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Renault Trafic Transporter vs Ford Transit Custom Bus comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (38,100 £ vs 50,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Trafic Transporter or Ford Transit Custom Bus?

Renault Trafic Transporter vs Ford Transit Custom Bus: Key differences

Renault Trafic Transporter

  • clearly cheaper
  • barely more efficient
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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

Trafic Transporter

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Renault Trafic Transporter is clearly cheaper – starting at 38,100 £ , while the Ford Transit Custom Bus costs 50,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,699 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Renault Trafic Transporter is barely more efficient: consuming 21.2 kWh/100km compared to 22.3 kWh/100km for the Ford Transit Custom Bus. That’s a difference of about 1.1 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 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 clearly 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 holds a decisive overall lead 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
Renault Trafic Transporter
Ford Transit Custom Bus

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Renault Trafic Transporter

The Renault Trafic is a practical, workhorse transporter that hides thoughtful cabin comfort behind a tough, utilitarian exterior, so you can tackle a busy week without sacrificing sanity. It’s a sensible choice for buyers who want reliability and clever flexibility rather than flash, with just enough character to make daily hauling feel less like a chore.

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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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Renault Trafic Transporter
Ford Transit Custom Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
38,100 - 43,500 £
Price
50,800 - 63,000 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 22.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
22.3 - 26.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
240 - 318 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 184 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Bus
Seats
3 - 6
Seats
9
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,848 - 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
-
Payload
899 - 1,222 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 170 HP
Power HP
136 - 218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 - 13.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
245 - 380 Nm
Torque
415 - 630 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
90 - 125 kW
Power kW
100 - 160 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Renault
Brand
Ford
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