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BMW iX vs Mercedes Vito Bus comparison

Compare performance (659 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (71,600 £ vs 36,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW iX or Mercedes Vito Bus?

BMW iX vs Mercedes Vito Bus: Key differences

BMW iX

4.2 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • significantly more electric range
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Mercedes Vito Bus

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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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 clearly cheaper – starting at 36,300 £ , while the BMW iX costs 71,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 35,241 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BMW iX is considerably more efficient: consuming 17.8 kWh/100km compared to 26.7 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Vito Bus. That’s a difference of about 8.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW iX offers significantly more range – reaching up to 701 km, about 331 km more than the Mercedes Vito Bus.

Vito Bus

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 power, the BMW iX offers considerably more power – delivering 659 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 422 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW iX delivers significantly more torque with 1,015 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 515 Nm more.

iX

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 more seats – 8 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Vito Bus is clearly lighter – 2,023 kg compared to 2,525 kg. The difference is around 502 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Vito Bus offers clearly more boot space – 1,390 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 890 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Vito Bus carries considerably more – 1,077 kg compared to 575 kg. That’s a difference of about 502 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW iX is narrowly 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 £71,600
iX

BMW iX

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 408 - 659 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.8 - 20.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 600 - 701 km
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Reviews BMW iX

4.2 (3 Reviews)
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Massimiliano La Vignma
5 Feb 2026, 13:42:39

Innovative, with generous interior space but at the expense of the boot. I have an M60 — strong acceleration and excellent self-charging, especially on the motorway.

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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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Reviews Mercedes Vito Bus

5 (1 Reviews)
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Juan Ramírez
8 Apr 2026, 04:49:28

Comfort, useful space and engine — all good. It only seats two occupants, unless you ask otherwise.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
71,600 - 108,400 £
Price
36,300 - 55,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 10 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
26.7 - 26.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
600 - 701 km
Electric Range
248 - 370 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 228 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
8
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,525 - 2,655 kg
Curb weight
2,023 - 2,739 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
580 - 1,390 L
Length
-
Length
4,895 - 5,370 mm
Width
1,970 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
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Height
1,890 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
4,190 - 4,990 L
Payload
505 - 575 kg
Payload
726 - 1,077 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
408 - 659 HP
Power HP
136 - 237 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
140 km/h
Torque
700 - 1,015 Nm
Torque
330 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
300 - 485 kW
Power kW
100 - 174 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the BMW iX offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW iX is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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