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VW Caddy Compact Van vs Lotus Eletre comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (25,800 £ vs 85,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Caddy Compact Van or Lotus Eletre?

VW Caddy Compact Van vs Lotus Eletre: Key differences

VW Caddy Compact Van

  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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Lotus Eletre

  • considerably more power
  • substantially more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Caddy Compact Van

Costs and Efficiency:

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 Caddy Compact Van is substantially cheaper – starting at 25,800 £ , while the Lotus Eletre costs 85,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 59,884 £.

As for electric range, the Lotus Eletre offers substantially more range – reaching up to 570 km, about 450 km more than the VW Caddy Compact Van.

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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 Lotus Eletre offers considerably more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 768 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Lotus Eletre is clearly faster – reaching 265 km/h, while the VW Caddy Compact Van tops out at 186 km/h. The difference is around 79 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Eletre delivers considerably more torque with 985 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 665 Nm more.

Caddy Compact Van

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: Lotus Eletre offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, VW Caddy Compact Van is clearly lighter – 1,442 kg compared to 2,565 kg. The difference is around 1,123 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the VW Caddy Compact Van offers substantially more capacity – up to 3,700 L, about 2,168 L more than the Lotus Eletre.

When it comes to payload, the VW Caddy Compact Van carries visibly more – 759 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 274 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lotus Eletre 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.

from £85,700
Eletre

Lotus Eletre

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 612 - 918 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 450 - 570 km
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VW Caddy Compact Van

The VW Caddy is a clever compact van that turns urban chores into something almost enjoyable, thanks to smart packaging and a cabin that refuses to feel like punishment. For buyers who want useful practicality without drama, the Caddy is a tidy, dependable choice that quietly gets the job done while remaining surprisingly pleasant to drive.

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The Lotus Eletre is a bold, electric SUV that finally lets Lotus step into the luxury EV arena without losing the brand's famed focus on razor-sharp handling and driver engagement. Inside, it pairs a futuristic, tech-heavy cabin with surprising comfort and poise — think of a sports car in evening wear, ready to sprint yet polite enough for the school run.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
25,800 - 42,300 £
Price
85,700 - 138,000 £
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
117 - 120 km
Electric Range
450 - 570 km
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
109 kWh
co2
11 - 154 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,442 - 1,818 kg
Curb weight
2,565 - 2,745 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
688 L
Length
4,500 - 4,853 mm
Length
5,103 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Width
2,060 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,823 mm
Height
1,630 mm
Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 3,700 L
Max trunk capacity
1,532 L
Payload
628 - 759 kg
Payload
405 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 150 HP
Power HP
612 - 918 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 - 4.5 s
Max Speed
175 - 186 km/h
Max Speed
258 - 265 km/h
Torque
220 - 320 Nm
Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
75 - 110 kW
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
Lotus
What drivetrain options does the VW Caddy Compact Van have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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