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VW Crafter vs Maxus Deliver 9 comparison

Compare performance (177 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (47,100 £ vs 38,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Crafter or Maxus Deliver 9?

VW Crafter vs Maxus Deliver 9: Key differences

VW Crafter

  • only slightly more efficient
  • moderately lighter
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Maxus Deliver 9

  • clearly cheaper
  • a bit more power
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Crafter

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Maxus Deliver 9 is clearly cheaper – starting at 38,700 £ , while the VW Crafter costs 47,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,375 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Crafter uses 8.4 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Maxus Deliver 9 with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.

Deliver 9

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 Maxus Deliver 9 offers a bit more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Crafter delivers marginally more torque with 410 Nm compared to 375 Nm. That’s about 35 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: Maxus Deliver 9 offers more seats – 7 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, VW Crafter is moderately lighter – 2,072 kg compared to 2,360 kg. The difference is around 288 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Crafter carries significantly more – 2,994 kg compared to 1,140 kg. That’s a difference of about 1,854 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Maxus Deliver 9 is clearly superior overall 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 £38,700
Deliver 9

Maxus Deliver 9

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 148 - 204 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 8.8 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 26.2 - 30.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 287 - 358 km
VW Crafter
Maxus Deliver 9

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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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Maxus Deliver 9

The Maxus Deliver 9 is a no-nonsense cargo hauler that pairs clever practicality with a surprisingly car-like driving feel, making it a smart choice for urban fleets and weekend DIY warriors. It may not stop traffic for looks, but its roomy, sensible interior and dependable demeanour mean you get work done without the drama.

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VW Crafter
Maxus Deliver 9

Costs and Consumption

Price
47,100 - 68,800 £
Price
38,700 - 60,200 £
Consumption L/100km
8.4 - 13.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
26.2 - 30.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
287 - 358 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
220 - 342 g/km
co2
0 - 231 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
75 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
2
Seats
3 - 7
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,072 - 2,810 kg
Curb weight
2,360 - 2,770 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5,986 - 7,391 mm
Length
-
Width
2,040 - 2,069 mm
Width
2,062 mm
Height
2,355 - 2,830 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
9,300 - 18,400 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
1,037 - 2,994 kg
Payload
730 - 1,140 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 177 HP
Power HP
148 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
16 - 19 s
Max Speed
90 - 165 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
360 - 410 Nm
Torque
330 - 375 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
103 - 130 kW
Power kW
108 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 cm3
Engine capacity
1,996 cm3

General

Model Year
2,017 - 2,023
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
VW
Brand
Maxus
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