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VW Transporter Bus vs Mitsubishi ASX comparison

Compare performance (286 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (41,500 £ vs 21,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Transporter Bus or Mitsubishi ASX?

VW Transporter Bus vs Mitsubishi ASX: Key differences

VW Transporter Bus

  • clearly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space
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Mitsubishi ASX

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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

Mitsubishi ASX is substantially cheaper – starting at 21,800 £ , while the VW Transporter Bus costs 41,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,716 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Transporter Bus uses 0.8 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mitsubishi ASX with 4.3 L/100km. The difference is about 3.5 L/100km.

ASX

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the VW Transporter Bus offers clearly more power – delivering 286 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 128 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Transporter Bus is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Mitsubishi ASX takes 8.9 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Transporter Bus delivers considerably more torque with 415 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 170 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: VW Transporter Bus offers more seats – 8 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Mitsubishi ASX is considerably lighter – 1,296 kg compared to 1,998 kg. The difference is around 702 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Transporter Bus offers markedly more boot space – 763 L compared to 484 L. That’s a difference of about 279 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Transporter Bus carries substantially more – 1,143 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 698 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

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
Mitsubishi ASX

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Mitsubishi ASX

The Mitsubishi ASX is a compact crossover that mixes practicality with a no-nonsense personality, making it an easy choice for buyers who want sensible space without the showroom theatrics. It won't set your pulse racing, but its composed ride and user-friendly kit make it a dependable companion for daily errands and weekend escapes — reliable rather than flashy.

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VW Transporter Bus
Mitsubishi ASX

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,500 - 85,100 £
Price
21,800 - 32,700 £
Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 9.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6 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
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co2
0 - 229 g/km
co2
99 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4 - 8
Seats
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,998 - 2,620 kg
Curb weight
1,296 - 1,493 kg
Trunk capacity
0 - 763 L
Trunk capacity
348 - 484 L
Length
4,973 - 5,450 mm
Length
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Width
1,941 - 2,032 mm
Width
1,797 mm
Height
1,907 - 1,997 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
3,672 - 4,005 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
330 - 1,143 kg
Payload
397 - 445 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 286 HP
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
112 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
310 - 415 Nm
Torque
190 - 245 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
81 - 210 kW
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,789 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F, B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, C
Brand
VW
Brand
Mitsubishi
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