Compare performance (150 HP vs 286 HP), boot space and price (27,300 £ vs 41,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Tourneo Connect or VW Transporter Bus?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Ford Tourneo Connect is clearly cheaper – starting at 27,300 £ , while the VW Transporter Bus costs 41,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,136 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Tourneo Connect uses 0.5 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the VW Transporter Bus with 0.8 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.
As for electric range, the VW Transporter Bus offers substantially more range – reaching up to 324 km, about 205 km more than the Ford Tourneo Connect.
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 VW Transporter Bus offers clearly more power – delivering 286 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 136 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Transporter Bus is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Ford Tourneo Connect takes 10.1 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Transporter Bus delivers a bit more torque with 415 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 65 Nm more.
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 Tourneo Connect is visibly lighter – 1,542 kg compared to 1,998 kg. The difference is around 456 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Ford Tourneo Connect offers substantially more boot space – 1,720 L compared to 763 L. That’s a difference of about 957 L.
When it comes to payload, the VW Transporter Bus carries clearly more – 1,143 kg compared to 818 kg. That’s a difference of about 325 kg.
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.
The Ford Tourneo Connect is a practical, surprisingly polished people-mover that balances family-friendly flexibility with car-like driving manners. With clever storage, sliding doors and a bright, airy cabin it’s a smart choice for buyers who want sensible versatility without sacrificing everyday comfort — and it’s oddly enjoyable to drive for its size.
detailsThe 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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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
27,300 - 41,900 £
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Price
41,500 - 85,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 9.2 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.4 - 24.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
116 - 119 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
11 - 164 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
High Roof Estate
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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
1,542 - 1,781 kg
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Curb weight
1,998 - 2,620 kg
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Trunk capacity
1,213 - 1,720 L
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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
1,855 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
563 - 818 kg
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Payload
330 - 1,143 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
102 - 150 HP
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Power HP
110 - 286 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.1 - 13.5 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
220 - 350 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
75 - 110 kW
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Power kW
81 - 210 kW
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,488 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F
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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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