Compare performance (180 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (33,400 £ vs 28,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot Expert Bus or VW Golf Variant?
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.
VW Golf Variant is slightly cheaper – starting at 28,800 £ , while the Peugeot Expert Bus costs 33,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,521 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Golf Variant uses 4.3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Peugeot Expert Bus with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.6 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.
When it comes to engine power, the VW Golf Variant offers a bit more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 24 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf Variant is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 6.5 s, while the Peugeot Expert Bus takes 10.6 s. That’s about 4.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot Expert Bus delivers barely more torque with 400 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Peugeot Expert Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, VW Golf Variant is significantly lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 1,998 kg. The difference is around 632 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Peugeot Expert Bus offers clearly more boot space – 3,497 L compared to 611 L. That’s a difference of about 2,886 L.
When it comes to payload, the Peugeot Expert Bus carries substantially more – 942 kg compared to 547 kg. That’s a difference of about 395 kg.
The VW Golf Variant 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.
The Peugeot Expert Bus is a sensible people-mover that pairs commercial durability with a surprisingly comfy interior, making it ideal for shuttle duty or large-family road trips. It won’t steal any style prizes, but its practical layout, easy-driving manners and thoughtful kit mean you’ll spend more time moving people and less time fussing over details.
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The Golf Estate packs Volkswagen's familiar poise into a practical, grown-up estate that quietly makes everyday life easier without shouting for attention. It's clever, comfortable and roomy enough for weekend kit or family chaos, offering smart packaging and refined manners that make it a sensible and surprisingly stylish choice for buyers who need space but don't want a van.
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Price
33,400 - 34,200 £
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Price
28,800 - 38,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
182 - 184 g/km
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co2
114 - 159 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
9
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Seats
5
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Doors
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,998 - 2,029 kg
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Curb weight
1,366 - 1,551 kg
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Trunk capacity
3,061 - 3,497 L
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Trunk capacity
611 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,920 mm
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Width
1,789 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
921 - 942 kg
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Payload
509 - 547 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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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, 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
180 HP
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Power HP
116 - 204 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10.5 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
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Torque
400 Nm
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Torque
220 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
132 kW
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Power kW
85 - 150 kW
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Engine capacity
2,184 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, C
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Brand
Peugeot
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Brand
VW
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