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Ford Transit Custom Transporter vs VW Transporter Transporter - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (286 HP vs 286 HP), boot space and price (36300 £ vs 37500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Custom Transporter or VW Transporter Transporter?
Transit Custom Transporter
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Ford Transit Custom Transporter has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36300 £ , while the VW Transporter Transporter costs 37500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1254 £.
Transit Custom Transporter
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.
Both models deliver identical power – 286 HP each.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Transporter Transporter is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the Ford Transit Custom Transporter takes 13.40 s. That’s about 6 s faster.
There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 150 km/h.
Both models offer the same torque – 415 Nm.
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Transit Custom Transporter
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 Transit Custom Transporter offers somewhat more seating capacity – 6 vs 5.
In curb weight, VW Transporter Transporter is barely noticeable lighter – 1872 kg compared to 1893 kg. The difference is around 21 kg.
When it comes to payload, Ford Transit Custom Transporter hardly perceptible takes the win – 1332 kg compared to 1259 kg. That’s a difference of about 73 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The VW Transporter Transporter holds a solid 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.
Ford Transit Custom Transporter
VW Transporter Transporter
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from about £37,500
VW Transporter 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 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 Transit Custom Transporter
VW Transporter Transporter
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
36300 - 71100 £
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Price
37500 - 60800 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 8.4 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 24.4 kWh
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
56 - 331 km
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Battery Capacity
11.8 - 64 kWh
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Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 - 220 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
55 - 63 L
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Seats
3 - 6
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Seats
2 - 5
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Doors
4
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Doors
4 - 5
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Curb weight
1893 - 2122 kg
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Curb weight
1872 - 2462 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
5050 - 5450 mm
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Width
2032 mm
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Width
2032 mm
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Height
1958 - 1959 mm
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Height
1966 - 1985 mm
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Max trunk capacity
5800 - 6800 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
802 - 1332 kg
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Payload
755 - 1259 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
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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, Automatic Gearbox
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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, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
110 - 286 HP
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Power HP
110 - 286 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.4 - 16.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
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Max Speed
110 - 150 km/h
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Max Speed
112 - 150 km/h
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Torque
310 - 415 Nm
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Torque
310 - 415 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
81 - 210 kW
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Engine capacity
1996 - 2488 cm3
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Engine capacity
1996 - 2488 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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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.