Renault Trafic Transporter vs VW Transporter Bus - Differences and prices compared

Q: How powerful is the Renault Trafic Transporter's engine?

The Renault Trafic Transporter reaches a peak output of 170 HP, depending on the model.

Q: What are the consumption figures for the Renault Trafic Transporter in liters per 100 km?

On average, the Renault Trafic Transporter consumes 6.60 L.

Q: How much electricity does the Renault Trafic Transporter use per 100 km?

Average electricity consumption is 21.20 kWh.

Q: What is the electric driving range of the Renault Trafic Transporter?

The WLTP range is up to 318 km.

Q: What maximum speed does the Renault Trafic Transporter reach?

The Renault Trafic Transporter reaches up to 180 km/h.

Q: What are the dimensions of the Renault Trafic Transporter?

Overall, the Renault Trafic Transporter is 5080 mm long, 1956 mm wide and 2020 mm high.

Q: What drive types are available for the VW Transporter Bus?

The VW Transporter Bus is available as Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

Q: How powerful is the VW Transporter Bus's engine?

Depending on the version, the VW Transporter Bus delivers up to 286 HP.

Q: How much fuel does the VW Transporter Bus use?

Based on WLTP testing, consumption is around 0.80 L.

Compare performance (170 HP vs 286 HP), boot space and price (33200 £ vs 41500 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Trafic Transporter or VW Transporter Bus?

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Renault Trafic Transporter

VW Transporter Bus

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 clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33200 £, while the VW Transporter Bus costs 41500 £. That’s a price difference of around 8277 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Transporter Bus manages with 0.80 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Renault Trafic Transporter with 6.60 L. The difference is about 5.80 L per 100 km.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Renault Trafic Transporter: with 21.20 kWh per 100 km, it’s slight more efficient than the VW Transporter Bus with 22.40 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.20 kWh.

As for range, the VW Transporter Bus performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 324 km, about 6 km more than the Renault Trafic Transporter.

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 Transporter Bus has a clearly edge – offering 286 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 116 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Transporter Bus is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the Renault Trafic Transporter takes 10.80 s. That’s about 3.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Transporter Bus performs barely noticeable better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Renault Trafic Transporter tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Transporter Bus pulls barely noticeable stronger with 415 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 35 Nm difference.

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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: VW Transporter Bus offers noticeable more seating capacity – 8 vs 6.

In curb weight, Renault Trafic Transporter is minimal lighter – 1848 kg compared to 1998 kg. The difference is around 150 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Trafic Transporter performs significantly better – up to 8900 L, which is about 4895 L more than the VW Transporter Bus.

When it comes to payload, Renault Trafic Transporter slight takes the win – 1222 kg compared to 1143 kg. That’s a difference of about 79 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Transporter Bus shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £41,500

VW Transporter Bus

Price : 41500 - 85100 £
Body Type : Bus
Engine Type : Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail : Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch 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
Battery Capacity : 11.8 - 63.8 kWh
Seats : 4 - 8
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 7.4 - 16.9 s
Model Year : 2024 - 2025
Max Speed : 112 - 200 km/h
Torque : 310 - 415 Nm
Number of Cylinders : 4
Doors : 4 - 5
Model : Transporter
Modell : T7 Caravelle kurz 2.0 TDI, T7 Caravelle lang 2.0 TDI, T7 Multivan 2.0 TDI SCR, T7 Multivan 2.0 TSI OPF, T7 Multivan lang 2.0 TDI SCR, T7 Multivan lang 2.0 TSI OPF, T7 California 2.0 TDI SCR, T7 California 2.0 TSI OPF, T7 Kombi kurz 2.5 eHybrid, T7 Kombi kurz 2.0 TDI, T7 Kombi lang 2.5 eHybrid, T7 Kombi lang 2.0 TDI, T7 California 1.5 eHybrid OPF, T7 e-Caravelle kurz, T7 e-Caravelle lang, T7 e-Kombi kurz, T7 e-Kombi lang, T7 Multivan 1.5 eHybrid OPF, T7 Multivan lang 1.5 eHybrid OPF
CO2 Efficiency Class : G, F, B, A
Trim Level : Automatik, Life, Life 4MOTION Automatik, DSG, Edition DSG, Life DSG, Beach Camper DSG, Beach DSG, Beach Tour DSG, Coast DSG, Ocean DSG, 4MOTION Automatik, Life Automatik, Style, Style 4MOTION Automatik, Style Automatik, GOAL DSG, Style DSG, Edition, PanAmericana, CVT-Automatik, PanAmericana Automatik, Beach Tour 4MOTION DSG, Beach Camper 4MOTION DSG, Coast 4MOTION DSG, Ocean 4MOTION DSG, Edition Automatik, Edition 4MOTION Automatik, PanAmericana 4MOTION Automatik, PanAmericana CVT-Automatik, 4MOTION DSG, Life 4MOTION DSG, Edition 4MOTION DSG, GOAL 4MOTION DSG, Style 4MOTION DSG
Power kW : 81 - 210 kW
co2 : 0 - 229 g/km
Engine capacity : 1498 - 2488 cm3
Curb weight : 1998 - 2620 kg
Fuel tank capacity : 45 - 60 L
Trunk capacity : 0 - 763 L
Length : 4973 - 5450 mm
Width : 1941 - 2032 mm
Height : 1907 - 1997 mm
Brand : VW
Max trunk capacity : 3672 - 4005 L
Payload : 330 - 1143 kg

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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 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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VW Transporter Bus

Costs and Consumption
Price 33200 - 43500 £	Price 41500 - 85100 £
Consumption L/100km 6.6 - 7.8 L	Consumption L/100km 0.8 - 9.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km 21.2 - 22.2 kWh	Consumption kWh/100km 22.4 - 24.9 kWh
Electric Range 240 - 318 km	Electric Range 87 - 324 km
Battery Capacity -	Battery Capacity 11.8 - 63.8 kWh
co2 0 - 206 g/km	co2 0 - 229 g/km
Fuel tank capacity 80 L	Fuel tank capacity 45 - 60 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type Cargo Van	Body Type Bus
Seats 3 - 6	Seats 4 - 8
Doors 4	Doors 4 - 5
Curb weight 1848 - 2075 kg	Curb weight 1998 - 2620 kg
Trunk capacity -	Trunk capacity 0 - 763 L
Length 5080 - 5480 mm	Length 4973 - 5450 mm
Width 1956 mm	Width 1941 - 2032 mm
Height 1967 - 2509 mm	Height 1907 - 1997 mm
Max trunk capacity 3300 - 8900 L	Max trunk capacity 3672 - 4005 L
Payload 848 - 1222 kg	Payload 330 - 1143 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type Diesel, Electric	Engine Type Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission Manuel, Automatic	Transmission Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic 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 110 - 170 HP	Power HP 110 - 286 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h 10.8 - 15.1 s	Acceleration 0-100km/h 7.4 - 16.9 s
Max Speed 110 - 180 km/h	Max Speed 112 - 200 km/h
Torque 245 - 380 Nm	Torque 310 - 415 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4	Number of Cylinders 4
Power kW 81 - 125 kW	Power kW 81 - 210 kW
Engine capacity 1997 cm3	Engine capacity 1498 - 2488 cm3