Compare performance (380 HP vs 286 HP), boot space and price (36,800 £ vs 41,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota bZ4X or VW Transporter Bus?
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.
Toyota bZ4X is slightly cheaper – starting at 36,800 £ , while the VW Transporter Bus costs 41,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,630 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Toyota bZ4X is clearly more efficient: consuming 13.5 kWh/100km compared to 22.4 kWh/100km for the VW Transporter Bus. That’s a difference of about 8.9 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Toyota bZ4X offers considerably more range – reaching up to 591 km, about 267 km more than the VW Transporter Bus.
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 Toyota bZ4X offers markedly more power – delivering 380 HP compared to 286 HP. That’s roughly 94 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota bZ4X is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the VW Transporter Bus takes 7.4 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Transporter Bus delivers moderately more torque with 415 Nm compared to 338 Nm. That’s about 77 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: VW Transporter Bus offers more seats – 8 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Toyota bZ4X is very slightly lighter – 1,900 kg compared to 1,998 kg. The difference is around 98 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VW Transporter Bus offers moderately more boot space – 763 L compared to 669 L. That’s a difference of about 94 L.
When it comes to payload, the VW Transporter Bus carries substantially more – 1,143 kg compared to 565 kg. That’s a difference of about 578 kg.
The Toyota bZ4X is clearly superior 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 Toyota bZ4X is an electric crossover that focuses on a calm ride, practical interior and predictable handling for everyday driving. It suits buyers who want an easygoing, reliable EV with Toyota's familiar build quality and a clean, simple design.
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
36,800 - 51,000 £
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Price
41,500 - 85,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 9.2 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.5 - 16.6 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.4 - 24.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
444 - 591 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
0 g/km
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co2
0 - 229 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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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
-
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Doors
4 - 5
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Curb weight
1,900 - 2,180 kg
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Curb weight
1,998 - 2,620 kg
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Trunk capacity
452 - 669 L
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Trunk capacity
0 - 763 L
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Length
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Length
4,973 - 5,450 mm
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Width
1,860 mm
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Width
1,941 - 2,032 mm
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Height
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Height
1,907 - 1,997 mm
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
3,672 - 4,005 L
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Payload
375 - 565 kg
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Payload
330 - 1,143 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Plug-in Hybrid, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manual, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
167 - 380 HP
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Power HP
110 - 286 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
112 - 200 km/h
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Torque
268 - 338 Nm
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Torque
310 - 415 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
123 - 280 kW
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Power kW
81 - 210 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,488 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F, B, A
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Brand
Toyota
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Brand
VW
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