Compare performance (136 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (31,600 £ vs 41,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD ETP3 or Mercedes Sprinter Bus?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
BYD ETP3 is clearly cheaper – starting at 31,600 £ , while the Mercedes Sprinter Bus costs 41,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,763 £.
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 Mercedes Sprinter Bus offers noticeably more power – delivering 190 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 54 HP more horsepower.
Looking at top speed, the Mercedes Sprinter Bus is noticeably faster – reaching 159 km/h, while the BYD ETP3 tops out at 100 km/h. The difference is around 59 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Sprinter Bus delivers substantially more torque with 450 Nm compared to 180 Nm. That’s about 270 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 2 people.
In terms of curb weight, BYD ETP3 is significantly lighter – 1,640 kg compared to 2,356 kg. The difference is around 716 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Bus carries visibly more – 1,144 kg compared to 780 kg. That’s a difference of about 364 kg.
The Mercedes Sprinter Bus holds a slight edge 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.
The BYD ETP3 is a smart, no-nonsense electric offering that blends everyday practicality with a quietly modern design that won’t embarrass you in the supermarket car park. It’s ideal for buyers after fuss-free electric mobility — efficient, clever and just playful enough to make city driving a little more fun.
detailsThe Mercedes Sprinter is the go-to people-mover for operators and families who want robust practicality wrapped in a premium feel, with a flexible interior that can be tailored from shuttle to mobile office without breaking a sweat. Sporting the three-pointed star and the driving manners of a tall estate, the Sprinter Bus is comfortable, dependable and refreshingly easy to live with day after day.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
31,600 £
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Price
41,400 - 55,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
9.3 - 12.3 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
233 km
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
244 - 322 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
71 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
2
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Seats
2
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1,640 kg
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Curb weight
2,356 - 2,559 kg
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Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
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Length
4,460 mm
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Length
5,932 - 6,967 mm
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Width
1,720 mm
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Width
1,993 mm
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Height
1,875 mm
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Height
2,633 - 2,659 mm
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Max trunk capacity
3,500 L
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
780 kg
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Payload
814 - 1,144 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manual, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 HP
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Power HP
114 - 190 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
100 km/h
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Max Speed
150 - 159 km/h
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Torque
180 Nm
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Torque
300 - 450 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
100 kW
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Power kW
84 - 140 kW
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Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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