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Dacia Jogger vs VW Transporter Bus – Which model is better for everyday use?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Jogger or VW Transporter Bus?

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.

Dacia Jogger has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 15400 £, while the VW Transporter Bus costs 41500 £. That’s a price difference of around 26058 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Transporter Bus manages with 0.80 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Dacia Jogger with 4.70 L. The difference is about 3.90 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the VW Transporter Bus has a significantly edge – offering 286 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 146 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Transporter Bus is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the Dacia Jogger takes 9.80 s. That’s about 2.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Transporter Bus performs a bit better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Dacia Jogger tops out at 174 km/h. The difference is around 26 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Transporter Bus pulls clearly stronger with 415 Nm compared to 200 Nm. That’s about 215 Nm difference.

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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 a bit more seating capacity – 8 vs 7.

In curb weight, Dacia Jogger is convincingly lighter – 1251 kg compared to 1998 kg. The difference is around 747 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Transporter Bus offers clearly perceptible more room – 763 L compared to 607 L. That’s a difference of about 156 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Transporter Bus performs significantly better – up to 4005 L, which is about 2186 L more than the Dacia Jogger.

When it comes to payload, VW Transporter Bus convincingly takes the win – 1143 kg compared to 582 kg. That’s a difference of about 561 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Transporter Bus shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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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
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 22.4 - 24.9 kWh
  • Electric Range : 87 - 324 km

Dacia Jogger

The Dacia Jogger is a no-nonsense family mover that stretches the idea of value with cavernous practicality and flexible space, perfect for buyers who need a sensible, everyday Swiss Army knife on wheels. It doesn’t try to be glamorous — instead it wins hearts with cheerful thrift, durable materials and honest engineering, giving you useful transport without the pretence.

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VW Transporter Bus

The VW Transporter Bus from Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is a versatile and reliable choice for both business and leisure purposes. It offers ample space and a flexible interior, making it ideal for transporting passengers or goods comfortably. The vehicle combines practicality with modern styling, ensuring it meets the demands of everyday use while maintaining an eye-catching appearance.

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Dacia Jogger
VW Transporter Bus
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Costs and Consumption

Price
15400 - 23400 £
Price
41500 - 85100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 7.8 L
Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 9.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.4 - 24.9 kWh
Electric Range
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Electric Range
87 - 324 km
Battery Capacity
0.60 kWh
Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
co2
105 - 137 g/km
co2
0 - 229 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 50 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
MPV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
4 - 8
Doors
5
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1251 - 1460 kg
Curb weight
1998 - 2620 kg
Trunk capacity
160 - 607 L
Trunk capacity
0 - 763 L
Length
4547 mm
Length
4973 - 5450 mm
Width
1784 mm
Width
1941 - 2032 mm
Height
1674 mm
Height
1907 - 1997 mm
Max trunk capacity
1807 - 1819 L
Max trunk capacity
3672 - 4005 L
Payload
393 - 582 kg
Payload
330 - 1143 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, LPG, Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual 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
91 - 140 HP
Power HP
110 - 286 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.8 - 13.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
Max Speed
167 - 174 km/h
Max Speed
112 - 200 km/h
Torque
160 - 200 Nm
Torque
310 - 415 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
67 - 103 kW
Power kW
81 - 210 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 2488 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F, B, A
Brand
Dacia
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Dacia Jogger have?

The Dacia Jogger is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.