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VW Caddy Compact Van vs Tesla Model Y comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (25,800 £ vs 34,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Caddy Compact Van or Tesla Model Y?

VW Caddy Compact Van vs Tesla Model Y: Key differences

VW Caddy Compact Van

  • clearly cheaper
  • markedly lighter
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Tesla Model Y

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  • significantly more power
  • substantially more electric range
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Caddy Compact Van

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 Caddy Compact Van is clearly cheaper – starting at 25,800 £ , while the Tesla Model Y costs 34,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,456 £.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model Y offers substantially more range – reaching up to 622 km, about 502 km more than the VW Caddy Compact Van.

Model Y

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 Tesla Model Y offers significantly more power – delivering 460 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 310 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Model Y delivers significantly more torque with 660 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 340 Nm more.

Caddy Compact Van

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: Tesla Model Y offers more seats – 7 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, VW Caddy Compact Van is markedly lighter – 1,442 kg compared to 1,976 kg. The difference is around 534 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Caddy Compact Van carries noticeably more – 759 kg compared to 472 kg. That’s a difference of about 287 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model Y 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.

from £34,300
Model Y

Tesla Model Y

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 299 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.1 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 534 - 622 km
VW Caddy Compact Van
Tesla Model Y

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Tesla Model Y

The Tesla Model Y is a tech‑forward family SUV that marries blistering efficiency with enormous interior space, calm motorway manners and the obvious convenience of Tesla’s charging ecosystem and over‑the‑air updates. Its minimalist, screen‑centric cabin and rather firm ride — plus limited rear visibility and the absence of Apple CarPlay/Android Auto — are trade‑offs that will bother buyers who prioritise comfort or traditional ergonomics.

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VW Caddy Compact Van
Tesla Model Y

Costs and Consumption

Price
25,800 - 42,300 £
Price
34,300 - 53,100 £
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13.1 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
117 - 120 km
Electric Range
534 - 622 km
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
11 - 154 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,442 - 1,818 kg
Curb weight
1,976 - 2,108 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
822 - 836 L
Length
4,500 - 4,853 mm
Length
-
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,823 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 3,700 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
628 - 759 kg
Payload
435 - 472 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, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 150 HP
Power HP
299 - 460 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.2 s
Max Speed
175 - 186 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
220 - 320 Nm
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
75 - 110 kW
Power kW
220 - 338 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
Tesla
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