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Ford Tourneo Custom vs VW Transporter Transporter - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (286 HP vs 286 HP), boot space and price (45700 £ vs 37500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Tourneo Custom or VW Transporter Transporter?

Ford Tourneo Custom

VW Transporter Transporter

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

Tourneo Custom

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

VW Transporter Transporter has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37500 £ , while the Ford Tourneo Custom costs 45700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8232 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Ford Tourneo Custom manages with 4.10 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the VW Transporter Transporter with 7.10 L. The difference is about 3 L per 100 km.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the VW Transporter Transporter: with 21.90 kWh per 100 km, it’s slightly more efficient than the Ford Tourneo Custom with 24.20 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.30 kWh.

As for electric range, the VW Transporter Transporter performs minimal better – achieving up to 331 km, about 24 km more than the Ford Tourneo Custom.

Tourneo Custom

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.

Both models deliver identical power – 286 HP each.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 150 km/h.

Both models offer the same torque – 415 Nm.

Tourneo Custom

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Ford Tourneo Custom offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 8 vs 5.

In curb weight, VW Transporter Transporter is evident lighter – 1872 kg compared to 2453 kg. The difference is around 581 kg.

When it comes to payload, VW Transporter Transporter evident takes the win – 1259 kg compared to 847 kg. That’s a difference of about 412 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Tourneo Custom shows small but noticeable advantages 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.

Ford Tourneo Custom
VW Transporter Transporter

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from about £45,700
Tourneo Custom

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 Transporter Transporter

The VW Transporter is the workhorse of the modern tradesman, blending practical cleverness with a cabin that's actually pleasant to spend a long day in. It may not steal the style spotlight, but its unshowy durability, clever load solutions and easy-to-live-with character make it a sensible pick for businesses and weekend projects alike.

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Ford Tourneo Custom
VW Transporter Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
45700 - 67800 £
Price
37500 - 60800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.1 - 8.6 L
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 8.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
24.2 - 25.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 24.4 kWh
Electric Range
49 - 307 km
Electric Range
56 - 331 km
Battery Capacity
11.8 - 64 kWh
Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
co2
0 - 226 g/km
co2
0 - 220 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 - 63 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
8
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
2453 - 2707 kg
Curb weight
1872 - 2462 kg
Trunk capacity
672 - 819 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5050 - 5450 mm
Length
5050 - 5450 mm
Width
2032 mm
Width
2032 mm
Height
1958 - 1959 mm
Height
1966 - 1985 mm
Max trunk capacity
1045 - 1354 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
620 - 847 kg
Payload
755 - 1259 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 286 HP
Power HP
110 - 286 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
Max Speed
150 km/h
Max Speed
112 - 150 km/h
Torque
360 - 415 Nm
Torque
310 - 415 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 210 kW
Power kW
81 - 210 kW
Engine capacity
1996 - 2488 cm3
Engine capacity
1996 - 2488 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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 shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.