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Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe vs Mercedes Sprinter Transporter comparison

Compare performance (770 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (306,000 £ vs 26,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe or Mercedes Sprinter Transporter?

Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe vs Mercedes Sprinter Transporter: Key differences

Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe

  • substantially more power
  • a bit lighter
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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

DBS Superleggera Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter is substantially cheaper – starting at 26,900 £ , while the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe costs 306,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 279,052 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter uses 7.9 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe with 13.5 L/100km. The difference is about 5.6 L/100km.

Sprinter Transporter

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe offers substantially more power – delivering 770 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 566 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe is significantly faster – reaching 338 km/h, while the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter tops out at 90 km/h. The difference is around 248 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe delivers clearly more torque with 900 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 450 Nm more.

DBS Superleggera Coupe

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe offers more seats – 4 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe is a bit lighter – 1,845 kg compared to 2,052 kg. The difference is around 207 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter carries significantly more – 2,641 kg compared to 420 kg. That’s a difference of about 2,221 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Sprinter Transporter holds a decisive overall lead 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 £26,900
Sprinter Transporter

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

  • Engine Type Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 114 - 204 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 27.1 - 31.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 194 - 444 km
Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe
Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

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Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe

The Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe looks like it was chiseled by a sculptor with a need for speed, pairing aristocratic elegance with a deliberately brutal stance. It delivers a mood‑altering soundtrack and intoxicating shove that turns ordinary drives into cinematic escapes — perfect for buyers who want drama without sacrificing refinement.

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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

The Mercedes Sprinter is the dependable workhorse that makes light of heavy loads, blending smart practicality with a surprisingly carlike cabin that keeps drivers sane on long runs. With a range of configurations and a reputation for durability, it’s the van buyers turn to when they need something tough, clever and oddly enjoyable to drive.

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Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe
Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
306,000 £
Price
26,900 - 72,900 £
Consumption L/100km
13.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
27.1 - 31.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
194 - 444 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
56 - 113 kWh
co2
314 g/km
co2
0 - 333 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
75 L
Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
4
Seats
3
Doors
3
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,845 kg
Curb weight
2,052 - 3,166 kg
Trunk capacity
270 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,715 mm
Length
5,932 - 7,367 mm
Width
1,970 mm
Width
1,993 mm
Height
1,285 mm
Height
2,331 - 2,663 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
9,000 - 15,500 L
Payload
420 kg
Payload
577 - 2,641 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
770 HP
Power HP
114 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
338 km/h
Max Speed
90 km/h
Torque
900 Nm
Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
12
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
566 kW
Power kW
84 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
5,204 cm3
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
Brand
Aston Martin
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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