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VW Transporter Transporter vs VW Caddy comparison

Compare performance (286 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (37,500 £ vs 27,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Transporter Transporter or VW Caddy?

VW Transporter Transporter vs VW Caddy: Key differences

VW Transporter Transporter

  • clearly more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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VW Caddy

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  • visibly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • a bit 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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

VW Caddy is visibly cheaper – starting at 27,800 £ , while the VW Transporter Transporter costs 37,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,756 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Caddy uses 0.5 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the VW Transporter Transporter with 7.1 L/100km. The difference is about 6.6 L/100km.

As for electric range, the VW Transporter Transporter offers substantially more range – reaching up to 331 km, about 210 km more than the VW Caddy.

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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 Transporter offers clearly more power – delivering 286 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 136 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Transporter Transporter is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the VW Caddy takes 11.4 s. That’s about 4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the VW Caddy is moderately faster – reaching 186 km/h, while the VW Transporter Transporter tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 36 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Transporter Transporter delivers visibly more torque with 415 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 95 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: VW Caddy offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, VW Caddy is a bit lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 1,872 kg. The difference is around 297 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Transporter Transporter carries clearly more – 1,259 kg compared to 710 kg. That’s a difference of about 549 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Caddy 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 £27,800
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VW Caddy

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.5 - 6.9 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 116 - 121 km
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VW Transporter Transporter

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 VW Caddy is the Swiss-army knife of compact vans — practical, surprisingly refined, and ready to swap a weekend adventure for a grocery run without breaking a sweat. It’s user-friendly, comfortable enough for daily driving, and sensible for buyers who want utility with a dash of style and no drama.

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Jakob Blans
12 May 2026, 16:22:17

A really lovely car with space for a wheelchair and much more, which we've had for almost 14 years and driven over 200,000 km with. Now the gearbox has failed and we'd like to buy a new one.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
37,500 - 60,800 £
Price
27,800 - 45,900 £
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 24.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
56 - 331 km
Electric Range
116 - 121 km
Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
0 - 220 g/km
co2
10 - 165 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,872 - 2,462 kg
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,998 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5,050 - 5,450 mm
Length
4,500 - 4,853 mm
Width
2,032 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
1,966 - 1,985 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,860 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,556 - 3,700 L
Payload
755 - 1,259 kg
Payload
501 - 710 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 286 HP
Power HP
102 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 14 s
Max Speed
112 - 150 km/h
Max Speed
173 - 186 km/h
Torque
310 - 415 Nm
Torque
220 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
81 - 210 kW
Power kW
75 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
VW
Brand
VW
Is the VW Transporter Transporter offered with different drivetrains?

The VW Transporter Transporter is available as Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

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