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BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Mercedes Vito Bus comparison
Compare performance (530 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (39,900 £ vs 36,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Saloon or Mercedes Vito Bus?
BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Mercedes Vito Bus: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
3 Series Saloon
Costs and Efficiency:
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Mercedes Vito Bus is barely cheaper – starting at 36,300 £ , while the BMW 3 Series Saloon costs 39,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,612 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 3 Series Saloon uses 2.4 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes Vito Bus with 6.7 L/100km. The difference is about 4.3 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes Vito Bus offers substantially more range – reaching up to 370 km, about 269 km more than the BMW 3 Series Saloon.
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 BMW 3 Series Saloon offers clearly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 293 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 3 Series Saloon delivers visibly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm more.
3 Series Saloon
Space and Everyday Use:
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: Mercedes Vito Bus offers more seats – 8 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, BMW 3 Series Saloon is visibly lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 2,023 kg. The difference is around 448 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Vito Bus offers clearly more boot space – 1,390 L compared to 480 L. That’s a difference of about 910 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Vito Bus carries significantly more – 1,077 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 582 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The BMW 3 Series Saloon is decisively ahead 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 £39,900
BMW 3 Series Saloon
BMW 3 Series Saloon
Mercedes Vito Bus
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BMW 3 Series Saloon
The BMW 3 Series saloon is a driver's car in a suit, blending poised handling with a cabin that feels more premium than its practicality suggests. It’s composed enough for daily duties yet playful enough to keep weekend drives interesting, making it a sensible choice for buyers who still want to have fun.
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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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BMW 3 Series Saloon
Mercedes Vito Bus
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
39,900 - 92,200 £
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Price
36,300 - 55,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 10 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
26.7 - 26.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
96 - 101 km
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Electric Range
248 - 370 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
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co2
54 - 227 g/km
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co2
0 - 228 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
5
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Seats
8
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Doors
-
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1,575 - 1,960 kg
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Curb weight
2,023 - 2,739 kg
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Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
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Trunk capacity
580 - 1,390 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,895 - 5,370 mm
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Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
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Width
1,928 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,890 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
4,190 - 4,990 L
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Payload
405 - 495 kg
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Payload
726 - 1,077 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-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 - 530 HP
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Power HP
136 - 237 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
140 km/h
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Torque
250 - 700 Nm
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Torque
330 - 500 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
110 - 390 kW
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Power kW
100 - 174 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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