Head to head
Ford Transit Custom vs Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Caddy Cargo
The Ford Transit Custom is a medium panel van, ford's best-selling uk van and the segment benchmark for self-drive hire.. The Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Caddy Cargo is a compact panel van with diesel, petrol or plug-in hybrid engines.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Specifications side by side
| Ford Transit Custom | Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Caddy Cargo | |
|---|---|---|
| Payload | 1079-1207 kg (300 L1H1); 1262-1361 kg (320 L2H1) | up to 700kg |
| Load volume | 5.8 m3 (L1H1); 6.8 m3 (L2H1) | 3.1m3 - 3.7m3 |
| Load length | 2602 mm (L1H1); 3002 mm (L2H1) | Up to 2,150mm |
| Gross weight | 3225 kg (320 derivative) | - |
| Towing capacity | 2500-2800 kg (diesel) | - |
Sources: Ford Transit Custom, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Caddy Cargo. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Custom if...
The Transit Custom is the van most UK hire firms stock as their default medium van, and its L1/L2 length and 280/300/320 weight choices cover most trade and removals jobs without stepping up to a large van.
Full Custom specifications →Buy or hire the Caddy Cargo if...
A small panel van for couriers, tradespeople and local delivery rounds that want car-like driving with a proper load area. It suits van hire for tools, parcels and light removals around town.
Full Caddy Cargo specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Ford Transit Custom and the Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Caddy Cargo?
The Ford Transit Custom is a medium panel van, Ford's best-selling UK van and the segment benchmark for self-drive hire.; the Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Caddy Cargo is a compact panel van with diesel, petrol or plug-in hybrid engines.
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