Volkswagen Caddy vs Ford Transit Custom Comparison

Volkswagen Caddy

Ford Transit Custom

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2024 Volkswagen

Caddy

2024 Ford

Transit Custom

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CarExpert Score

CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the van category, between scores of 7.8 and 8.4.

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8.0

8.2

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Based on the Volkswagen Caddy LIFE MAXI TDI320

Based on the Ford Transit Custom TREND (SWB)

Best suitable for...

Transporting things

Work

Fuel Efficiency

50L

245 to 320 km

72L

468 to 547 km

Warranty

5 year
warranty

MSRP

$40,990 - $64,090

$44,590 - $62,990

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CarExpert's Take

Jack Quick

Assistant Production Editor

Jack Quick drove this car and these were their findings:

Hits

Refined and efficient turbo-diesel engine
Car-like driving dynamics
Practical storage spaces

Misses

Tiny standard touchscreen
Ticking option boxes gets expensive
Halogen headlights as standard

Max Davies

Marketplace Journalist

Max Davies drove this car and these were their findings:

Hits

Comfortable interior
Loads of tech
Bulkhead protection as standard

Misses

More expensive than rivals
Some driving tech quirks
Occasional interior rattles

Standard Features

Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

Wireless phone charger

Powered tailgate

Rear air vents

Adaptive cruise control

Climate control

Reversing sensors

Reversing camera

Autonomous emergency braking

Optional Features

Alarm System/Tow Away Protection/Int Surveillance (+$610)
Alloy Spare Wheel with OE Tyre/Tool Kit/Jack (+$250)
Discover Media Navigation with 10 inch Touchscreen (+$1,600)
Light Assist - Auto High Beam Function (+$260)
LED Headlights & Separate Daytime Running Lights (+$1,350)

Prestige Paint (+$675)
Rear Lift Door (+$550)

Colours Available

Frozen White is standard, with Agate Black, Magnetic and Moondust Silver a $700 option.

You can also opt for one of 58 special-order colours for an extra $1400

Reviews

2025 Volkswagen Caddy review

The Volkswagen Caddy Maxi people mover offers van practicality with car-like driving dynamics. It doesn't come cheap, however.

Jack Quick

8.2

2025 Ford Transit Custom Trend SWB review

Ford's new commercial van is a worthwhile step forward, and it offers great value despite the increased asking price.

Max Davies

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Specs

Type
TURBO CDI, TURBO DIRECT F/INJ		TURBO DIESEL DIR INJ
Size (cc)
1498 - 1968		1995
Size (L)
2.0L, 1.5L		2.0L
Induction
DIESEL TURBO 4, TURBO 4		DIESEL TURBO 4
Camshaft
DUAL OVERHEAD CAM		DUAL OVERHEAD CAM
Valves/Ports per Cylinder
16		16
Power
75kW - 90kW		125kW - 136kW
Power RPM
2750 - 4500		3500
Torque
220Nm - 320Nm		390Nm - 405Nm
Torque RPM
1500 - 1750		1500
Bore Stroke
-		-
Compression Ratio
12.5 - 16.5		16.5

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Volkswagen Caddy vs Ford Transit Custom Comparison