Compare performance (286 HP vs 286 HP), boot space and price (62,300 £ vs 41,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen or VW Transporter Bus?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
VW Transporter Bus is considerably cheaper – starting at 41,500 £ , while the Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen costs 62,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,784 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Transporter Bus uses 0.8 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen with 10.5 L/100km. The difference is about 9.7 L/100km.
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.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Transporter Bus is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen takes 8.8 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen delivers markedly more torque with 550 Nm compared to 415 Nm. That’s about 135 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: VW Transporter Bus offers more seats – 8 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, VW Transporter Bus is markedly lighter – 1,998 kg compared to 2,678 kg. The difference is around 680 kg.
When it comes to payload, the VW Transporter Bus carries noticeably more – 1,143 kg compared to 822 kg. That’s a difference of about 321 kg.
The VW Transporter Bus is clearly superior 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.
The Ineos Grenadier is a proper, no-nonsense Geländewagen that looks and behaves like it was designed by people who prefer utility over fashion, ready to tackle mud, gravel and the odd awkward parking spot with equal confidence. It swaps showroom polish for rugged honesty and practical thinking, appealing to buyers who want a modern Defender alternative that feels more workhorse than luxury toy.
detailsThe VW Transporter is the Swiss Army knife of vans — rugged, practical and surprisingly civilized on the road, whether you’re hauling kit for a job or converting it into a weekend camper. It isn’t trying to be glamorous, but its blend of durability, clever packaging and familiar VW charm makes it a sensible choice for buyers who need space without sacrificing driveability.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
62,300 - 129,200 £
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Price
41,500 - 85,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
10.5 - 14.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 9.2 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.4 - 24.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
87 - 324 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
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co2
276 - 325 g/km
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co2
0 - 229 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 60 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Off-Roader
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
5
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Seats
4 - 8
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Doors
-
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Doors
4 - 5
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Curb weight
2,678 - 2,753 kg
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Curb weight
1,998 - 2,620 kg
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Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
0 - 763 L
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Length
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Length
4,973 - 5,450 mm
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Width
1,930 mm
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Width
1,941 - 2,032 mm
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Height
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Height
1,907 - 1,997 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
3,672 - 4,005 L
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Payload
747 - 822 kg
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Payload
330 - 1,143 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
249 - 286 HP
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Power HP
110 - 286 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 9.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
112 - 200 km/h
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Torque
450 - 550 Nm
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Torque
310 - 415 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
183 - 210 kW
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Power kW
81 - 210 kW
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Engine capacity
2,993 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,488 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F, B, A
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Brand
Ineos
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Brand
VW
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