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Ford Tourneo Courier vs VW Arteon comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (21,800 £ vs 43,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Tourneo Courier or VW Arteon?

Ford Tourneo Courier vs VW Arteon: Key differences

Ford Tourneo Courier

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • marginally lighter
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VW Arteon

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • barely more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Tourneo Courier

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Ford Tourneo Courier is considerably cheaper – starting at 21,800 £ , while the VW Arteon costs 43,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,467 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Arteon uses 5.1 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Ford Tourneo Courier with 6.6 L/100km. The difference is about 1.5 L/100km.

Arteon

Engine and Performance:

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 Arteon offers significantly more power – delivering 320 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 184 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Arteon delivers noticeably more torque with 420 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm more.

Tourneo Courier

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Tourneo Courier is marginally lighter – 1,517 kg compared to 1,607 kg. The difference is around 90 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Arteon offers barely more boot space – 590 L compared to 570 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Arteon carries a bit more – 569 kg compared to 483 kg. That’s a difference of about 86 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Arteon 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.

from £43,300
Arteon

VW Arteon

  • Engine Type Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 320 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.1 - 8.6 L/100km
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Ford Tourneo Courier

The Ford Tourneo Courier is a cheeky, compact people carrier that turns urban errands into a pleasure, thanks to a spacious, cleverly packaged cabin and genuinely practical storage everywhere you look. It drives with reassuringly car-like manners, so the ride is comfy for school runs and shopping trips, and sensible touches like fold-flat seats, a high driving position and plentiful cubbies make it a smart, fuss-free choice for small families and weekend haulers.

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Reviews Ford Tourneo Courier

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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Ongenaet
4 Jul 2026, 18:46:09

Nice car, lots of space inside and a practical car for everyday use.

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VW Arteon

The VW Arteon cuts a fastback silhouette that manages to look more expensive than it is, with a cabin that feels calm, roomy and smartly finished. It blends relaxed long distance comfort with a touch of sporting poise, making it a clever choice for buyers who want grand touring polish without shouting for attention.

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VW Arteon

Costs and Consumption
Price
21,800 - 35,000 £
Price
43,300 - 60,800 £
Consumption L/100km
6.6 - 6.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
320 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 151 g/km
co2
133 - 195 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,517 - 1,545 kg
Curb weight
1,607 - 1,773 kg
Trunk capacity
570 L
Trunk capacity
590 L
Length
-
Length
4,866 mm
Width
1,800 - 1,813 mm
Width
1,871 mm
Height
-
Height
1,434 - 1,451 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,632 L
Payload
480 - 483 kg
Payload
467 - 569 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
125 - 136 HP
Power HP
150 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Torque
170 - 290 Nm
Torque
320 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
92 - 100 kW
Power kW
110 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,968 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
Brand
Ford
Brand
VW
Is the Ford Tourneo Courier offered with different drivetrains?

The Ford Tourneo Courier is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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