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Ford Transit Courier vs VW Caddy - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (136 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (18900 £ vs 27800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Courier or VW Caddy?

Ford Transit Courier

VW Caddy

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

Transit Courier

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Ford Transit Courier has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 18900 £ , while the VW Caddy costs 27800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8838 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Caddy manages with 0.50 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Ford Transit Courier with 5.10 L. The difference is about 4.60 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Ford Transit Courier performs significantly better – achieving up to 293 km, about 172 km more than the VW Caddy.

Caddy

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the VW Caddy has a minimal edge – offering 150 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Caddy pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 320 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm difference.

Transit 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.

Seats: VW Caddy offers noticeable more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Ford Transit Courier is noticeable lighter – 1230 kg compared to 1575 kg. The difference is around 345 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Caddy performs noticeable better – up to 3700 L, which is about 800 L more than the Ford Transit Courier.

Maximum payload is identical – both can carry up to 710 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Caddy sits well ahead of its rival 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 Transit Courier
VW Caddy

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from about £27,800
Caddy

VW Caddy

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.5 - 6.9 L
  • Electric Range : 116 - 121 km

Ford Transit Courier

The Ford Transit Courier is a compact, city-friendly van that hides surprising practicality behind a neat, no-nonsense exterior. Ideal for small businesses and urban runs, it pairs easy maneuverability and clever load solutions with a colleague-friendly driving position — proof that you don't need a giant van to get big jobs done.

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VW Caddy

The VW Caddy is the Swiss-army knife of compact vans — practical, surprisingly refined, and ready to swap a weekend adventure for a grocery run without breaking a sweat. It’s user-friendly, comfortable enough for daily driving, and sensible for buyers who want utility with a dash of style and no drama.

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Ford Transit Courier
VW Caddy

Costs and Consumption

Price
18900 - 31100 £
Price
27800 - 45900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
17.10 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
293 km
Electric Range
116 - 121 km
Battery Capacity
43.50 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
0 - 158 g/km
co2
10 - 165 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 - 45 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
3 - 5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1230 - 1549 kg
Curb weight
1575 - 1998 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4337 - 4344 mm
Length
4500 - 4853 mm
Width
1800 - 1813 mm
Width
1855 mm
Height
1819 - 1839 mm
Height
1819 - 1860 mm
Max trunk capacity
2400 - 2900 L
Max trunk capacity
2556 - 3700 L
Payload
529 - 710 kg
Payload
501 - 710 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 136 HP
Power HP
102 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 14 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
173 - 186 km/h
Torque
170 - 290 Nm
Torque
220 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 100 kW
Power kW
75 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1499 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, A, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
Ford
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Ford Transit Courier?

The Ford Transit Courier is available as Front-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.