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BYD ETP3 vs VW Transporter Transporter comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 286 HP), boot space and price (31,600 £ vs 37,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD ETP3 or VW Transporter Transporter?

BYD ETP3 vs VW Transporter Transporter: Key differences

BYD ETP3

  • slightly cheaper
  • somewhat lighter

VW Transporter Transporter

  • clearly more power
  • visibly more electric range

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

ETP3

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

BYD ETP3 is slightly cheaper – starting at 31,600 £ , while the VW Transporter Transporter costs 37,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,895 £.

As for electric range, the VW Transporter Transporter offers visibly more range – reaching up to 331 km, about 98 km more than the BYD ETP3.

Transporter Transporter

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 Transporter offers clearly more power – delivering 286 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 150 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the VW Transporter Transporter is markedly faster – reaching 150 km/h, while the BYD ETP3 tops out at 100 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Transporter Transporter delivers clearly more torque with 415 Nm compared to 180 Nm. That’s about 235 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: VW Transporter Transporter offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, BYD ETP3 is somewhat lighter – 1,640 kg compared to 1,872 kg. The difference is around 232 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Transporter Transporter carries clearly more – 1,259 kg compared to 780 kg. That’s a difference of about 479 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Transporter Transporter is clearly superior overall 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 £37,500
Transporter Transporter

VW Transporter Transporter

  • Engine Type : Diesel, 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 : 7.1 - 8.4 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 21.9 - 24.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 56 - 331 km
BYD ETP3
VW Transporter Transporter

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BYD ETP3

The BYD ETP3 is a smart, no-nonsense electric offering that blends everyday practicality with a quietly modern design that won’t embarrass you in the supermarket car park. It’s ideal for buyers after fuss-free electric mobility — efficient, clever and just playful enough to make city driving a little more fun.

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VW Transporter Transporter

The VW Transporter is the workhorse of the modern tradesman, blending practical cleverness with a cabin that's actually pleasant to spend a long day in. It may not steal the style spotlight, but its unshowy durability, clever load solutions and easy-to-live-with character make it a sensible pick for businesses and weekend projects alike.

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BYD ETP3
VW Transporter Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
31,600 £
Price
37,500 - 60,800 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 24.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
233 km
Electric Range
56 - 331 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 220 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
2
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1,640 kg
Curb weight
1,872 - 2,462 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,460 mm
Length
5,050 - 5,450 mm
Width
1,720 mm
Width
2,032 mm
Height
1,875 mm
Height
1,966 - 1,985 mm
Max trunk capacity
3,500 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
780 kg
Payload
755 - 1,259 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
-
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 HP
Power HP
110 - 286 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
Max Speed
100 km/h
Max Speed
112 - 150 km/h
Torque
180 Nm
Torque
310 - 415 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 kW
Power kW
81 - 210 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,488 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
BYD
Brand
VW
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