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Ford Tourneo Custom vs VW Touran – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Two cars, one duel: Ford Tourneo Custom meets VW Touran.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

Ford Tourneo Custom

VW Touran

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

Tourneo Custom @ Ford Motor Company / Ford Media Center

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

VW Touran has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 35400 £, while the Ford Tourneo Custom costs 45700 £. That’s a price difference of around 10352 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Ford Tourneo Custom manages with 4.10 L and is therefore clearly perceptible more efficient than the VW Touran with 5.20 L. The difference is about 1.10 L per 100 km.

Touran @ Volkswagen AG / VW Media

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 Ford Tourneo Custom has a decisively edge – offering 286 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 136 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the VW Touran performs distinct better – reaching 209 km/h, while the Ford Tourneo Custom tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 59 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Tourneo Custom pulls a bit stronger with 415 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 55 Nm difference.

Tourneo Custom @ Ford Motor Company / Ford Media Center

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: Ford Tourneo Custom offers distinct more seating capacity – 8 vs 5.

In curb weight, VW Touran is significantly lighter – 1520 kg compared to 2453 kg. The difference is around 933 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Touran offers hardly perceptible more room – 834 L compared to 819 L. That’s a difference of about 15 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Touran performs noticeable better – up to 1980 L, which is about 626 L more than the Ford Tourneo Custom.

When it comes to payload, Ford Tourneo Custom noticeable takes the win – 847 kg compared to 601 kg. That’s a difference of about 246 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Ford Tourneo Custom 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.

Ford Tourneo Custom
VW Touran

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from about £45,700
Tourneo Custom @ Ford Motor Company / Ford Media Center

Ford Tourneo Custom

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 - 286 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.1 - 8.6 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 24.2 - 25.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 49 - 307 km

Ford Tourneo Custom

The Ford Tourneo Custom is a practical and polished people‑carrier that turns hauling crew and weekend kit into something surprisingly pleasant, with a composed ride and a cabin built for real life rather than showroom gloss. With clever storage, flexible seating and tech that keeps everyone happy on the road, it’s the sensible choice for families or businesses that want function without sacrificing a bit of style — the van that learnt how to be nice to live with.

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VW Touran

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The VW Touran is a sensible family people‑carrier that mixes practical packaging with tidy, German-built refinement, making everyday life with kids and shopping feel a lot less chaotic. If you want a reliable, no-nonsense companion that drives with surprising poise and values usefulness over flash, the Touran is a very persuasive choice.

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Ford Tourneo Custom
VW Touran
Tourneo Custom @ Ford Motor Company / Ford Media Center
Touran @ Volkswagen AG / VW Media

Costs and Consumption

Price
45700 - 67800 £
Price
35400 - 43900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.1 - 8.6 L
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
24.2 - 25.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
49 - 307 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
11.8 - 64 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 226 g/km
co2
136 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 - 63 L
Fuel tank capacity
58 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
MPV
Seats
8
Seats
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2453 - 2707 kg
Curb weight
1520 - 1631 kg
Trunk capacity
672 - 819 L
Trunk capacity
834 L
Length
5050 - 5450 mm
Length
4527 mm
Width
2032 mm
Width
1829 mm
Height
1958 - 1959 mm
Height
1668 mm
Max trunk capacity
1045 - 1354 L
Max trunk capacity
1980 L
Payload
620 - 847 kg
Payload
590 - 601 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 286 HP
Power HP
122 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
150 km/h
Max Speed
195 - 209 km/h
Torque
360 - 415 Nm
Torque
250 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 210 kW
Power kW
90 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1996 - 2488 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Ford
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Ford Tourneo Custom have?

The Ford Tourneo Custom is available as Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive or Rear-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.

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