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VW Transporter Bus vs ZEEKR 001 comparison

Compare performance (286 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (41,500 £ vs 51,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Transporter Bus or ZEEKR 001?

VW Transporter Bus vs ZEEKR 001: Key differences

VW Transporter Bus

  • clearly cheaper
  • slightly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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ZEEKR 001

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  • clearly more power
  • noticeably more efficient
  • significantly 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:

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.

VW Transporter Bus is clearly cheaper – starting at 41,500 £ , while the ZEEKR 001 costs 51,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,942 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the ZEEKR 001 is noticeably more efficient: consuming 18.2 kWh/100km compared to 22.4 kWh/100km for the VW Transporter Bus. That’s a difference of about 4.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the ZEEKR 001 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 620 km, about 296 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 ZEEKR 001 offers clearly more power – delivering 544 HP compared to 286 HP. That’s roughly 258 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the ZEEKR 001 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the VW Transporter Bus takes 7.4 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the ZEEKR 001 delivers visibly more torque with 686 Nm compared to 415 Nm. That’s about 271 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: VW Transporter Bus offers more seats – 8 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, VW Transporter Bus is slightly lighter – 1,998 kg compared to 2,200 kg. The difference is around 202 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Transporter Bus offers clearly more boot space – 763 L compared to 539 L. That’s a difference of about 224 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Transporter Bus carries clearly more – 1,143 kg compared to 520 kg. That’s a difference of about 623 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The ZEEKR 001 is clearly superior overall 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.

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ZEEKR 001

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 272 - 544 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.2 - 18.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 585 - 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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The Zeekr 001 feels like a grown-up fastback from the future, blending sleek Scandinavian minimalism with surprising road presence that turns heads without shouting. Inside it's a premium, gadget-filled cocoon that makes electric driving effortless and enjoyable — a polished alternative for buyers who want something refreshingly different.

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VW Transporter Bus
ZEEKR 001

Costs and Consumption
Price
41,500 - 85,100 £
Price
51,400 - 62,600 £
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
18.2 - 18.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
87 - 324 km
Electric Range
585 - 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
Estate
Seats
4 - 8
Seats
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,998 - 2,620 kg
Curb weight
2,200 - 2,350 kg
Trunk capacity
0 - 763 L
Trunk capacity
539 L
Length
4,973 - 5,450 mm
Length
-
Width
1,941 - 2,032 mm
Width
2,005 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
505 - 520 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
272 - 544 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.2 s
Max Speed
112 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
310 - 415 Nm
Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
81 - 210 kW
Power kW
200 - 400 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
ZEEKR
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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