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Mitsubishi ASX vs VW Transporter Bus comparison

Compare performance (158 HP vs 286 HP), boot space and price (21,800 £ vs 41,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mitsubishi ASX or VW Transporter Bus?

Mitsubishi ASX vs VW Transporter Bus: Key differences

Mitsubishi ASX

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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VW Transporter Bus

  • substantially more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space
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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

ASX

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mitsubishi ASX is substantially cheaper – starting at 21,800 £ , while the VW Transporter Bus costs 41,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,716 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Transporter Bus uses 0.8 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mitsubishi ASX with 4.3 L/100km. The difference is about 3.5 L/100km.

Transporter Bus

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.

When it comes to engine power, the VW Transporter Bus offers substantially more power – delivering 286 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 128 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Transporter Bus is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Mitsubishi ASX takes 8.9 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Transporter Bus delivers considerably more torque with 415 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 170 Nm more.

ASX

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: VW Transporter Bus offers more seats – 8 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Mitsubishi ASX is substantially lighter – 1,296 kg compared to 1,998 kg. The difference is around 702 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Transporter Bus offers markedly more boot space – 763 L compared to 484 L. That’s a difference of about 279 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Transporter Bus carries substantially more – 1,143 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 698 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Transporter Bus 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.

from £41,500
Transporter Bus

VW Transporter Bus

  • Engine Type Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 110 - 286 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 0.8 - 9.2 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 22.4 - 24.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 87 - 324 km
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Mitsubishi ASX

The Mitsubishi ASX is a compact crossover that mixes practicality with a no-nonsense personality, making it an easy choice for buyers who want sensible space without the showroom theatrics. It won't set your pulse racing, but its composed ride and user-friendly kit make it a dependable companion for daily errands and weekend escapes — reliable rather than flashy.

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Reviews Mitsubishi ASX

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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Jaca
15 Apr 2026, 15:55:53

A super-sporty compact crossover — raised ground clearance, drives light and enjoyable, very pleasant, well-insulated interior. Perfect size of car for me.

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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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VW Transporter Bus

Costs and Consumption
Price
21,800 - 32,700 £
Price
41,500 - 85,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 9.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.4 - 24.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
87 - 324 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
co2
99 - 136 g/km
co2
0 - 229 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 60 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 8
Doors
-
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1,296 - 1,493 kg
Curb weight
1,998 - 2,620 kg
Trunk capacity
348 - 484 L
Trunk capacity
0 - 763 L
Length
-
Length
4,973 - 5,450 mm
Width
1,797 mm
Width
1,941 - 2,032 mm
Height
-
Height
1,907 - 1,997 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
3,672 - 4,005 L
Payload
397 - 445 kg
Payload
330 - 1,143 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Power HP
110 - 286 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 12.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
112 - 200 km/h
Torque
190 - 245 Nm
Torque
310 - 415 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Power kW
81 - 210 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,789 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,488 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F, B, A
Brand
Mitsubishi
Brand
VW
Is the Mitsubishi ASX offered with different drivetrains?

The Mitsubishi ASX is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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