Head to head
Ford Transit Large Van vs Vauxhall Vivaro
The Ford Transit Large Van holds 7.1 cubic metres more and takes loads 1.02m (3.5ft) longer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Load volume: the Ford Transit Large Van holds 7.1 cubic metres more.
- Load length: the Ford Transit Large Van takes loads 1.02m (3.5ft) longer.
- Towing capacity: the Ford Transit Large Van tows 300kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Ford Transit Large Van | Vauxhall Vivaro | |
|---|---|---|
| Payload | 1098 kg (350 L3H3) | 1173 kg (Medium, diesel 120hp); 1326 kg (Medium, diesel 150hp manual); 1121-1294 kg (Long/XL, diesel); 1210 kg (electric, Medium) |
| Load volume | 12.4 m3 (L3H3) | 5.3 m3 (Medium); 6.1 m3 (Long/XL) |
| Load length | 3533 mm (L3H3) | 2512 mm (floor (Medium)); 2862 mm (floor (Long/XL)) |
| Towing capacity | 2800 kg | 2500 kg braked (diesel, 150hp) |
| Gross weight | 3500 kg | - |
Sources: Ford Transit Large Van, Vauxhall Vivaro. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Large Van if...
- you want one that holds 7.1 cubic metres more
- you want one that takes loads 1.02m (3.5ft) longer
- you want one that tows 300kg more
The large Transit remains a fleet mainstay for removals and trade work needing more room than the Custom, with this L3H3 350 spec representing a common mid-range hire configuration.
Full Large Van specifications →Buy or hire the Vivaro if...
The Vivaro is Vauxhall's medium-van answer to the Transit Custom, with Medium and Long/XL body lengths and a battery-electric option aimed at fleets moving to zero-emission urban delivery.
Full Vivaro specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Ford Transit Large Van and the Vauxhall Vivaro?
The Ford Transit Large Van holds 7.1 cubic metres more and takes loads 1.02m (3.5ft) longer. The Ford Transit Large Van is a large panel van, the long-running Ford Transit in L3H3 350 form as offered on UK commercial hire fleets.; the Vauxhall Vivaro is a medium panel van built on the same platform as the Renault Trafic, offered in diesel and electric..
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