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Ford Puma vs VW Transporter Bus comparison
Compare performance (168 HP vs 286 HP), boot space and price (23,900 £ vs 41,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Puma or VW Transporter Bus?
Ford Puma vs VW Transporter Bus: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Puma
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Ford Puma is clearly cheaper – starting at 23,900 £ , while the VW Transporter Bus costs 41,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,564 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Transporter Bus uses 0.8 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Ford Puma with 5.4 L/100km. The difference is about 4.6 L/100km.
In terms of energy consumption, the Ford Puma is significantly more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 22.4 kWh/100km for the VW Transporter Bus. That’s a difference of about 9.4 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Ford Puma offers visibly more range – reaching up to 417 km, about 93 km more than the VW Transporter Bus.
Transporter Bus
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 offers substantially more power – delivering 286 HP compared to 168 HP. That’s roughly 118 HP more horsepower.
Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 7.4 s from 0 to 100 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Transporter Bus delivers markedly more torque with 415 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 125 Nm more.
Puma
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 5.
In terms of curb weight, Ford Puma is substantially lighter – 1,316 kg compared to 1,998 kg. The difference is around 682 kg.
When it comes to payload, the VW Transporter Bus carries substantially more – 1,143 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 674 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The VW Transporter Bus is far ahead 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 £41,500
VW Transporter Bus
Ford Puma
VW Transporter Bus
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Ford Puma
The Ford Puma blends sporty styling with practical everyday usability, making it a smart choice for drivers who want flair without sacrificing versatility. Its engaging driving character and clever interior packaging give it a more dynamic and useful feel than many rivals.
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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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Ford Puma
VW Transporter Bus
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
23,900 - 36,300 £
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Price
41,500 - 85,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 9.2 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 13.7 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.4 - 24.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
404 - 417 km
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Electric Range
87 - 324 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
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co2
0 - 135 g/km
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co2
0 - 229 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 60 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
5
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Seats
4 - 8
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Doors
-
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Doors
4 - 5
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Curb weight
1,316 - 1,563 kg
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Curb weight
1,998 - 2,620 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
0 - 763 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,973 - 5,450 mm
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Width
1,805 mm
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Width
1,941 - 2,032 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,907 - 1,997 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
3,672 - 4,005 L
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Payload
367 - 469 kg
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Payload
330 - 1,143 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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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
125 - 168 HP
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Power HP
110 - 286 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
112 - 200 km/h
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Torque
170 - 290 Nm
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Torque
310 - 415 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
92 - 124 kW
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Power kW
81 - 210 kW
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Engine capacity
999 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,488 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F, B, A
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
VW
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