Head to head
Citroen Relay vs Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Crafter
The Citroen Relay holds 0.1 cubic metres more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Load volume: the Citroen Relay holds 0.1 cubic metres more.
Specifications side by side
| Citroen Relay | Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Crafter | |
|---|---|---|
| Payload | up to 2 tonnes on selected versions | 1061-1229 kg (Medium CR35, 3.5t); 881-1117 kg (Long CR35, 3.5t); 2352-2410 kg (Medium CR50, 5.0t) |
| Load volume | 10-17 m3 depending on body configuration | 9.9-11.3 m3 (Medium); 14.4-16.1 m3 (Long); 16.4-18.4 m3 (Long Maxi) |
| Load length | 3.12-4.07 m depending on version | 4855 mm (Long Maxi) |
| Towing capacity | 2250-3000 kg braked depending on version | up to 3000 kg braked (3.5t models); up to 3500 kg braked (5.0t CR50) |
Sources: Citroen Relay, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Crafter. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Relay if...
- you want one that holds 0.1 cubic metres more
The Relay covers the same broad range of lengths, heights and GVWs as its Boxer sibling, and is chosen by UK fleets on similar terms: load volume and conversion flexibility over brand cachet.
Full Relay specifications →Buy or hire the Crafter if...
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 Citroen Relay and the Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Crafter?
The Citroen Relay holds 0.1 cubic metres more. The Citroen Relay is a large panel van, the Citroen-badged sibling of the Peugeot Boxer and Fiat Ducato.; 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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