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VW Transporter Bus vs Hyundai IONIQ 9 comparison

Compare performance (286 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (41,500 £ vs 59,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Transporter Bus or Hyundai IONIQ 9?

VW Transporter Bus vs Hyundai IONIQ 9: Key differences

VW Transporter Bus

  • clearly cheaper
  • markedly lighter
  • substantially more trunk space
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Hyundai IONIQ 9

  • noticeably more power
  • moderately more efficient
  • considerably more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Transporter Bus

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 Transporter Bus is clearly cheaper – starting at 41,500 £ , while the Hyundai IONIQ 9 costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,393 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Hyundai IONIQ 9 is moderately more efficient: consuming 19.9 kWh/100km compared to 22.4 kWh/100km for the VW Transporter Bus. That’s a difference of about 2.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Hyundai IONIQ 9 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 620 km, about 296 km more than the VW Transporter Bus.

IONIQ 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 Hyundai IONIQ 9 offers noticeably more power – delivering 428 HP compared to 286 HP. That’s roughly 142 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai IONIQ 9 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.2 s, while the VW Transporter Bus takes 7.4 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai IONIQ 9 delivers significantly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 415 Nm. That’s about 285 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 7.

In terms of curb weight, VW Transporter Bus is markedly lighter – 1,998 kg compared to 2,594 kg. The difference is around 596 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Transporter Bus offers substantially more boot space – 763 L compared to 338 L. That’s a difference of about 425 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Transporter Bus carries substantially more – 1,143 kg compared to 643 kg. That’s a difference of about 500 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai IONIQ 9 is slightly 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 £59,900
IONIQ 9

Hyundai IONIQ 9

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 218 - 428 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.9 - 20.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 600 - 620 km
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VW Transporter Bus

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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Hyundai IONIQ 9

The Hyundai IONIQ 9 is a bold step forward in the automotive world, combining cutting-edge electric technology with a sleek and modern design. This model stands out with its spacious interior and advanced features, ensuring both comfort and convenience for drivers and passengers alike. As Hyundai pushes the envelope in eco-friendly innovation, the IONIQ 9 represents the future of sustainable driving with its impressive range and performance capabilities.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
41,500 - 85,100 £
Price
59,900 - 75,500 £
Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 9.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.4 - 24.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.9 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
87 - 324 km
Electric Range
600 - 620 km
Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 229 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Bus
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4 - 8
Seats
7
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,998 - 2,620 kg
Curb weight
2,594 - 2,689 kg
Trunk capacity
0 - 763 L
Trunk capacity
338 L
Length
4,973 - 5,450 mm
Length
-
Width
1,941 - 2,032 mm
Width
1,980 mm
Height
1,907 - 1,997 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
3,672 - 4,005 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
330 - 1,143 kg
Payload
586 - 643 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 286 HP
Power HP
218 - 428 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
112 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
310 - 415 Nm
Torque
350 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
81 - 210 kW
Power kW
160 - 315 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F, B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
Hyundai
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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