Head to head
MAN TGE TGE vs Vauxhall Vivaro
The MAN TGE TGE holds 6 cubic metres more and takes loads 2.34m (7.5ft) longer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Load volume: the MAN TGE TGE holds 6 cubic metres more.
- Load length: the MAN TGE TGE takes loads 2.34m (7.5ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| MAN TGE TGE | Vauxhall Vivaro | |
|---|---|---|
| Payload | 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) | 1173 kg (Medium, diesel 120hp); 1326 kg (Medium, diesel 150hp manual); 1121-1294 kg (Long/XL, diesel); 1210 kg (electric, Medium) |
| Load volume | 11.3 m3 (Standard WB, high roof); 18.4 m3 (Extra Long WB, super-high roof) | 5.3 m3 (Medium); 6.1 m3 (Long/XL) |
| Load length | 4855 mm (Extra Long WB) | 2512 mm (floor (Medium)); 2862 mm (floor (Long/XL)) |
| Towing capacity | 3000 kg braked (3.5t derivatives); 3500 kg braked (5.0-5.5t derivatives) | 2500 kg braked (diesel, 150hp) |
Sources: MAN TGE TGE, Vauxhall Vivaro. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the TGE if...
- you want one that holds 6 cubic metres more
- you want one that takes loads 2.34m (7.5ft) longer
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 →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 MAN TGE TGE and the Vauxhall Vivaro?
The MAN TGE TGE holds 6 cubic metres more and takes loads 2.34m (7.5ft) longer. The MAN TGE TGE is a large panel van engineered alongside the Volkswagen Crafter, offered from 3.0t to 5.5t GVW.; 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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