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Ford Transit Custom Transporter vs VW T-Cross comparison

Compare performance (286 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (49,700 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Custom Transporter or VW T-Cross?

Ford Transit Custom Transporter vs VW T-Cross: Key differences

Ford Transit Custom Transporter

  • clearly more power
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VW T-Cross

4 (5 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
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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

Transit Custom Transporter

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 T-Cross is clearly cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Ford Transit Custom Transporter costs 49,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,280 £.

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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 Ford Transit Custom Transporter offers clearly more power – delivering 286 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 136 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Transit Custom Transporter delivers substantially more torque with 630 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 380 Nm more.

Transit Custom Transporter

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Ford Transit Custom Transporter offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Transit Custom Transporter 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 £49,700
Transit Custom Transporter

Ford Transit Custom Transporter

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 - 286 HP
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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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Reviews Ford Transit Custom Transporter

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VW T-Cross

The VW T-Cross is a small, city-friendly crossover that blends practical packaging with easygoing driving manners and a high seating position for good visibility. It’s a sensible, comfortable choice for buyers who want the convenience and style of an SUV without big compromises.

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4 (5 Reviews)
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Arturo
27 May 2026, 04:19:26

In terms of interior space and driving, the T‑Cross is far superior.

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Monika
12 Feb 2026, 07:34:19

I chose the T‑Cross — more comfortable and roomier inside, especially for adult passengers; bought on the model‑year clearance — running costs work out cheaper even taking into account fuel savings from the Toyota hybrid (planned over five years); I like the space and the VW suited me better — I prefer the view through the front windshield.

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Erasmo Paone
21 Oct 2025, 21:49:59

Very practical, interior space is excellent. Lacks charm, fuel consumption is a bit high.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
49,700 - 77,400 £
Price
21,400 - 32,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
124 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
3 - 6
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
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Curb weight
1,267 - 1,338 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
455 L
Length
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Length
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Width
2,032 mm
Width
1,784 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
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Payload
463 - 480 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 286 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 11.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
415 - 630 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
100 - 210 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Ford
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Ford Transit Custom Transporter?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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