Compare performance (180 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (33,400 £ vs 17,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot Expert Bus or VW Polo?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
VW Polo is substantially cheaper – starting at 17,300 £ , while the Peugeot Expert Bus costs 33,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,110 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Polo uses 5.1 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Peugeot Expert Bus with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 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 Polo offers moderately more power – delivering 207 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Polo 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 a bit more torque with 400 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 80 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 Polo is considerably lighter – 1,143 kg compared to 1,998 kg. The difference is around 855 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Peugeot Expert Bus offers considerably more boot space – 3,497 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 3,146 L.
When it comes to payload, the Peugeot Expert Bus carries considerably more – 942 kg compared to 457 kg. That’s a difference of about 485 kg.
The VW Polo 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 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 Polo is a well-built, comfortable hatchback that blends a refined cabin and composed manners into a compact package. It's easy to live with day to day, offering sensible space, tidy controls and reassuring quality that make it a practical choice for city or longer trips.
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Price
33,400 - 34,200 £
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Price
17,300 - 30,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 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
116 - 148 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
Hatchback
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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
1,143 - 1,378 kg
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Trunk capacity
3,061 - 3,497 L
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Trunk capacity
351 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,920 mm
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Width
1,751 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
432 - 457 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Engine Type
Petrol
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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
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Power HP
180 HP
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Power HP
80 - 207 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 15.6 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
93 - 320 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
132 kW
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Power kW
59 - 152 kW
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Engine capacity
2,184 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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Brand
Peugeot
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Brand
VW
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