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Welcome to the Hyundai iLoad Vs Ford Transit Custom comparison and showroom review for 2020. Based on our past comparisons we like the Ford Transit for a number of reasons, so as part of our commercial van comparison series put it up against the Hyundai iLoad. The iLoad has been around for about 13 years with the only update being to the front end facelift in 2018. In comparison the Transit Custom in the current model has only been in service since 2015.
Hyundai iLoad Vs Ford Transit exterior comparison: The Hyundai iLoad is an older looking van even with the front end face lift 12 months ago. In comparison the Ford Transit looks modern and sporty due to it’s sleeker lines. We like the Transit’s rear end light treatment which shows that you don’t need to do too much to ‘decorate a box’ and that you don’t need to do too much to differentiate it from competitors. The Transit Sport model in particular is arguably the best looking commercial van currently on sale.
Hyundai iLoad Vs Ford Transit interior comparison: Being the smallest Transit in the range the Transit Custom has lots of space, more than the iLoad. There is a longer wheelbase Transit Custom if you want extra space. The dimensions are deceptive as Hyundai measures bigger than the Transit yet has less space. The iLoad’s interior is car like and not particularly passenger class standard in 2020. It’s still nice place for the driver but not as nice as the Transit. The Transit has standout storage which is perfect for couriers and #vanlifers.
Hyundai iLoad Vs Ford Transit engines and technology comparison: We won’t keep repeating the same thing, the Transit has class leading tech, including safety systems and engines although they do resort to turbo tuning for the sport model. There is no excuse for Hyundai to do the same thing but only for a manual transmission vs the Automatic. If your manual transmission can’t take the same power don’t offer one it doesn’t do anything positive for your durability image. Turbo tuning should be banned. Unseen tech also makes the Transit able to have bigger box for the cargo area deserves to be noted.
The conclusion and winner of the Hyundai iLoad Vs Ford Transit Custom comparison is the Ford Transit. You get so many more useful features for the driver in the Transit that it is clear they listened to its primary buyers. In comparison the Hyundai iLoad was clearly not designed as a commercial van in the first place unless it’s designers weren’t listening or rather we know via Hyundai’s seeming design motto of doing things a cheaply as possible. Hence you get the passenger van driver’s area which is still unfortunately quite ordinary. It’s diesel engine was a standout when released but everyone else has caught up. In the end and due purely to the model’s history, the Ford Transit’s long term durability is the biggest question mark. Finally, we really don’t understand why empty vans are so heavy and cost so much to buy?
| Hyundai iLoad | Ford Transit Custom |
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| Engines | |
| 4 Cylinder Turbo Diesel 2.5 Litre (2497cc) Manual WGT CR DI DOHC 16 Valve Claimed 100Kw @ 3800 RPM Claimed 343Nm @ 1500-2500 RPM Or Auto WGT CR DI DOHC 16 Valve Claimed 125Kw @ 3400 RPM Claimed 441Nm @ 2000-2250 RPM |
4 Cylinder Turbo Diesel (Adblue) 2.0 Litre (1999cc) Manual WGT CR DI DOHC 16 Valve Claimed 125Kw @ 3500 RPM Claimed 390Nm @ 1500 RPM or Claimed 136Kw @ 3500 RPM Claimed 405Nm @ 1500 RPM |
| Weight | |
| Kerb weight FROM 2062Kg Load carrying 1200 Kg Towing capacity up to 1500kg |
Kerb weight FROM 2070 Kg Load carrying 1300 Kg Towing capacity up to 2000kg |
| Fuel capacity & consumption | |
| Up to 75 litres IL4 2.5 Diesel 7.6 lts per 100km (Manual) IL4 2.5 Diesel 8.8 lts per 100km (Auto) |
Up to 72 litres Up to 21 lines of Adblue IL4 2.0 Diesel 7.6 lts per 100km |
| Other specifications | |
| 6 speed manual or 5 speed Auto Overall height/width 1935/1920 Overall length/wheelbase 5150/3200 4WD system: None – Rear wheel drive ANCAP Safety: x/5 |
6 speed manual or 6 0r 10 speed Auto Overall height/width 1975/2080 Overall length/wheelbase 4973-5340/2933-3300 4WD system: None – Front wheel drive ANCAP Safety: 5/5 |
| Capability | |
| Angle of: (degrees) Approach xx Departure xx Breakover xx Ground clearance (unloaded) 190 mm Water Fording depth xxmm Max |
Angle of: (degrees) Approach xx Departure xx Breakover xx Ground clearance (unloaded) 195 mm Water Fording depth xxmm Max |
| Load Dimensions | |
| SWB: 2375L x 1620W x 1340H Between wheel arches: 1272 Volume: 4.4 Cubic meters |
SWB: 2554L x 1775W x 1405H LWB: 2921L x 1775W x 1405H Between wheel arches: 1390 Volume: 6.0 Cubic meters |
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| Pricing | |
| 2020 $39,990 – 44,750 AUD *Always check with the dealer for up to date pricing, specifications, on-road costs, accessories and specials etc |
2020 $44,390 – 54,990 AUD *Always check with the dealer for up to date pricing, specifications, on-road costs, accessories and specials etc.. everything as usual is subject to change!! |