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Audi A8 vs Mercedes Vito Transporter comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (91,400 £ vs 28,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A8 or Mercedes Vito Transporter?

Audi A8 vs Mercedes Vito Transporter: Key differences

Audi A8

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  • considerably more power
  • considerably more efficient
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Mercedes Vito Transporter

  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • only slightly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

A8

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes Vito Transporter is clearly cheaper – starting at 28,800 £ , while the Audi A8 costs 91,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 62,589 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A8 uses 4.6 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes Vito Transporter with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 2.2 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes Vito Transporter offers clearly more range – reaching up to 474 km, about 416 km more than the Audi A8.

Vito 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 Audi A8 offers considerably more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 334 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A8 delivers visibly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 300 Nm more.

A8

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 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Vito Transporter is only slightly lighter – 1,916 kg compared to 2,035 kg. The difference is around 119 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Vito Transporter carries clearly more – 884 kg compared to 700 kg. That’s a difference of about 184 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Vito Transporter 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 £28,800
Vito Transporter

Mercedes Vito Transporter

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Electric, Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 237 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6.8 - 9.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 21.2 - 26.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 304 - 474 km
Audi A8
Mercedes Vito Transporter

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Audi A8

The Audi A8 arrives with the kind of quiet authority that makes other limousines feel like they’re trying too hard, offering a cabin wrapped in subtle luxury and tech that never demands attention. For buyers who want composed comfort and discreet status, it’s the sensible splurge that turns daily commutes into a private parade.

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Mercedes Vito Transporter

The Mercedes Vito Transporter is a supremely practical workhorse that blends Mercedes refinement with van-like utility, making long days on the road feel surprisingly civilized. With a cleverly thought-out interior and a drive that won’t wear you out, the Vito is the ideal choice for businesses that want capability without sacrificing comfort — and yes, it still looks sharper than most vans at a client meeting.

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Audi A8
Mercedes Vito Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
91,400 - 134,900 £
Price
28,800 - 51,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 26.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
58 km
Electric Range
304 - 474 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
co2
105 - 260 g/km
co2
0 - 222 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,035 - 2,415 kg
Curb weight
1,916 - 2,518 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
4,895 - 5,390 mm
Width
1,945 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
-
Height
1,910 - 1,945 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 6,600 L
Payload
525 - 700 kg
Payload
547 - 884 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 571 HP
Power HP
102 - 237 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
120 - 140 km/h
Torque
500 - 800 Nm
Torque
270 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
210 - 420 kW
Power kW
75 - 174 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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