Compare performance (306 HP vs 286 HP), boot space and price (49,900 £ vs 41,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Suzuki Across 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.
VW Transporter Bus is visibly cheaper – starting at 41,500 £ , while the Suzuki Across costs 49,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,399 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Transporter Bus uses 0.8 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Suzuki Across with 1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.
As for electric range, the VW Transporter Bus offers substantially more range – reaching up to 324 km, about 249 km more than the Suzuki Across.
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 Suzuki Across offers only slightly more power – delivering 306 HP compared to 286 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Suzuki Across is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6 s, while the VW Transporter Bus takes 7.4 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the VW Transporter Bus is very slightly faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Suzuki Across tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.
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 5.
In terms of curb weight, VW Transporter Bus is marginally lighter – 1,998 kg compared to 2,075 kg. The difference is around 77 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VW Transporter Bus offers visibly more boot space – 763 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 273 L.
For maximum load capacity, the VW Transporter Bus offers substantially more capacity – up to 4,005 L, about 2,401 L more than the Suzuki Across.
When it comes to payload, the VW Transporter Bus carries substantially more – 1,143 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 708 kg.
The VW Transporter Bus is far 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 Suzuki Across is Suzuki's take on a roomy, efficient plug-in SUV handed down from its Toyota cousin, marrying sensible practicality with a polished, grown-up driving character. It won't thrill those chasing sporty drama, but for buyers who value measured refinement, low running costs and lots of usable space, it's an unexpectedly accomplished and subtly premium package.
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
49,900 £
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Price
41,500 - 85,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 9.2 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.4 - 24.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
75 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
22 g/km
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co2
0 - 229 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 60 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
5
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Seats
4 - 8
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Doors
5
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Doors
4 - 5
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Curb weight
2,075 kg
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Curb weight
1,998 - 2,620 kg
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Trunk capacity
490 L
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Trunk capacity
0 - 763 L
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Length
4,635 mm
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Length
4,973 - 5,450 mm
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Width
1,855 mm
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Width
1,941 - 2,032 mm
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Height
1,690 mm
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Height
1,907 - 1,997 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,604 L
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Max trunk capacity
3,672 - 4,005 L
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Payload
435 kg
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Payload
330 - 1,143 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manual, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
306 HP
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Power HP
110 - 286 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
112 - 200 km/h
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Torque
-
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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
225 kW
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Power kW
81 - 210 kW
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Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,488 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F, B, A
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Brand
Suzuki
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Brand
VW
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