Compare performance (170 HP vs 286 HP), boot space and price (36,000 £ vs 37,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Master Transporter or VW Transporter Transporter?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Renault Master Transporter is very slightly cheaper – starting at 36,000 £ , while the VW Transporter Transporter costs 37,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,520 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Master Transporter uses 6.8 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the VW Transporter Transporter with 7.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.
In terms of energy consumption, the VW Transporter Transporter is only slightly more efficient: consuming 21.9 kWh/100km compared to 22.7 kWh/100km for the Renault Master Transporter. That’s a difference of about 0.8 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Renault Master Transporter offers clearly more range – reaching up to 448 km, about 117 km more than the VW Transporter Transporter.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the VW Transporter Transporter offers considerably more power – delivering 286 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 116 HP more horsepower.
Looking at top speed, the Renault Master Transporter is somewhat faster – reaching 176 km/h, while the VW Transporter Transporter tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 26 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Transporter Transporter delivers barely more torque with 415 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 35 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: Renault Master Transporter offers more seats – 6 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, VW Transporter Transporter is slightly lighter – 1,872 kg compared to 2,128 kg. The difference is around 256 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Renault Master Transporter carries noticeably more – 1,859 kg compared to 1,259 kg. That’s a difference of about 600 kg.
The Renault Master Transporter sits just 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 Renault Master is a pragmatic workhorse that swallows cargo with an unbothered grin, offering clever practicality and load-friendly packaging for tradespeople and fleet buyers. It won’t excite like a sports car, but it steers predictably, runs economically and gets the job done day after day — like a reliable colleague who never calls in sick.
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The VW Transporter is the workhorse of the modern tradesman, blending practical cleverness with a cabin that's actually pleasant to spend a long day in. It may not steal the style spotlight, but its unshowy durability, clever load solutions and easy-to-live-with character make it a sensible pick for businesses and weekend projects alike.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
36,000 - 55,400 £
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Price
37,500 - 60,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7.7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 8.4 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.7 - 22.9 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 24.4 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
445 - 448 km
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Electric Range
56 - 331 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
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co2
0 - 203 g/km
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co2
0 - 220 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
80 L
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Seats
3 - 6
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Seats
2 - 5
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Doors
4
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Doors
4 - 5
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Curb weight
2,128 - 2,461 kg
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Curb weight
1,872 - 2,462 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
5,685 - 6,315 mm
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Length
5,050 - 5,450 mm
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Width
2,080 mm
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Width
2,032 mm
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Height
2,498 mm
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Height
1,966 - 1,985 mm
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Max trunk capacity
10,800 - 13,000 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
1,078 - 1,859 kg
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Payload
755 - 1,259 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
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Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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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
105 - 170 HP
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Power HP
110 - 286 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
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Max Speed
90 - 176 km/h
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Max Speed
112 - 150 km/h
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Torque
300 - 380 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
77 - 125 kW
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Power kW
81 - 210 kW
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Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,488 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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Brand
Renault
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Brand
VW
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