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VW Crafter vs Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe comparison

Compare performance (177 HP vs 770 HP), boot space and price (47,100 £ vs 306,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Crafter or Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe?

VW Crafter vs Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe: Key differences

VW Crafter

  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
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Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe

  • significantly more power
  • a bit lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Crafter

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 Crafter is significantly cheaper – starting at 47,100 £ , while the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe costs 306,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 258,876 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Crafter uses 8.4 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe with 13.5 L/100km. The difference is about 5.1 L/100km.

DBS Superleggera Coupe

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 Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe offers significantly more power – delivering 770 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 593 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe is substantially faster – reaching 338 km/h, while the VW Crafter tops out at 165 km/h. The difference is around 173 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe delivers significantly more torque with 900 Nm compared to 410 Nm. That’s about 490 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe offers more seats – 4 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe is a bit lighter – 1,845 kg compared to 2,072 kg. The difference is around 227 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Crafter carries considerably more – 2,994 kg compared to 420 kg. That’s a difference of about 2,574 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Crafter 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 £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
VW Crafter
Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe

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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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Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe

The Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe looks like it was chiseled by a sculptor with a need for speed, pairing aristocratic elegance with a deliberately brutal stance. It delivers a mood‑altering soundtrack and intoxicating shove that turns ordinary drives into cinematic escapes — perfect for buyers who want drama without sacrificing refinement.

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VW Crafter
Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
47,100 - 68,800 £
Price
306,000 £
Consumption L/100km
8.4 - 13.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
13.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
220 - 342 g/km
co2
314 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
75 L
Fuel tank capacity
75 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
2
Seats
4
Doors
4
Doors
3
Curb weight
2,072 - 2,810 kg
Curb weight
1,845 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
270 L
Length
5,986 - 7,391 mm
Length
4,715 mm
Width
2,040 - 2,069 mm
Width
1,970 mm
Height
2,355 - 2,830 mm
Height
1,285 mm
Max trunk capacity
9,300 - 18,400 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
1,037 - 2,994 kg
Payload
420 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 177 HP
Power HP
770 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 s
Max Speed
90 - 165 km/h
Max Speed
338 km/h
Torque
360 - 410 Nm
Torque
900 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
12
Power kW
103 - 130 kW
Power kW
566 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 cm3
Engine capacity
5,204 cm3

General

Model Year
2,017 - 2,023
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
VW
Brand
Aston Martin
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