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Aixam Minauto vs Mercedes Sprinter Bus comparison

Compare performance (8 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (9,900 £ vs 41,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Aixam Minauto or Mercedes Sprinter Bus?

Aixam Minauto vs Mercedes Sprinter Bus: Key differences

Aixam Minauto

  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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Mercedes Sprinter Bus

  • significantly more power
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Minauto

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Aixam Minauto is substantially cheaper – starting at 9,900 £ , while the Mercedes Sprinter Bus costs 41,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 31,449 £.

Sprinter Bus

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes Sprinter Bus offers significantly more power – delivering 190 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 182 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Sprinter Bus delivers clearly more torque with 450 Nm compared to 40 Nm. That’s about 410 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 2 people.

In terms of curb weight, Aixam Minauto is clearly lighter – 425 kg compared to 2,356 kg. The difference is around 1,931 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Bus carries considerably more – 1,144 kg compared to 250 kg. That’s a difference of about 894 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Aixam Minauto stands well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £9,900
Minauto

Aixam Minauto

  • Engine Type Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 8 HP
  • Electric Range 75 km
Aixam Minauto
Mercedes Sprinter Bus

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Aixam Minauto

The Aixam Minauto is a distinctive vehicle that combines style and practicality, making it an appealing choice for urban driving. Its compact design allows for easy navigation through crowded city streets, while the comfortable interior ensures a pleasant ride. With a focus on efficiency and accessibility, the Minauto stands out as a solution for those seeking a unique alternative to conventional cars.

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Mercedes Sprinter Bus

The Mercedes Sprinter is the go-to people-mover for operators and families who want robust practicality wrapped in a premium feel, with a flexible interior that can be tailored from shuttle to mobile office without breaking a sweat. Sporting the three-pointed star and the driving manners of a tall estate, the Sprinter Bus is comfortable, dependable and refreshingly easy to live with day after day.

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Aixam Minauto
Mercedes Sprinter Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
9,900 - 10,900 £
Price
41,400 - 55,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
9.3 - 12.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
75 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
244 - 322 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Bus
Seats
2
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
425 kg
Curb weight
2,356 - 2,559 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
5,932 - 6,967 mm
Width
1,500 mm
Width
1,993 mm
Height
-
Height
2,633 - 2,659 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
250 kg
Payload
814 - 1,144 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
8 HP
Power HP
114 - 190 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
150 - 159 km/h
Torque
21 - 40 Nm
Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
2
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
6 kW
Power kW
84 - 140 kW
Engine capacity
479 cm3
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Aixam
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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