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VW Transporter Bus vs Nissan Leaf comparison

Compare performance (286 HP vs 217 HP), boot space and price (41,500 £ vs 30,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Transporter Bus or Nissan Leaf?

VW Transporter Bus vs Nissan Leaf: Key differences

VW Transporter Bus

  • noticeably more power
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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Nissan Leaf

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • significantly more electric range
  • marginally 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:

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.

Nissan Leaf is clearly cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the VW Transporter Bus costs 41,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,664 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Nissan Leaf is considerably more efficient: consuming 13.7 kWh/100km compared to 22.4 kWh/100km for the VW Transporter Bus. That’s a difference of about 8.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Nissan Leaf offers significantly more range – reaching up to 624 km, about 300 km more than the VW Transporter Bus.

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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 217 HP. That’s roughly 69 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Transporter Bus is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Nissan Leaf takes 7.6 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Transporter Bus delivers slightly more torque with 415 Nm compared to 355 Nm. That’s about 60 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, Nissan Leaf is marginally lighter – 1,864 kg compared to 1,998 kg. The difference is around 134 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Transporter Bus offers clearly more boot space – 763 L compared to 437 L. That’s a difference of about 326 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Transporter Bus carries clearly more – 1,143 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 699 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Transporter Bus comes out clearly 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
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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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Nissan Leaf

The Nissan Leaf is a practical, easygoing electric hatch that turns daily commutes into a quiet, effortless affair while offering more cabin space than it lets on. It’s a sensible, wallet-friendly step into electrification for buyers who value comfort and simplicity over sporty drama, though those chasing long-distance thrills might look elsewhere.

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Mir
12 Mar 2026, 21:05:00

The author of this comparison probably doesn't read what they're writing. Almost 100 Nm is a small difference? XD And by the way, the Leaf is listed at 6.9 s to the first 100 km/h while the rival is over 8 s — that's not a small difference… it's a shame to read this comparison with so many mistakes; better to take a drive and judge for yourself.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
41,500 - 85,100 £
Price
30,800 - 41,100 £
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
13.7 - 13.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
87 - 324 km
Electric Range
436 - 624 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
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4 - 8
Seats
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,998 - 2,620 kg
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,956 kg
Trunk capacity
0 - 763 L
Trunk capacity
437 L
Length
4,973 - 5,450 mm
Length
-
Width
1,941 - 2,032 mm
Width
1,810 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
441 - 444 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 286 HP
Power HP
176 - 217 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.3 s
Max Speed
112 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
310 - 415 Nm
Torque
345 - 355 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
81 - 210 kW
Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F, B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
Nissan
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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