Compare performance (136 HP vs 286 HP), boot space and price (26,100 £ vs 41,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot Partner or VW Transporter Bus?
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.
Peugeot Partner is significantly cheaper – starting at 26,100 £ , while the VW Transporter Bus costs 41,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,366 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Transporter Bus uses 0.8 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Peugeot Partner with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 4.4 L/100km.
In terms of energy consumption, the Peugeot Partner is visibly more efficient: consuming 17.4 kWh/100km compared to 22.4 kWh/100km for the VW Transporter Bus. That’s a difference of about 5 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Peugeot Partner offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 354 km, about 30 km more than the VW Transporter Bus.
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 Transporter Bus offers clearly more power – delivering 286 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 150 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Transporter Bus is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Peugeot Partner takes 11.2 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Transporter Bus delivers visibly more torque with 415 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 115 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.
Seats: VW Transporter Bus offers more seats – 8 vs 3.
In terms of curb weight, Peugeot Partner is substantially lighter – 1,371 kg compared to 1,998 kg. The difference is around 627 kg.
When it comes to payload, the VW Transporter Bus carries markedly more – 1,143 kg compared to 781 kg. That’s a difference of about 362 kg.
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.
The Peugeot Partner is a no-nonsense workhorse that doubles as a surprisingly comfy family mover, combining clever storage solutions with an easy-to-live-in cabin. It won’t win any beauty contests, but for small businesses and active families it’s practical, economical and utterly reliable when the day gets busy.
detailsThe 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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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
26,100 - 33,500 £
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Price
41,500 - 85,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 9.2 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.4 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.4 - 24.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
354 km
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Electric Range
87 - 324 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
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co2
0 - 143 g/km
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co2
0 - 229 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 60 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
3
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Seats
4 - 8
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Doors
-
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Doors
4 - 5
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Curb weight
1,371 - 1,674 kg
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Curb weight
1,998 - 2,620 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
0 - 763 L
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Length
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Length
4,973 - 5,450 mm
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Width
1,848 mm
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Width
1,941 - 2,032 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,907 - 1,997 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
3,672 - 4,005 L
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Payload
645 - 781 kg
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Payload
330 - 1,143 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic 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, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
102 - 136 HP
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Power HP
110 - 286 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
112 - 200 km/h
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Torque
250 - 300 Nm
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Torque
310 - 415 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
81 - 210 kW
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,488 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F, B, A
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Brand
Peugeot
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Brand
VW
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