Audi A1 vs Mercedes Vito Transporter – Performance, range & efficiency compared

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

Costs and Efficiency: Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Audi A1 has the markedly advantage in terms of price – starting at 19700 £, while the Mercedes Vito Transporter starts at 28800 £. That’s a price difference of about 9111 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A1 manages with 5.20 L and is therefore distinctly more efficient than the Mercedes Vito Transporter with 6.80 L. The difference is about 1.60 L per 100 km.

Engine and Performance: Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine performance, the Mercedes Vito Transporter clearly takes the lead – with 237 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s a power increase of roughly 30 HP.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A1 is slightly ahead – reaching 245 km/h, while the Mercedes Vito Transporter tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is roughly 105 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Vito Transporter pulls visibly stronger, offering 500 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 180 Nm difference.

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 enough space for 5 passengers.

The Audi A1 is slightly lighter – 1175 kg compared to 1916 kg. The weight difference is around 741 kg.

In maximum load capacity, Mercedes Vito Transporter wins – up to 6600 L, about 5510 L more than the Audi A1.

Payload capacity also favors the Mercedes Vito Transporter decisively – 884 kg compared to 470 kg. The difference is roughly 414 kg.

Overall, the Mercedes Vito Transporter proves to be stands out clearly overall and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It impresses with the more balanced overall package and is the more versatile choice for everyday driving.