218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 14.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
260 - 400 Nm
Torque
415 - 630 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
88 - 132 kW
Power kW
100 - 160 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 2,184 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
Ford
Is the Vauxhall Vivaro offered with different drivetrains?

The Vauxhall Vivaro is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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