Head to head
Vauxhall Movano vs Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Crafter
The Vauxhall Movano holds 0.1 cubic metres more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Load volume: the Vauxhall Movano holds 0.1 cubic metres more.
Specifications side by side
| Vauxhall Movano | Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Crafter | |
|---|---|---|
| Payload | 1450 kg (L2H1, 3.5t diesel); 1375 kg (L3H2, 3.5t diesel); 2030 kg (L4H2 Heavy, 4.25t diesel); 1480 kg (L3H2, 4.25t electric) | 1061-1229 kg (Medium CR35, 3.5t); 881-1117 kg (Long CR35, 3.5t); 2352-2410 kg (Medium CR50, 5.0t) |
| Load volume | 10.0 m3 (L2H1); 13.0-15.0 m3 (L3H2/L3H3); 17.0 m3 (L4H3) | 9.9-11.3 m3 (Medium); 14.4-16.1 m3 (Long); 16.4-18.4 m3 (Long Maxi) |
| Towing capacity | 2500 kg (diesel, standard); 3000 kg (diesel, Heavy) | up to 3000 kg braked (3.5t models); up to 3500 kg braked (5.0t CR50) |
| Load length | - | 4855 mm (Long Maxi) |
Sources: Vauxhall Movano, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Crafter. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Movano if...
- you want one that holds 0.1 cubic metres more
The Movano mirrors the Renault Master's engineering and payload spread, and its Heavy derivatives at 4.25t GVW give UK fleets a way to boost payload past 2 tonnes without a driver needing a C1 licence upgrade beyond the standard 3.5t threshold on the base models.
Full Movano 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 Vauxhall Movano and the Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Crafter?
The Vauxhall Movano holds 0.1 cubic metres more. The Vauxhall Movano is a large panel van built on the same platform as the Renault Master, offered in diesel and electric.; 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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