Head to head · Large van
Volkswagen Crafter vs Fiat Ducato
On the measures that matter most to a used buyer — value retention, reliability, fuel economy and insurance — the Fiat Ducato comes out ahead of the Volkswagen Crafter, winning 2 of the 2 categories where the two differ.
| Measure | Volkswagen Crafter | Fiat Ducato |
|---|---|---|
| Est. value, ~3 years old | £18,500 (2023, 53,500 mi) | £17,750 (2023, 23,000 mi) |
| Value kept after 3 years | 52% | 52% |
| Reliability (MOT-derived, /100) | 46 | 55 · wins |
| Average mpg | 38 | 38 |
| Insurance group | 17 | 16 · wins |
| Road tax / year | £195 | £195 |
| Typical annual service | £185 | £185 |
Valuations are each model's ~3-year-old example at typical mileage, through the same model behind the profiles. Adjust mileage, trim and condition in the interactive comparison →
Crafter vs Ducato — quick answers
Which is more reliable, the Crafter or the Ducato?
The Fiat Ducato scores higher on Forecourt's MOT-derived reliability measure — 55 against the Volkswagen Crafter's 46 out of 100.
How much does a used Crafter cost compared with a Ducato?
A roughly three-year-old Volkswagen Crafter is worth about £18,500 at typical mileage, against about £17,750 for the equivalent Fiat Ducato.