Compare performance (136 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (22,900 £ vs 27,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Combo or VW Caddy?
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.
Vauxhall Combo is visibly cheaper – starting at 22,900 £ , while the VW Caddy costs 27,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,882 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Caddy uses 0.5 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Vauxhall Combo with 5.4 L/100km. The difference is about 4.9 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Vauxhall Combo offers clearly more range – reaching up to 345 km, about 224 km more than the VW Caddy.
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 VW Caddy offers very slightly more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Combo is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 11.3 s, while the VW Caddy takes 11.4 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the VW Caddy is clearly faster – reaching 186 km/h, while the Vauxhall Combo tops out at 135 km/h. The difference is around 51 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Caddy delivers marginally more torque with 320 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 7 people.
In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Combo is barely lighter – 1,505 kg compared to 1,575 kg. The difference is around 70 kg.
For maximum load capacity, the VW Caddy offers visibly more capacity – up to 3,700 L, about 1,007 L more than the Vauxhall Combo.
When it comes to payload, the VW Caddy carries only slightly more – 710 kg compared to 695 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.
The VW Caddy is decisively 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.
The Opel Combo is a hardworking and surprisingly polished small van that blends van-like practicality with car-like comfort, making it a sensible choice for families and tradespeople who need versatility without fuss. It may not grab attention on the style front, but clever packaging and a levelheaded approach mean you spend more time getting things done and less time worrying about compromise.
detailsThe VW Caddy is the Swiss-army knife of compact vans — practical, surprisingly refined, and ready to swap a weekend adventure for a grocery run without breaking a sweat. It’s user-friendly, comfortable enough for daily driving, and sensible for buyers who want utility with a dash of style and no drama.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
22,900 - 36,500 £
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Price
27,800 - 45,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.9 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 - 18.8 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
333 - 345 km
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Electric Range
116 - 121 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
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co2
0 - 151 g/km
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co2
10 - 165 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Seats
5 - 7
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Seats
5 - 7
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Doors
4 - 5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,505 - 1,922 kg
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Curb weight
1,575 - 1,998 kg
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Trunk capacity
0 - 1,050 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
4,410 - 4,760 mm
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Length
4,500 - 4,853 mm
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Width
1,848 mm
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Width
1,855 mm
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Height
1,812 - 1,818 mm
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Height
1,819 - 1,860 mm
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Max trunk capacity
2,126 - 2,693 L
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Max trunk capacity
2,556 - 3,700 L
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Payload
430 - 695 kg
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Payload
501 - 710 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual 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
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Power HP
102 - 136 HP
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Power HP
102 - 150 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 14 s
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Max Speed
135 km/h
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Max Speed
173 - 186 km/h
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Torque
250 - 300 Nm
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Torque
220 - 320 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
75 - 100 kW
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Power kW
75 - 110 kW
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
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Brand
Vauxhall
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Brand
VW
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