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VW Transporter Bus vs Maxus T60 MAX comparison

Compare performance (286 HP vs 215 HP), boot space and price (41,500 £ vs 40,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Transporter Bus or Maxus T60 MAX?

VW Transporter Bus vs Maxus T60 MAX: Key differences

VW Transporter Bus

  • noticeably more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter

Maxus T60 MAX

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  • only slightly cheaper

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.

Maxus T60 MAX is only slightly cheaper – starting at 40,800 £ , while the VW Transporter Bus costs 41,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 689 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Transporter Bus uses 0.8 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Maxus T60 MAX with 9.1 L/100km. The difference is about 8.3 L/100km.

T60 MAX

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 VW Transporter Bus offers noticeably more power – delivering 286 HP compared to 215 HP. That’s roughly 71 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Transporter Bus is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Maxus T60 MAX takes 11.9 s. That’s about 4.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Maxus T60 MAX delivers moderately more torque with 500 Nm compared to 415 Nm. That’s about 85 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 somewhat lighter – 1,998 kg compared to 2,275 kg. The difference is around 277 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Maxus T60 MAX carries barely more – 1,225 kg compared to 1,143 kg. That’s a difference of about 82 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, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, 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
VW Transporter Bus
Maxus T60 MAX

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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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Maxus T60 MAX

The T60 MAX stands out with its rugged design and impressive capabilities, making it a solid choice for both work and adventure. Inside, drivers can expect a spacious cabin equipped with modern technology that enhances every journey. With its blend of comfort and durability, the T60 MAX is engineered to tackle any challenge, on or off the road.

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VW Transporter Bus
Maxus T60 MAX

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,500 - 85,100 £
Price
40,800 £
Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 9.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
9.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
22.4 - 24.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
87 - 324 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 229 g/km
co2
239 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Pickup
Seats
4 - 8
Seats
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,998 - 2,620 kg
Curb weight
2,275 kg
Trunk capacity
0 - 763 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,973 - 5,450 mm
Length
-
Width
1,941 - 2,032 mm
Width
1,960 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
1,225 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, 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
215 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 s
Max Speed
112 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
310 - 415 Nm
Torque
500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
81 - 210 kW
Power kW
158 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
1,996 cm3

General

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