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Ford Tourneo Connect
Van · Gasoline
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Volkswagen Transporter T6.1
Van · Diesel
Ford Tourneo Connect
Car A
Ford Tourneo Connect
The Ford Tourneo Connect puts space and efficiency first for growing families and cargo-heavy routines. It offers good value in its segment with a very large 1025 L trunk and sensible petrol running costs.
5 seatsVanGasoline5-star safety
Volkswagen Transporter T6.1
Car B
Volkswagen Transporter T6.1
Volkswagen Transporter T6.1 blends five-seat family versatility with serious cargo capacity for mixed family and work needs. Diesel efficiency and a reliability-first focus make it a steady companion for long trips and daily duty.
5 seatsVanDiesel5-star safety150 hp
Why compared same body typesame seatssame usage profilesimilar pricestrong usage match

Usage fit

Family 86 / 87
City 45 / 32
Budget / value 64 / 64
Road trip 54 / 66
Performance 25 / 24
Cargo 70 / 68
Practical 54 / 56
Premium 23 / 31
Winter 26 / 30

Scores out of 100. Blue = Ford Tourneo Connect · Orange = Volkswagen Transporter T6.1

Specs side-by-side

Spec Ford Tourneo Connect Volkswagen Transporter T6.1
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Ford Tourneo Connect

  • Very large 1025 L cargo area handles family gear or work kits
  • Efficient for its class at 6.5 L/100 km, easing running costs
  • Good value in its segment at around 29,000
  • Balanced performance (0–100 km/h in 9.5 s) suits mixed city–motorway use

Volkswagen Transporter T6.1

  • Five seats with a sizable 1000 L load area cover family life and cargo-heavy tasks.
  • 340 Nm diesel torque delivers confident hauling and easy merging.
  • 6.5 L/100 km combined consumption is efficient for its class.
  • Prioritizes reliability and safety—good for no-fuss, everyday use.

Verdict

Pick Ford Tourneo Connect if…
Lower entry price
Ford Tourneo Connect starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.
Pick Volkswagen Transporter T6.1 if…
More power
Volkswagen Transporter T6.1 puts out 150 hp vs 122 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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