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Renault Trafic Transporter vs VW Crafter - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (170 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (33200 £ vs 47100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Trafic Transporter or VW Crafter?

Renault Trafic Transporter

VW Crafter

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

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Renault Trafic Transporter has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33200 £, while the VW Crafter costs 47100 £. That’s a price difference of around 13923 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Trafic Transporter manages with 6.60 L and is therefore noticeable more efficient than the VW Crafter with 8.40 L. The difference is about 1.80 L per 100 km.

Engine and Performance:

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 Crafter has a barely noticeable edge – offering 177 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 7 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the Renault Trafic Transporter performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 180 km/h, while the VW Crafter tops out at 165 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Crafter pulls minimal stronger with 410 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 30 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: Renault Trafic Transporter offers decisively more seating capacity – 6 vs 2.

In curb weight, Renault Trafic Transporter is slightly lighter – 1848 kg compared to 2072 kg. The difference is around 224 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Crafter performs clearly better – up to 18400 L, which is about 9500 L more than the Renault Trafic Transporter.

When it comes to payload, VW Crafter convincingly takes the win – 2994 kg compared to 1222 kg. That’s a difference of about 1772 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Renault Trafic Transporter proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Renault Trafic Transporter is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Renault Trafic Transporter

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 110 - 170 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6.6 - 7.8 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 21.2 - 22.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 240 - 318 km
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Renault Trafic Transporter
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Renault Trafic Transporter

The Renault Trafic is a practical, workhorse transporter that hides thoughtful cabin comfort behind a tough, utilitarian exterior, so you can tackle a busy week without sacrificing sanity. It’s a sensible choice for buyers who want reliability and clever flexibility rather than flash, with just enough character to make daily hauling feel less like a chore.

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VW Crafter

The VW Crafter is a no-nonsense workhorse that makes hauling and running a mobile business feel almost civilized, with a cabin built for long days and smart storage where you need it. It may not turn heads for glamour, but its sturdy build, straightforward tech and reliable manners mean fewer headaches for owners — a van that prefers to earn your trust rather than demand attention.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
33200 - 43500 £
Price
47100 - 68800 £
Consumption L/100km
6.6 - 7.8 L
Consumption L/100km
8.4 - 13.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 22.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
240 - 318 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 206 g/km
co2
220 - 342 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
80 L
Fuel tank capacity
75 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
3 - 6
Seats
2
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
1848 - 2075 kg
Curb weight
2072 - 2810 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5080 - 5480 mm
Length
5986 - 7391 mm
Width
1956 mm
Width
2040 - 2069 mm
Height
1967 - 2509 mm
Height
2355 - 2830 mm
Max trunk capacity
3300 - 8900 L
Max trunk capacity
9300 - 18400 L
Payload
848 - 1222 kg
Payload
1037 - 2994 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 170 HP
Power HP
140 - 177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 - 15.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
110 - 180 km/h
Max Speed
90 - 165 km/h
Torque
245 - 380 Nm
Torque
360 - 410 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
81 - 125 kW
Power kW
103 - 130 kW
Engine capacity
1997 cm3
Engine capacity
1968 cm3

General
Model Year
2022 - 2025
Model Year
2017 - 2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Renault
Brand
VW

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What drive types are available for the Renault Trafic Transporter?

The Renault Trafic Transporter is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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