Head to head
Fiat Professional Doblo vs Ford Transit Custom
The Fiat Professional Doblo takes loads 84cm (2.5ft) longer. The Ford Transit Custom holds 1.4 cubic metres more.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Load length: the Fiat Professional Doblo takes loads 84cm (2.5ft) longer.
- Load volume: the Ford Transit Custom holds 1.4 cubic metres more.
Specifications side by side
| Fiat Professional Doblo | Ford Transit Custom | |
|---|---|---|
| Load volume | 4.4 m3 | 5.8 m3 (L1H1); 6.8 m3 (L2H1) |
| Load length | 3.44 m | 2602 mm (L1H1); 3002 mm (L2H1) |
| Payload | 1 ton | 1079-1207 kg (300 L1H1); 1262-1361 kg (320 L2H1) |
| Gross weight | - | 3225 kg (320 derivative) |
| Towing capacity | - | 2500-2800 kg (diesel) |
Sources: Fiat Professional Doblo, Ford Transit Custom. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Doblo if...
- you want one that takes loads 84cm (2.5ft) longer
A compact van for tradespeople, couriers and maintenance crews who need a small footprint for town work but still want to carry long items. It suits van hire for tools, parts and light deliveries.
Full Doblo specifications →Buy or hire the Custom if...
- you want one that holds 1.4 cubic metres more
The Transit Custom is the van most UK hire firms stock as their default medium van, and its L1/L2 length and 280/300/320 weight choices cover most trade and removals jobs without stepping up to a large van.
Full Custom specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Fiat Professional Doblo and the Ford Transit Custom?
The Fiat Professional Doblo takes loads 84cm (2.5ft) longer. The Ford Transit Custom holds 1.4 cubic metres more. The Fiat Professional Doblo is a compact panel van with load-through bulkhead, diesel or electric (E-Doblo); the Ford Transit Custom is a medium panel van, Ford's best-selling UK van and the segment benchmark for self-drive hire..
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