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Toyota Land Cruiser vs VW Transporter Bus comparison
Compare performance (205 HP vs 286 HP), boot space and price (72,000 £ vs 41,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Land Cruiser or VW Transporter Bus?
Toyota Land Cruiser vs VW Transporter Bus: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Land Cruiser
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
VW Transporter Bus is clearly cheaper – starting at 41,500 £ , while the Toyota Land Cruiser costs 72,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30,513 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Transporter Bus uses 0.8 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Toyota Land Cruiser with 10.6 L/100km. The difference is about 9.8 L/100km.
Transporter Bus
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 offers visibly more power – delivering 286 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 81 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Transporter Bus is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Toyota Land Cruiser takes 12.3 s. That’s about 4.9 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Toyota Land Cruiser delivers a bit more torque with 500 Nm compared to 415 Nm. That’s about 85 Nm more.
Land Cruiser
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 more seats – 8 vs 7.
In terms of curb weight, VW Transporter Bus is noticeably lighter – 1,998 kg compared to 2,415 kg. The difference is around 417 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VW Transporter Bus offers marginally more boot space – 763 L compared to 742 L. That’s a difference of about 21 L.
When it comes to payload, the VW Transporter Bus carries noticeably more – 1,143 kg compared to 750 kg. That’s a difference of about 393 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The VW Transporter Bus stands well ahead of its rival 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.
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VW Transporter Bus
Toyota Land Cruiser
VW Transporter Bus
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Toyota Land Cruiser
The Toyota Land Cruiser is the kind of SUV that makes you feel ready to abandon the map and take the long way home, with legendary go-anywhere capability wrapped in reassuringly solid build quality. Inside it's surprisingly comfortable and grown-up — a practical luxury for buyers who want reliability and presence rather than fleeting flash.
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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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Toyota Land Cruiser
VW Transporter Bus
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
72,000 - 79,700 £
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Price
41,500 - 85,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
10.6 - 10.7 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
-
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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
278 - 282 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
Off-Roader
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
5 - 7
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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
2,415 - 2,450 kg
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Curb weight
1,998 - 2,620 kg
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Trunk capacity
143 - 742 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
1,980 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
685 - 750 kg
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Payload
330 - 1,143 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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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
205 HP
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Power HP
110 - 286 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 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
500 Nm
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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
151 kW
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Power kW
81 - 210 kW
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Engine capacity
2,755 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,488 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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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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