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Toyota Prius vs VW Transporter Bus comparison
Compare performance (223 HP vs 286 HP), boot space and price (39,400 £ vs 41,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Prius or VW Transporter Bus?
Toyota Prius vs VW Transporter Bus: Key differences
Prius
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Toyota Prius is marginally cheaper – starting at 39,400 £ , while the VW Transporter Bus costs 41,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,058 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Prius uses 0.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the VW Transporter Bus with 0.8 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.
As for electric range, the VW Transporter Bus offers substantially more range – reaching up to 324 km, about 238 km more than the Toyota Prius.
Transporter Bus
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 VW Transporter Bus offers clearly more power – delivering 286 HP compared to 223 HP. That’s roughly 63 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Prius is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.8 s, while the VW Transporter Bus takes 7.4 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the VW Transporter Bus is moderately faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Toyota Prius tops out at 177 km/h. The difference is around 23 km/h.
Prius
Space and Everyday Use:
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 Prius is noticeably lighter – 1,620 kg compared to 1,998 kg. The difference is around 378 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VW Transporter Bus offers considerably more boot space – 763 L compared to 284 L. That’s a difference of about 479 L.
When it comes to payload, the VW Transporter Bus carries considerably more – 1,143 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 768 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The VW Transporter Bus 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.
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VW Transporter Bus
Toyota Prius
VW Transporter Bus
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Toyota Prius
The Prius glides through traffic like a wise commuter's secret weapon, balancing miserly running costs with an unflappable sense of reliability. It's not a thrill seeker, but its roomy cabin, sensible packaging and low-stress driving personality make it a brilliant choice for buyers who value peace of mind over pulse-raising performance.
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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 Prius
VW Transporter Bus
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
39,400 - 45,800 £
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Price
41,500 - 85,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 0.7 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
72 - 86 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
12 - 17 g/km
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co2
0 - 229 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 L
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 60 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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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
1,620 - 1,630 kg
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Curb weight
1,998 - 2,620 kg
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Trunk capacity
284 L
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Trunk capacity
0 - 763 L
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Length
4,599 mm
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Length
4,973 - 5,450 mm
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Width
1,782 mm
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Width
1,941 - 2,032 mm
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Height
1,470 mm
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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
365 - 375 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
Manuel, 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
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
223 HP
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Power HP
110 - 286 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
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Max Speed
177 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
164 kW
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Power kW
81 - 210 kW
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Engine capacity
1,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,488 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023
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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
Toyota
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Brand
VW
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