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Toyota Mirai vs VW Crafter comparison

Compare performance (182 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (58,700 £ vs 47,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Mirai or VW Crafter?

Toyota Mirai vs VW Crafter: Key differences

Toyota Mirai

  • barely more power
  • barely lighter

VW Crafter

  • visibly cheaper

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

Mirai

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 Crafter is visibly cheaper – starting at 47,100 £ , while the Toyota Mirai costs 58,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,581 £.

Crafter

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 Toyota Mirai offers barely more power – delivering 182 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 5 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Crafter delivers markedly more torque with 410 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 110 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: Toyota Mirai offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Mirai is barely lighter – 1,900 kg compared to 2,072 kg. The difference is around 172 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Crafter carries substantially more – 2,994 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 2,479 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Crafter holds a solid overall lead 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 £47,100
Crafter

VW Crafter

  • Engine Type : Diesel
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 177 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 8.4 - 13.1 L/100km
Toyota Mirai
VW Crafter

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Toyota Mirai

The Toyota Mirai arrives as a bold, futuristic saloon that turns heads with sleek, almost sci‑fi styling and a cabin that feels more lounge than cockpit. It trades petrol fuss for a whisper‑quiet hydrogen setup that delivers composed, effortless progress and makes long-distance cruising a relaxed pleasure — a compelling choice if you want cutting-edge eco tech without sacrificing comfort.

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VW Crafter

The VW Crafter is a no-nonsense workhorse that makes hauling and running a mobile business feel almost civilized, with a cabin built for long days and smart storage where you need it. It may not turn heads for glamour, but its sturdy build, straightforward tech and reliable manners mean fewer headaches for owners — a van that prefers to earn your trust rather than demand attention.

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Toyota Mirai
VW Crafter

Costs and Consumption

Price
58,700 - 66,700 £
Price
47,100 - 68,800 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
8.4 - 13.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
650 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
-
co2
220 - 342 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
75 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,900 - 1,930 kg
Curb weight
2,072 - 2,810 kg
Trunk capacity
300 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
5,986 - 7,391 mm
Width
1,885 mm
Width
2,040 - 2,069 mm
Height
-
Height
2,355 - 2,830 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
9,300 - 18,400 L
Payload
485 - 515 kg
Payload
1,037 - 2,994 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Hydrogen
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
182 HP
Power HP
140 - 177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
90 - 165 km/h
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
360 - 410 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
134 kW
Power kW
103 - 130 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,968 cm3

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
Model Year
2,017 - 2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
-
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Toyota
Brand
VW
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