Compare performance (286 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (41,500 £ vs 45,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Transporter Bus or Maxus Euniq 6?
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 somewhat cheaper – starting at 41,500 £ , while the Maxus Euniq 6 costs 45,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,371 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Maxus Euniq 6 is marginally more efficient: consuming 21.5 kWh/100km compared to 22.4 kWh/100km for the VW Transporter Bus. That’s a difference of about 0.9 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Maxus Euniq 6 offers marginally more range – reaching up to 354 km, about 30 km more than the VW Transporter Bus.
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 VW Transporter Bus offers noticeably more power – delivering 286 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 109 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Transporter Bus is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Maxus Euniq 6 takes 10.5 s. That’s about 3.1 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the VW Transporter Bus is a bit faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Maxus Euniq 6 tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Transporter Bus delivers markedly more torque with 415 Nm compared to 310 Nm. That’s about 105 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: VW Transporter Bus offers more seats – 8 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Maxus Euniq 6 is only slightly lighter – 1,960 kg compared to 1,998 kg. The difference is around 38 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VW Transporter Bus offers only slightly more boot space – 763 L compared to 754 L. That’s a difference of about 9 L.
When it comes to payload, the VW Transporter Bus carries clearly more – 1,143 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 818 kg.
The VW Transporter Bus holds a decisive overall lead 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.
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 Maxus Euniq 6 arrives as a practical, family-friendly electric MPV that blends sensible packaging with a surprisingly upmarket feel inside. It’s an easy choice for buyers after roomy versatility and low running costs, with a no-nonsense charm that makes daily driving less of a chore and more of a sensible pleasure.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
41,500 - 85,100 £
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Price
45,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 9.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.4 - 24.9 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.5 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
87 - 324 km
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Electric Range
354 km
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Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 229 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 60 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
4 - 8
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Seats
5
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Doors
4 - 5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,998 - 2,620 kg
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Curb weight
1,960 kg
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Trunk capacity
0 - 763 L
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Trunk capacity
754 L
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Length
4,973 - 5,450 mm
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Length
4,735 mm
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Width
1,941 - 2,032 mm
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Width
1,860 mm
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Height
1,907 - 1,997 mm
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Height
1,736 mm
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Max trunk capacity
3,672 - 4,005 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
330 - 1,143 kg
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Payload
325 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
110 - 286 HP
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Power HP
177 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 s
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Max Speed
112 - 200 km/h
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Max Speed
160 km/h
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Torque
310 - 415 Nm
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Torque
310 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
81 - 210 kW
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Power kW
130 kW
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,488 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F, B, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
VW
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Brand
Maxus
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