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Peugeot Partner vs Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Crafter
The Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Crafter tows 2,250kg more.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Towing capacity: the Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Crafter tows 2,250kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Peugeot Partner | Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Crafter | |
|---|---|---|
| Load volume | up to 4.4m3 | 9.9-11.3 m3 (Medium); 14.4-16.1 m3 (Long); 16.4-18.4 m3 (Long Maxi) |
| Payload | up to 984kg | 1061-1229 kg (Medium CR35, 3.5t); 881-1117 kg (Long CR35, 3.5t); 2352-2410 kg (Medium CR50, 5.0t) |
| Load length | up to 3,440mm | 4855 mm (Long Maxi) |
| Towing capacity | up to 750kg | up to 3000 kg braked (3.5t models); up to 3500 kg braked (5.0t CR50) |
Sources: Peugeot Partner, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Crafter. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Partner if...
A compact panel van for trades, couriers and local delivery work that want a small van with a long load area. It suits van hire for tools, parts and parcels where a larger van would be hard to park or manoeuvre.
Full Partner specifications →Buy or hire the Crafter if...
- you want one that tows 2,250kg more
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 Peugeot Partner and the Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Crafter?
The Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Crafter tows 2,250kg more. The Peugeot Partner is a compact panel van in standard and long 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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