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Vauxhall Combo vs VW Transporter Bus comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 286 HP), boot space and price (22,900 £ vs 41,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Combo or VW Transporter Bus?

Vauxhall Combo vs VW Transporter Bus: Key differences

Vauxhall Combo

  • significantly cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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VW Transporter Bus

  • considerably more power
  • substantially more efficient
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Combo

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.

Vauxhall Combo is significantly cheaper – starting at 22,900 £ , while the VW Transporter Bus costs 41,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,601 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Transporter Bus uses 0.8 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Vauxhall Combo with 5.4 L/100km. The difference is about 4.6 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 considerably more power – delivering 286 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 156 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Transporter Bus delivers clearly more torque with 415 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 115 Nm more.

Combo

Space and Everyday Use:

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 7.

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Combo is noticeably lighter – 1,505 kg compared to 1,998 kg. The difference is around 493 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Vauxhall Combo offers noticeably more boot space – 1,050 L compared to 763 L. That’s a difference of about 287 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Transporter Bus carries noticeably more – 1,143 kg compared to 695 kg. That’s a difference of about 448 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Transporter Bus holds a decisive 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.

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
Vauxhall Combo
VW Transporter Bus

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Vauxhall Combo

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.

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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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Vauxhall Combo
VW Transporter Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
22,900 - 28,000 £
Price
41,500 - 85,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 9.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
22.4 - 24.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
87 - 324 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
co2
141 - 151 g/km
co2
0 - 229 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
4 - 8
Doors
-
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1,505 - 1,644 kg
Curb weight
1,998 - 2,620 kg
Trunk capacity
775 - 1,050 L
Trunk capacity
0 - 763 L
Length
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Length
4,973 - 5,450 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,941 - 2,032 mm
Height
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Height
1,907 - 1,997 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
3,672 - 4,005 L
Payload
544 - 695 kg
Payload
330 - 1,143 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual 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
102 - 130 HP
Power HP
110 - 286 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
112 - 200 km/h
Torque
250 - 300 Nm
Torque
310 - 415 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
75 - 96 kW
Power kW
81 - 210 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,488 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F, B, A
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
VW
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