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Audi Q3 vs Mercedes Vito Bus - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (272 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (38200 £ vs 36300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q3 or Mercedes Vito Bus?
Q3
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mercedes Vito Bus has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36300 £ , while the Audi Q3 costs 38200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1898 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi Q3 manages with 1.70 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Mercedes Vito Bus with 6.70 L. The difference is about 5 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes Vito Bus performs decisively better – achieving up to 370 km, about 251 km more than the Audi Q3.
Vito 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 Audi Q3 has a a bit edge – offering 272 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 35 HP more horsepower.
In terms of top speed, the Audi Q3 performs clearly better – reaching 240 km/h, while the Mercedes Vito Bus tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 100 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes Vito Bus pulls to a small extent stronger with 500 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm difference.
Q3
Space and Everyday Use:
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Mercedes Vito Bus offers evident more seating capacity – 8 vs 5.
In curb weight, Audi Q3 is clearly perceptible lighter – 1635 kg compared to 2023 kg. The difference is around 388 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes Vito Bus offers decisively more room – 1390 L compared to 488 L. That’s a difference of about 902 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Vito Bus performs clearly better – up to 4990 L, which is about 3604 L more than the Audi Q3.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes Vito Bus clearly takes the win – 1077 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 542 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes Vito Bus is far ahead overall 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.
Audi Q3
Mercedes Vito Bus
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from about £36,300
Mercedes Vito Bus
Audi Q3
5 (1 Reviews)
The Audi Q3 feels like a grown-up compact SUV with premium polish and city-friendly agility, the sort of car that makes weekend escapes and daily commutes equally satisfying. Inside, you get quality materials and smart packaging that keep things practical without skimping on style, so it’s an easy pick for buyers who want luxury without the drama.
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Mercedes Vito Bus
The Mercedes Vito is a sturdy, no-nonsense people carrier that blends commercial practicality with a surprisingly civilised cabin, making long shuttles feel less like a chore. If you need a dependable transporter that swallows luggage, forgives hard use and still looks a touch more premium than a plain van, the Vito is an easy, sensible pick.
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Audi Q3
Mercedes Vito Bus
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
38200 - 52900 £
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Price
36300 - 55900 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 8.6 L
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Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 10 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
26.7 - 26.9 kWh
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Electric Range
118 - 119 km
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Electric Range
248 - 370 km
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
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co2
39 - 195 g/km
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co2
0 - 228 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 60 L
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Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
5
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Seats
8
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1635 - 1900 kg
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Curb weight
2023 - 2739 kg
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Trunk capacity
375 - 488 L
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Trunk capacity
580 - 1390 L
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Length
4531 mm
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Length
4895 - 5370 mm
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Width
1859 mm
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Width
1928 mm
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Height
1559 - 1601 mm
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Height
1890 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1196 - 1386 L
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Max trunk capacity
4190 - 4990 L
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Payload
505 - 535 kg
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Payload
726 - 1077 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
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Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 272 HP
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Power HP
136 - 237 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 9.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Max Speed
208 - 240 km/h
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Max Speed
140 km/h
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
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Torque
330 - 500 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
110 - 200 kW
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Power kW
100 - 174 kW
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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Engine capacity
1950 - 1999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Is the Audi Q3 offered with different drivetrains?
The Audi Q3 is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.