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Ford Transit Custom Transporter vs VW Caddy - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (286 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (36300 £ vs 27800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Custom Transporter or VW Caddy?
Transit Custom Transporter
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
VW Caddy has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 27800 £ , while the Ford Transit Custom Transporter costs 36300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8502 £.
Caddy
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 Transit Custom Transporter has a clearly edge – offering 286 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 136 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Caddy is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 11.40 s, while the Ford Transit Custom Transporter takes 13.40 s. That’s about 2 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the VW Caddy performs slightly better – reaching 186 km/h, while the Ford Transit Custom Transporter tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 36 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Transit Custom Transporter pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 415 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 95 Nm difference.
Transit Custom Transporter
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: VW Caddy offers a bit more seating capacity – 7 vs 6.
In curb weight, VW Caddy is evident lighter – 1575 kg compared to 1893 kg. The difference is around 318 kg.
In maximum load capacity, the Ford Transit Custom Transporter performs decisively better – up to 6800 L, which is about 3100 L more than the VW Caddy.
When it comes to payload, Ford Transit Custom Transporter clearly takes the win – 1332 kg compared to 710 kg. That’s a difference of about 622 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Ford Transit Custom Transporter is far ahead overall 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 Custom Transporter
VW Caddy
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Ford Transit Custom Transporter
Ford Transit Custom Transporter
The Transit Custom is a clever, no-nonsense workhorse that blends roomy practicality with surprisingly car-like driving manners, so your workday feels less like a chore and more like efficient transport. With a sensible interior, smart storage and tidy handling, it’s the kind of van that makes owners smile while they get on with the job — reliable, unfussy and built to keep moving.
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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 Custom Transporter
VW Caddy
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
36300 - 71100 £
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Price
27800 - 45900 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
116 - 121 km
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Battery Capacity
11.8 - 64 kWh
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
10 - 165 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
55 - 63 L
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Seats
3 - 6
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Seats
5 - 7
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1893 - 2122 kg
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Curb weight
1575 - 1998 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
5050 - 5450 mm
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Length
4500 - 4853 mm
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Width
2032 mm
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Width
1855 mm
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Height
1958 - 1959 mm
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Height
1819 - 1860 mm
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Max trunk capacity
5800 - 6800 L
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Max trunk capacity
2556 - 3700 L
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Payload
802 - 1332 kg
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Payload
501 - 710 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, CVT
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
110 - 286 HP
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Power HP
102 - 150 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.4 - 16.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 14 s
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Max Speed
110 - 150 km/h
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Max Speed
173 - 186 km/h
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Torque
310 - 415 Nm
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Torque
220 - 320 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
81 - 210 kW
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Power kW
75 - 110 kW
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Engine capacity
1996 - 2488 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2024
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
VW
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What drive types are available for the Ford Transit Custom Transporter?
The Ford Transit Custom Transporter is available as Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive or All-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.