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Renault Master Bus vs Ford Transit Transporter comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 269 HP), boot space and price (36,600 £ vs 67,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Master Bus or Ford Transit Transporter?

Renault Master Bus vs Ford Transit Transporter: Key differences

Renault Master Bus

  • considerably cheaper
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Ford Transit Transporter

  • markedly more power
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Master Bus

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 considerably cheaper – starting at 36,600 £ , while the Ford Transit Transporter costs 67,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30,722 £.

Transit Transporter

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

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.

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

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

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Transit Transporter comes out clearly 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 £67,300
Transit Transporter

Ford Transit Transporter

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 184 - 269 HP
  • Electric Range 341 - 402 km
Renault Master Bus
Ford Transit Transporter

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Dimensions and Body

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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

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
Ford Transit Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
36,600 - 43,200 £
Price
67,300 - 73,000 £
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 10.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
341 - 402 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
227 - 280 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
105 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
6 - 9
Seats
3 - 6
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,189 - 2,361 kg
Curb weight
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Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5,075 - 5,575 mm
Length
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Width
2,070 mm
Width
2,059 mm
Height
2,290 - 2,486 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
2,840 - 4,840 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
939 - 1,254 kg
Payload
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Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
135 - 180 HP
Power HP
184 - 269 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
150 - 165 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
360 - 400 Nm
Torque
430 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
99 - 132 kW
Power kW
135 - 198 kW
Engine capacity
2,299 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Renault
Brand
Ford
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