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SsangYong Torres vs VW Caddy Compact Van comparison

Compare performance (207 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (33,800 £ vs 25,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SsangYong Torres or VW Caddy Compact Van?

SsangYong Torres vs VW Caddy Compact Van: Key differences

SsangYong Torres

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  • clearly more power
  • considerably more electric range
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VW Caddy Compact Van

  • visibly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • very slightly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

VW Caddy Compact Van is visibly cheaper – starting at 25,800 £ , while the SsangYong Torres costs 33,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,027 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Caddy Compact Van uses 0.5 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the SsangYong Torres with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 7.4 L/100km.

As for electric range, the SsangYong Torres offers considerably more range – reaching up to 462 km, about 342 km more than the VW Caddy Compact Van.

Caddy Compact Van

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 SsangYong Torres offers clearly more power – delivering 207 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 57 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the SsangYong Torres is marginally faster – reaching 194 km/h, while the VW Caddy Compact Van tops out at 186 km/h. The difference is around 8 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SsangYong Torres delivers marginally more torque with 339 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 19 Nm more.

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: SsangYong Torres offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, VW Caddy Compact Van is very slightly lighter – 1,442 kg compared to 1,498 kg. The difference is around 56 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the VW Caddy Compact Van offers substantially more capacity – up to 3,700 L, about 2,038 L more than the SsangYong Torres.

When it comes to payload, the VW Caddy Compact Van carries noticeably more – 759 kg compared to 552 kg. That’s a difference of about 207 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Caddy Compact Van is decisively ahead 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.

from £25,800
Caddy Compact Van

VW Caddy Compact Van

  • Engine Type Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 102 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 0.5 - 6.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range 117 - 120 km
SsangYong Torres
VW Caddy Compact Van

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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SsangYong Torres

SsangYong Torres cuts a rugged, purposeful silhouette that feels more expensive than its price tag, offering generously practical packaging and a no-nonsense feature set. It drives with surprisingly assured manners and genuine off-road appetite, making it a clever choice for buyers who want real SUV capability without badge snobbery.

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VW Caddy Compact Van

The VW Caddy is a clever compact van that turns urban chores into something almost enjoyable, thanks to smart packaging and a cabin that refuses to feel like punishment. For buyers who want useful practicality without drama, the Caddy is a tidy, dependable choice that quietly gets the job done while remaining surprisingly pleasant to drive.

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SsangYong Torres
VW Caddy Compact Van

Costs and Consumption

Price
33,800 - 44,600 £
Price
25,800 - 42,300 £
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
462 km
Electric Range
117 - 120 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
0 - 207 g/km
co2
11 - 154 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1,498 - 1,618 kg
Curb weight
1,442 - 1,818 kg
Trunk capacity
703 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
4,700 mm
Length
4,500 - 4,853 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
1,710 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,823 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,662 L
Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 3,700 L
Payload
552 kg
Payload
628 - 759 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 207 HP
Power HP
102 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
191 - 194 km/h
Max Speed
175 - 186 km/h
Torque
280 - 339 Nm
Torque
220 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
120 - 152 kW
Power kW
75 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
Brand
SsangYong
Brand
VW
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