Compare performance (286 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (37,500 £ vs 46,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Transporter Transporter or Maxus Euniq 5?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
VW Transporter Transporter is noticeably cheaper – starting at 37,500 £ , while the Maxus Euniq 5 costs 46,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,884 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the VW Transporter Transporter is very slightly more efficient: consuming 21.9 kWh/100km compared to 22.6 kWh/100km for the Maxus Euniq 5. That’s a difference of about 0.7 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Maxus Euniq 5 offers marginally more range – reaching up to 360 km, about 29 km more than the VW Transporter Transporter.
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 Transporter offers clearly more power – delivering 286 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 109 HP more horsepower.
Looking at top speed, the Maxus Euniq 5 is marginally faster – reaching 160 km/h, while the VW Transporter Transporter tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Transporter Transporter delivers noticeably 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: Maxus Euniq 5 offers more seats – 6 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Maxus Euniq 5 is only slightly lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 1,872 kg. The difference is around 62 kg.
When it comes to payload, the VW Transporter Transporter carries clearly more – 1,259 kg compared to 541 kg. That’s a difference of about 718 kg.
The VW Transporter Transporter 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 workhorse of the modern tradesman, blending practical cleverness with a cabin that's actually pleasant to spend a long day in. It may not steal the style spotlight, but its unshowy durability, clever load solutions and easy-to-live-with character make it a sensible pick for businesses and weekend projects alike.
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The Maxus Euniq 5 is a no-nonsense electric people carrier that pairs a cavernous interior with an unexpectedly polished cabin, so family duty feels a little less like a chore. It won’t set your pulse racing, but for buyers after fuss-free electric propulsion, flexible seating and clever everyday practicality, it’s a genuinely sensible and likeable choice.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
37,500 - 60,800 £
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Price
46,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 8.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 24.4 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.6 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
56 - 331 km
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Electric Range
360 km
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Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 220 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
MPV
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Seats
2 - 5
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Seats
6
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Doors
4 - 5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,872 - 2,462 kg
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Curb weight
1,810 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
0 L
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Length
5,050 - 5,450 mm
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Length
4,825 mm
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Width
2,032 mm
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Width
1,825 mm
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Height
1,966 - 1,985 mm
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Height
1,800 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
755 - 1,259 kg
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Payload
541 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, 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
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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
-
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Max Speed
112 - 150 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
1,996 - 2,488 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,025
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Model Year
2,023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, 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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