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Peugeot Expert Bus vs VW Transporter Bus - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (136 HP vs 286 HP), boot space and price (38000 £ vs 41500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot Expert Bus or VW Transporter Bus?

Peugeot Expert Bus

VW Transporter Bus

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

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Peugeot Expert Bus has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 38000 £ , while the VW Transporter Bus costs 41500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3481 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the VW Transporter Bus: with 22.40 kWh per 100 km, it’s barely noticeable more efficient than the Peugeot Expert Bus with 24.20 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.80 kWh.

As for electric range, the Peugeot Expert Bus performs minimal better – achieving up to 348 km, about 24 km more than the VW 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 has a clearly edge – offering 286 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 150 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Transporter Bus is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the Peugeot Expert Bus takes 13.30 s. That’s about 5.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Transporter Bus performs evident better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Peugeot Expert Bus tops out at 130 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Transporter Bus pulls distinct stronger with 415 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 145 Nm difference.

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: Peugeot Expert Bus offers a bit more seating capacity – 9 vs 8.

In curb weight, VW Transporter Bus is slight lighter – 1998 kg compared to 2018 kg. The difference is around 20 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot Expert Bus offers clearly more room – 3497 L compared to 763 L. That’s a difference of about 2734 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot Expert Bus performs a bit better – up to 4554 L, which is about 549 L more than the VW Transporter Bus.

When it comes to payload, VW Transporter Bus slightly takes the win – 1143 kg compared to 982 kg. That’s a difference of about 161 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Transporter Bus sits well ahead of its rival 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.

Peugeot Expert Bus
VW Transporter Bus

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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
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 22.4 - 24.9 kWh
  • Electric Range : 87 - 324 km

Peugeot Expert Bus

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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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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Peugeot Expert Bus
VW Transporter Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
38000 - 44000 £
Price
41500 - 85100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 9.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
24.2 - 24.6 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
22.4 - 24.9 kWh
Electric Range
218 - 348 km
Electric Range
87 - 324 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 229 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Bus
Seats
9
Seats
4 - 8
Doors
4
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
2018 - 2241 kg
Curb weight
1998 - 2620 kg
Trunk capacity
3061 - 3497 L
Trunk capacity
0 - 763 L
Length
4983 - 5333 mm
Length
4973 - 5450 mm
Width
1920 mm
Width
1941 - 2032 mm
Height
1890 mm
Height
1907 - 1997 mm
Max trunk capacity
3968 - 4554 L
Max trunk capacity
3672 - 4005 L
Payload
889 - 982 kg
Payload
330 - 1143 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction 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
136 HP
Power HP
110 - 286 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.3 - 14.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
Max Speed
130 km/h
Max Speed
112 - 200 km/h
Torque
270 Nm
Torque
310 - 415 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 kW
Power kW
81 - 210 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1498 - 2488 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F, B, A
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Peugeot Expert Bus have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.