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VW Transporter Bus vs Genesis G90 comparison

Compare performance (286 HP vs 415 HP), boot space and price (41,500 £ vs 96,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Transporter Bus or Genesis G90?

VW Transporter Bus vs Genesis G90: Key differences

VW Transporter Bus

  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • a bit lighter
  • substantially more trunk space
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Genesis G90

  • noticeably more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Transporter Bus

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 Transporter Bus is clearly cheaper – starting at 41,500 £ , while the Genesis G90 costs 96,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 54,676 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Transporter Bus uses 0.8 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Genesis G90 with 11 L/100km. The difference is about 10.2 L/100km.

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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 Genesis G90 offers noticeably more power – delivering 415 HP compared to 286 HP. That’s roughly 129 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Genesis G90 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.2 s, while the VW Transporter Bus takes 7.4 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Genesis G90 is a bit faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW Transporter Bus tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis G90 delivers clearly more torque with 549 Nm compared to 415 Nm. That’s about 134 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: VW Transporter Bus offers more seats – 8 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, VW Transporter Bus is a bit lighter – 1,998 kg compared to 2,260 kg. The difference is around 262 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Transporter Bus offers substantially more boot space – 763 L compared to 368 L. That’s a difference of about 395 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Transporter Bus carries considerably more – 1,143 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 638 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.

from £41,500
Transporter Bus

VW Transporter Bus

  • Engine Type Diesel, Petrol, Plug-in Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission Manual, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 110 - 286 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 0.8 - 9.2 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 22.4 - 24.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 87 - 324 km
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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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The Genesis G90 is the brand's flagship limousine, wrapping passengers in a serene cabin that feels bespoke and quietly confident. It delivers a cultured ride, sumptuous materials and clever tech smarts, all served with an understated swagger that makes rear-seat commuters feel like they've finally arrived.

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Genesis G90

Costs and Consumption
Price
41,500 - 85,100 £
Price
96,200 - 108,200 £
Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 9.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
11 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
22.4 - 24.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
87 - 324 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 229 g/km
co2
248 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
73 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4 - 8
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,998 - 2,620 kg
Curb weight
2,260 - 2,470 kg
Trunk capacity
0 - 763 L
Trunk capacity
368 L
Length
4,973 - 5,450 mm
Length
5,275 - 5,465 mm
Width
1,941 - 2,032 mm
Width
1,930 mm
Height
1,907 - 1,997 mm
Height
1,490 mm
Max trunk capacity
3,672 - 4,005 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
330 - 1,143 kg
Payload
370 - 505 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Plug-in Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 286 HP
Power HP
415 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 5.4 s
Max Speed
112 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
310 - 415 Nm
Torque
549 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
81 - 210 kW
Power kW
305 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
3,470 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F, B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
VW
Brand
Genesis
What drive types are available for the VW Transporter Bus?

The VW Transporter Bus is offered with Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

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