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Abarth 500 595 695 vs VW Transporter Bus comparison

Compare performance (155 HP vs 286 HP), boot space and price (32,600 £ vs 41,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Abarth 500 595 695 or VW Transporter Bus?

Abarth 500 595 695 vs VW Transporter Bus: Key differences

Abarth 500 595 695

  • noticeably cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly lighter

VW Transporter Bus

  • considerably more power
  • somewhat more electric range
  • significantly more trunk space

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

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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.

Abarth 500 595 695 is noticeably cheaper – starting at 32,600 £ , while the VW Transporter Bus costs 41,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,916 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Abarth 500 595 695 is clearly more efficient: consuming 17.1 kWh/100km compared to 22.4 kWh/100km for the VW Transporter Bus. That’s a difference of about 5.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VW Transporter Bus offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 324 km, about 59 km more than the Abarth 500 595 695.

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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 VW Transporter Bus offers considerably more power – delivering 286 HP compared to 155 HP. That’s roughly 131 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Abarth 500 595 695 is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the VW Transporter Bus takes 7.4 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the VW Transporter Bus is markedly faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Abarth 500 595 695 tops out at 155 km/h. The difference is around 45 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Transporter Bus delivers substantially more torque with 415 Nm compared to 235 Nm. That’s about 180 Nm more.

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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: VW Transporter Bus offers more seats – 8 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Abarth 500 595 695 is significantly lighter – 1,410 kg compared to 1,998 kg. The difference is around 588 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Transporter Bus offers significantly more boot space – 763 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 578 L.

For maximum load capacity, the VW Transporter Bus offers considerably more capacity – up to 4,005 L, about 3,455 L more than the Abarth 500 595 695.

When it comes to payload, the VW Transporter Bus carries clearly more – 1,143 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 758 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Transporter 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 £41,500
Transporter Bus

VW Transporter Bus

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 110 - 286 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.8 - 9.2 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 22.4 - 24.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 87 - 324 km
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Abarth 500 595 695

The Abarth 500, particularly in its 595 and 695 renditions, captures the spirit of Italian motoring with its compact yet aggressive design. Known for its lively performance and distinctive styling, this little powerhouse is a joy to drive, offering an engaging experience that appeals to enthusiasts. With its rich motorsport heritage, the Abarth 500 embodies the essence of fun and excitement on both the streets and the race track.

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Abarth 500 595 695
VW Transporter Bus

Costs and Consumption
Price
32,600 - 39,400 £
Price
41,500 - 85,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 9.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.1 - 18.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
22.4 - 24.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
242 - 265 km
Electric Range
87 - 324 km
Battery Capacity
37.8 kWh
Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 229 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 60 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Bus
Seats
4
Seats
4 - 8
Doors
3
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1,410 - 1,435 kg
Curb weight
1,998 - 2,620 kg
Trunk capacity
185 L
Trunk capacity
0 - 763 L
Length
3,673 mm
Length
4,973 - 5,450 mm
Width
1,682 mm
Width
1,941 - 2,032 mm
Height
1,518 mm
Height
1,907 - 1,997 mm
Max trunk capacity
550 L
Max trunk capacity
3,672 - 4,005 L
Payload
370 - 385 kg
Payload
330 - 1,143 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
155 HP
Power HP
110 - 286 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
Max Speed
155 km/h
Max Speed
112 - 200 km/h
Torque
235 Nm
Torque
310 - 415 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
114 kW
Power kW
81 - 210 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,488 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F, B, A
Brand
Abarth
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Abarth 500 595 695 have?

The Abarth 500 595 695 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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