Head to head
Ford Transit Custom vs MAN TGE TGE
The MAN TGE TGE holds 5.5 cubic metres more and takes loads 2.25m (7.5ft) longer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Load volume: the MAN TGE TGE holds 5.5 cubic metres more.
- Load length: the MAN TGE TGE takes loads 2.25m (7.5ft) longer.
- Towing capacity: the MAN TGE TGE tows 500kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Ford Transit Custom | MAN TGE TGE | |
|---|---|---|
| Payload | 1079-1207 kg (300 L1H1); 1262-1361 kg (320 L2H1) | 1239 kg (Standard WB, normal roof, 3.5t FWD); 1131 kg (Long WB, high roof, 3.5t FWD); 1059 kg (Extra Long WB, super-high roof, 3.5t FWD); 920 kg (5.0t RWD) |
| Load volume | 5.8 m3 (L1H1); 6.8 m3 (L2H1) | 11.3 m3 (Standard WB, high roof); 18.4 m3 (Extra Long WB, super-high roof) |
| Load length | 2602 mm (L1H1); 3002 mm (L2H1) | 4855 mm (Extra Long WB) |
| Towing capacity | 2500-2800 kg (diesel) | 3000 kg braked (3.5t derivatives); 3500 kg braked (5.0-5.5t derivatives) |
| Gross weight | 3225 kg (320 derivative) | - |
Sources: Ford Transit Custom, MAN TGE TGE. 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 TGE if...
- you want one that holds 5.5 cubic metres more
- you want one that takes loads 2.25m (7.5ft) longer
- you want one that tows 500kg more
The TGE offers the same body shell and volume options as the Crafter it shares a factory with, but adds a 5.5t rear-wheel-drive derivative not available on the VW, aimed at fleets wanting a heavier payload without a 7.5t truck.
Full TGE specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Ford Transit Custom and the MAN TGE TGE?
The MAN TGE TGE holds 5.5 cubic metres more and takes loads 2.25m (7.5ft) longer. The Ford Transit Custom is a medium panel van, Ford's best-selling UK van and the segment benchmark for self-drive hire.; the MAN TGE TGE is a large panel van engineered alongside the Volkswagen Crafter, offered from 3.0t to 5.5t GVW..
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