VW Grand California alternatives & comparisons

Here you can find alternatives to the VW Grand California, based on existing comparison pages and popular model matchups. We currently show 6 suitable models as a starting point for your buying decision.

VW Grand California

Alternative models

These models are frequently compared with the VW Grand California and are good next research steps.

from £34,300
Ducato

Fiat Ducato

  • Engine Type : Diesel
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 120 - 140 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.5 - 8.2 L/100km

Fiat Ducato as a suitable alternative to VW Grand California

In the realm of camper vans, the Fiat Ducato and VW Grand California stand out for their unique offerings. The Ducato is often praised for its versatile interior customization options and fuel efficiency, making it an attractive choice for long hauls. Meanwhile, the VW Grand California dazzles with its sleek design and advanced technological features, catering to those who prioritize comfort and modernity on their road adventures.

The Fiat Ducato is a no-nonsense workhorse that turns practicality into an artform, with a cavernous, flexible load area and predictable, car-like driving manners that make long days behind the wheel far less tedious. It’s equally at home with a tradesman’s kit or a camper conversion, offering sensible packaging, easy servicing and the sort of reliability that keeps surprises—and down-time—to a minimum.

Quick data check: Fiat Ducato

  • slightly more power
  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially lighter
from £41,400
Sprinter Bus

Mercedes Sprinter Bus

  • Engine Type : Diesel
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 114 - 190 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 9.3 - 12.3 L/100km

Quick data check: Mercedes Sprinter Bus

  • significantly cheaper
  • a bit more power
  • visibly lighter
from £57,500
Marco Polo

Mercedes Marco Polo

  • Engine Type : Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 163 - 237 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.4 - 8.3 L/100km

Quick data check: Mercedes Marco Polo

  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • visibly lighter
  • considerably more trunk space
from £32,800
PV5

Kia PV5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 121 - 163 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 295 - 416 km

Quick data check: Kia PV5

  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
from £64,700
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Ford Nugget

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 233 HP

Quick data check: Ford Nugget

  • barely cheaper
  • clearly more power
from £34,200
Kuga

Ford Kuga

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 243 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.8 - 6.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 68 km

Quick data check: Ford Kuga

  • considerably cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • considerably lighter
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