Head to head
Ford Transit Transit Connect vs Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Crafter
The Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Crafter takes loads 3.06m (10ft) longer.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Load length: the Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Crafter takes loads 3.06m (10ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Ford Transit Transit Connect | Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Crafter | |
|---|---|---|
| Payload | 790kg | 1061-1229 kg (Medium CR35, 3.5t); 881-1117 kg (Long CR35, 3.5t); 2352-2410 kg (Medium CR50, 5.0t) |
| Load length | 1,797mm (L1); 2,150mm (L2) | 4855 mm (Long Maxi) |
| Load volume | 3.1m3 (L1); 3.7m3 (L2) | 9.9-11.3 m3 (Medium); 14.4-16.1 m3 (Long); 16.4-18.4 m3 (Long Maxi) |
| Towing capacity | - | up to 3000 kg braked (3.5t models); up to 3500 kg braked (5.0t CR50) |
Sources: Ford Transit Transit Connect, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Crafter. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Transit Connect if...
A compact panel van for tradespeople, couriers and facilities teams who want a small van that still takes two Euro pallets in the long version. It suits hire for tools, parts and light deliveries around town.
Full Transit Connect specifications →Buy or hire the Crafter if...
- you want one that takes loads 3.06m (10ft) longer
The Crafter's wide GVW range, up to a 5.0t CR50 derivative, lets it cover jobs that would otherwise need a 7.5t truck, and it is commonly chosen by fleets that also want a driver-friendly cab.
Full Crafter specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Ford Transit Transit Connect and the Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Crafter?
The Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Crafter takes loads 3.06m (10ft) longer. The Ford Transit Transit Connect is a compact panel van in L1 and L2 lengths; the Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Crafter is a large panel van offered from 3.0t to 5.0t GVW, VW's rival to the Sprinter and Transit..
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