Compare performance (180 HP vs 286 HP), boot space and price (34800 £ vs 37500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen Spacetourer or VW Transporter Transporter?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Citroen Spacetourer has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34800 £ , while the VW Transporter Transporter costs 37500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2690 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Citroen Spacetourer manages with 6.80 L and is therefore barely noticeable more efficient than the VW Transporter Transporter with 7.10 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the VW Transporter Transporter: with 21.90 kWh per 100 km, it’s hardly perceptible more efficient than the Citroen Spacetourer with 23.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.80 kWh.
As for electric range, the Citroen Spacetourer performs barely noticeable better – achieving up to 351 km, about 20 km more than the VW Transporter Transporter.
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 has a noticeable edge – offering 286 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 106 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Transporter Transporter is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the Citroen Spacetourer takes 11 s. That’s about 3.60 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Citroen Spacetourer performs to a small extent better – reaching 185 km/h, while the VW Transporter Transporter tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 35 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: VW Transporter Transporter pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 415 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 15 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Citroen Spacetourer offers decisively more seating capacity – 9 vs 5.
In curb weight, VW Transporter Transporter is minimal lighter – 1872 kg compared to 1953 kg. The difference is around 81 kg.
When it comes to payload, VW Transporter Transporter evident takes the win – 1259 kg compared to 914 kg. That’s a difference of about 345 kg.
The VW Transporter Transporter sits well ahead of its rival 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.
The Citroën SpaceTourer is a quietly practical people carrier that turns the chaos of family transport into a calm, sensible experience. With clever interior packaging and a relaxed ride it makes long trips surprisingly pleasant — even the backseat critics might stop grumbling.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
34800 - 52100 £
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Price
37500 - 60800 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.80 L
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Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 8.4 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
23.7 - 24.4 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 24.4 kWh
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Electric Range
217 - 351 km
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Electric Range
56 - 331 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
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co2
0 - 180 g/km
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co2
0 - 220 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
70 L
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Seats
8 - 9
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Seats
2 - 5
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Doors
5
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Doors
4 - 5
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Curb weight
1953 - 2240 kg
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Curb weight
1872 - 2462 kg
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Trunk capacity
1624 - 2011 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
4983 - 5333 mm
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Length
5050 - 5450 mm
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Width
1920 mm
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Width
2032 mm
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Height
1890 mm
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Height
1966 - 1985 mm
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Max trunk capacity
2700 - 3300 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
850 - 914 kg
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Payload
755 - 1259 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
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Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 - 180 HP
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Power HP
110 - 286 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11 - 12.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
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Max Speed
130 - 185 km/h
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Max Speed
112 - 150 km/h
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Torque
260 - 400 Nm
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Torque
310 - 415 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
100 - 132 kW
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Power kW
81 - 210 kW
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Engine capacity
2184 cm3
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Engine capacity
1996 - 2488 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
VW
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The Citroen Spacetourer is available as Front-Wheel Drive.