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Alpine A110 vs VW Transporter Bus comparison

Compare performance (345 HP vs 286 HP), boot space and price (55,200 £ vs 41,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alpine A110 or VW Transporter Bus?

Alpine A110 vs VW Transporter Bus: Key differences

Alpine A110

  • moderately more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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VW Transporter Bus

  • noticeably cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW Transporter Bus is noticeably cheaper – starting at 41,500 £ , while the Alpine A110 costs 55,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,764 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Transporter Bus uses 0.8 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Alpine A110 with 6.7 L/100km. The difference is about 5.9 L/100km.

Transporter 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 Alpine A110 offers moderately more power – delivering 345 HP compared to 286 HP. That’s roughly 59 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Alpine A110 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the VW Transporter Bus takes 7.4 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Alpine A110 delivers marginally more torque with 420 Nm compared to 415 Nm. That’s about 5 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 2.

In terms of curb weight, Alpine A110 is clearly lighter – 1,150 kg compared to 1,998 kg. The difference is around 848 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Transporter Bus offers clearly more boot space – 763 L compared to 96 L. That’s a difference of about 667 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Transporter Bus carries significantly more – 1,143 kg compared to 210 kg. That’s a difference of about 933 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
Alpine A110
VW Transporter Bus

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Alpine A110

The Alpine A110 is a stunning testament to modern automotive design, seamlessly blending performance with elegance. Its lightweight construction contributes to an exhilarating driving experience, making it a true driver's car. With its distinctive styling and agile handling, the A110 captures the spirit of classic sports cars while embracing contemporary technology.

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VW Transporter Bus

The VW Transporter is the Swiss Army knife of vans — rugged, practical and surprisingly civilized on the road, whether you’re hauling kit for a job or converting it into a weekend camper. It isn’t trying to be glamorous, but its blend of durability, clever packaging and familiar VW charm makes it a sensible choice for buyers who need space without sacrificing driveability.

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Alpine A110
VW Transporter Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
55,200 - 282,900 £
Price
41,500 - 85,100 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 9.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
22.4 - 24.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
87 - 324 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
co2
152 - 157 g/km
co2
0 - 229 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Bus
Seats
2
Seats
4 - 8
Doors
-
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1,150 - 1,194 kg
Curb weight
1,998 - 2,620 kg
Trunk capacity
96 L
Trunk capacity
0 - 763 L
Length
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Length
4,973 - 5,450 mm
Width
1,798 mm
Width
1,941 - 2,032 mm
Height
-
Height
1,907 - 1,997 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
3,672 - 4,005 L
Payload
166 - 210 kg
Payload
330 - 1,143 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
252 - 345 HP
Power HP
110 - 286 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 4.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
112 - 200 km/h
Torque
320 - 420 Nm
Torque
310 - 415 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
185 - 254 kW
Power kW
81 - 210 kW
Engine capacity
1,798 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,488 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F, B, A
Brand
Alpine
Brand
VW
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