VW Transporter Bus alternatives & comparisons

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

Alternative models

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from £21,300

Fiat Doblò Van

Price 21,300 - 33,800 £
Body Type Cargo Van
Engine Type Petrol, Diesel, Electric
Transmission Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 102 - 136 HP
Consumption L/100km 5.2 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km 17.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range 354 km
Seats 2 - 5
Model Year 2,024 - 2,025
Torque 205 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders 3 - 4
Model Doblò
Modell Doblò Kastenwagen L1 1.2 PureTech, Doblò Kastenwagen L1 1.5 BlueHDi, Doblò Kastenwagen L2 1.5 BlueHDi, Doblò Multicab L2 1.5 BlueHDi, Doblò Kastenwagen L1, Doblò Kastenwagen L2, Doblò Multicab L2
CO2 Efficiency Class E, A
Trim Level Easy Pro, (mit erhöhter Nutzlast), Automatik, Automatik (mit erhöhter Nutzlast), 25th Anniversary, 25th Anniversary Automatik, 25th Anniversary Automatik (mit erhöhter Nutzlast)
Power kW 75 - 100 kW
co2 0 - 143 g/km
Engine capacity 1,199 - 1,499 cm3
Curb weight 1,329 - 1,813 kg
Width 1,848 mm
Brand Fiat
Payload 611 - 991 kg
Variant Kastenwagen/Multicab

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clearly more power
significantly more efficient
substantially cheaper
noticeably more efficient
barely more electric range
substantially lighter

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from £41,000

Vauxhall Movano

Price 41,000 - 58,400 £
Body Type Cargo Van
Engine Type Electric, Diesel
Transmission Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 140 - 279 HP
Consumption L/100km 7.5 - 9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km 26.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range 424 km
Seats 3 - 7
Model Year 2,024 - 2,025
Torque 350 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4
Model Movano
Modell Movano Electric Cargo L3H2 35+ Hochdach teilverglast, Movano Electric Cargo L3H2 35+ Hochdach vollverglast, Movano Electric Cargo L3H2 40 Hochdach teilverglast, Movano Electric Cargo L3H2 40 Hochdach vollverglast, Movano Electric Cargo L4H2 35+ Hochdach mit Überhang vollverglast, Movano Electric Cargo L4H2 40 Hochdach mit Überhang vollverglast, Movano Cargo L2H2 35 Hochdach teilverglast 2.2 BlueHDI 140, Movano Cargo L2H2 35 Hochdach vollverglast 2.2 BlueHDI 140, Movano Cargo L2H2 35 Hochdach teilverglast 2.2 BlueHDI 180, Movano Cargo L2H2 35 Hochdach vollverglast 2.2 BlueHDI 180, Movano Cargo L3H2 35 Hochdach vollverglast 2.2 BlueHDI 140, Movano Cargo L3H2 40 Hochdach vollverglast 2.2 BlueHDI 140, Movano Cargo L3H2 35 Hochdach vollverglast 2.2 BlueHDI 180, Movano Cargo L3H2 35+ Hochdach teilverglast 2.2 BlueHDI 180, Movano Cargo L3H2 40 Hochdach vollverglast 2.2 BlueHDI 180, Movano Cargo L4H2 35+ Hochdach mit Überhang vollverglast 2.2 BlueHDI 140, Movano Cargo L4H2 40 Hochdach mit Überhang vollverglast 2.2 BlueHDI 140, Movano Cargo L4H2 35+ Hochdach mit Überhang vollverglast 2.2 BlueHDI 180, Movano Cargo L4H2 40 Hochdach mit Überhang vollverglast 2.2 BlueHDI 180, Movano Cargo Doppelkabine L3H2 35+ Hochdach 2.2 BlueHDI 140, Movano Cargo Doppelkabine L3H2 35+ Hochdach 2.2 BlueHDI 180, Movano Cargo Doppelkabine L4H2 35+ Hochdach mit Überhang 2.2 BlueHDI 140, Movano Cargo Doppelkabine L4H2 35+ Hochdach mit Überhang 2.2 BlueHDI 180
CO2 Efficiency Class A, G
Trim Level Automatik
Power kW 103 - 205 kW
co2 0 - 233 g/km
Engine capacity 2,184 cm3
Curb weight 2,150 - 2,910 kg
Width 2,050 mm
Brand Vauxhall
Payload 590 - 2,020 kg
Variant Electric Cargo, Cargo

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marginally more power
significantly more efficient
slightly more efficient
barely lighter
only slightly cheaper
clearly more electric range

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from £36,300

Mercedes Vito Bus

Price 36,300 - 55,900 £
Body Type Bus
Engine Type Diesel, Electric, Petrol
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 136 - 237 HP
Consumption L/100km 6.7 - 10 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km 26.7 - 26.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range 248 - 370 km
Battery Capacity 60 - 90 kWh
Seats 8
Model Year 2024
Max Speed 140 km/h
Torque 330 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4
Doors 4
Model Vito
Modell Vito Tourer kompakt 114 CDI, Vito Tourer kompakt 116 CDI, Vito Tourer kompakt 119 CDI, eVito Tourer extralang (60 kWh), eVito Tourer extralang (90 kWh), eVito Tourer lang (60 kWh), eVito Tourer lang (90 kWh), Vito Tourer kompakt 124 CDI, Vito Tourer lang 124, Vito Tourer lang 124 CDI, Vito Tourer extralang 124, Vito Tourer extralang 114 CDI, Vito Tourer extralang 116 CDI, Vito Tourer extralang 119 CDI, Vito Tourer extralang 124 CDI, Vito Tourer lang 114 CDI, Vito Tourer lang 116 CDI, Vito Tourer lang 119 CDI
CO2 Efficiency Class G, A
Trim Level 9G-TRONIC, Pro 4x4 9G-TRONIC, Pro 9G-TRONIC, Select 9G-TRONIC, Select 4x4 9G-TRONIC
Power kW 100 - 174 kW
co2 0 - 228 g/km
Engine capacity 1,950 - 1,999 cm3
Curb weight 2,023 - 2,739 kg
Fuel tank capacity 57 - 70 L
Trunk capacity 580 - 1,390 L
Length 4,895 - 5,370 mm
Width 1,928 mm
Height 1,890 mm
Brand Mercedes-Benz
Max trunk capacity 4,190 - 4,990 L
Payload 726 - 1,077 kg

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Quick data check: Mercedes Vito Bus

slightly more power
clearly more efficient
moderately more efficient
only slightly lighter
somewhat cheaper
somewhat more electric range
substantially more trunk space

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from £35,100

Citroen Spacetourer

Price 35,100 - 44,900 £
Body Type Bus
Engine Type Electric, Diesel
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 136 - 180 HP
Consumption L/100km 6.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km 23.7 - 24 kWh/100km
Electric Range 219 - 351 km
Seats 8 - 9
Acceleration 0-100km/h 11 - 12.1 s
Model Year 2,024 - 2,025
Torque 260 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4
Model Spacetourer
Modell Spacetourer M Standard-Range, Spacetourer M Extended-Range, Spacetourer M 2.2 Diesel 180, Spacetourer XL 2.2 Diesel 180
CO2 Efficiency Class A, G
Trim Level Max, Plus, Plus EAT8, Max EAT8
Power kW 100 - 132 kW
co2 0 - 180 g/km
Engine capacity 2,184 cm3
Curb weight 1,953 - 2,211 kg
Trunk capacity 1,624 - 2,011 L
Width 1,920 mm
Brand Citroen
Payload 877 - 914 kg

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Citroen Spacetourer as a suitable alternative to VW Transporter Bus

In the realm of versatile passenger transporters, the Citroën Spacetourer and Volkswagen Transporter Bus carve out compelling niches, each delivering unique strengths. The Spacetourer seduces with its sleek design and emphasis on passenger comfort, enhanced by Citroën's signature smooth ride and cost-effectiveness. Meanwhile, the Transporter Bus stands as a paragon of reliability and robustness, offering expansive cargo capacity and a legacy of performance that appeals to both families and business operators alike.

The Citroën SpaceTourer is a quietly practical people carrier that turns the chaos of family transport into a calm, sensible experience. With clever interior packaging and a relaxed ride it makes long trips surprisingly pleasant — even the backseat critics might stop grumbling.

Quick data check: Citroen Spacetourer

markedly more power
substantially more efficient
barely more efficient
substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
slightly cheaper
barely more electric range
barely lighter
substantially more trunk space

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from £41,200

Fiat Ducato

Price 41,200 - 43,900 £
Body Type Cargo Van
Engine Type Diesel
Transmission Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 140 HP
Consumption L/100km 7.5 - 8.2 L/100km
Seats 3
Model Year 2025
Torque 350 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4
Model Ducato
Modell Ducato Maxi Kastenwagen 35 L3H2 140 Multijet3, Ducato Maxi Kastenwagen 40 L3H2 140 Multijet3
CO2 Efficiency Class G
Trim Level teilverglast, teilverglast Automatik
Power kW 103 kW
co2 198 - 217 g/km
Engine capacity 2,184 cm3
Curb weight 2,165 - 2,230 kg
Width 2,050 mm
Brand Fiat
Payload 1,315 - 2,020 kg
Variant Kastenwagen

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Quick data check: Fiat Ducato

considerably more power
clearly more efficient
very slightly lighter
only slightly cheaper

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from £43,500

Nissan Primastar Transporter

Price 43,500 - 48,500 £
Body Type Cargo Van
Engine Type Diesel
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 150 - 170 HP
Consumption L/100km 6.8 - 7 L/100km
Seats 3 - 6
Model Year 2025
Torque 350 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4
Model Primastar
Modell Primastar Kastenwagen L1H1 2,8t dCi 150, Primastar Kastenwagen L1H1 3,0t dCi 150, Primastar Kastenwagen L1H1 2,8t dCi 170, Primastar Kastenwagen L1H1 3,0t dCi 170, Primastar Kastenwagen L2H1 3,0t dCi 150, Primastar Kastenwagen L2H1 3,0t dCi 170, Primastar Kastenwagen Doppelkabine L1H1 2,8t dCi 150, Primastar Kastenwagen Doppelkabine L1H1 3,0t dCi 150, Primastar Kastenwagen Doppelkabine L1H1 2,8t dCi 170, Primastar Kastenwagen Doppelkabine L1H1 3,0t dCi 170, Primastar Kastenwagen Doppelkabine L2H1 3,0t dCi 150, Primastar Kastenwagen Doppelkabine L2H1 3,0t dCi 170
CO2 Efficiency Class G
Trim Level N-CONNECTA Automatik
Power kW 110 - 125 kW
co2 178 - 184 g/km
Engine capacity 1,997 cm3
Curb weight 1,926 - 2,075 kg
Width 1,956 mm
Brand Nissan
Payload 899 - 1,110 kg
Variant Kastenwagen

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Quick data check: Nissan Primastar Transporter

only slightly cheaper
considerably more power
considerably more efficient
very slightly lighter

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