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MINI Aceman vs VW Transporter Bus comparison
Compare performance (258 HP vs 286 HP), boot space and price (27,000 £ vs 41,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI Aceman or VW Transporter Bus?
MINI Aceman vs VW Transporter Bus: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Aceman
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.
MINI Aceman is considerably cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the VW Transporter Bus costs 41,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,478 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the MINI Aceman is significantly more efficient: consuming 14.1 kWh/100km compared to 22.4 kWh/100km for the VW Transporter Bus. That’s a difference of about 8.3 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the MINI Aceman offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 355 km, about 31 km more than the VW Transporter Bus.
Transporter Bus
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 VW Transporter Bus offers barely more power – delivering 286 HP compared to 258 HP. That’s roughly 28 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MINI Aceman is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 6.4 s, while the VW Transporter Bus takes 7.4 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Transporter Bus delivers moderately more torque with 415 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 65 Nm more.
Aceman
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: VW Transporter Bus offers more seats – 8 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, MINI Aceman is a bit lighter – 1,720 kg compared to 1,998 kg. The difference is around 278 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VW Transporter Bus offers considerably more boot space – 763 L compared to 300 L. That’s a difference of about 463 L.
When it comes to payload, the VW Transporter Bus carries clearly more – 1,143 kg compared to 530 kg. That’s a difference of about 613 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The VW Transporter Bus comes out modestly ahead 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 £41,500
VW Transporter Bus
MINI Aceman
VW Transporter Bus
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MINI Aceman
The MINI Aceman squeezes classic MINI charm into a sharper, more crossover-ready shape, trading some of the old curves for grown-up practicality while keeping the wink-and-grin personality buyers crave. Inside it's a surprisingly premium, customizable cabin that feels clever rather than cluttered, and on the road the Aceman is eager and nimble — ideal for city dwellers who want an SUV silhouette with proper fun behind the wheel.
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VW Transporter Bus
The 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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MINI Aceman
VW Transporter Bus
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
27,000 - 36,400 £
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Price
41,500 - 85,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 9.2 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 16 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.4 - 24.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
309 - 355 km
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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
0 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
SUV
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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
1,720 - 1,825 kg
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Curb weight
1,998 - 2,620 kg
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Trunk capacity
300 L
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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
1,754 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
450 - 530 kg
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Payload
330 - 1,143 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
184 - 258 HP
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Power HP
110 - 286 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.9 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
290 - 350 Nm
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Torque
310 - 415 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
135 - 190 kW
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Power kW
81 - 210 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,488 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F, B, A
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Brand
MINI
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Brand
VW
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