Compare performance (136 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (31,600 £ vs 36,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD ETP3 or Mercedes Vito Bus?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
BYD ETP3 is a bit cheaper – starting at 31,600 £ , while the Mercedes Vito Bus costs 36,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,710 £.
As for electric range, the Mercedes Vito Bus offers clearly more range – reaching up to 370 km, about 137 km more than the BYD ETP3.
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 Mercedes Vito Bus offers substantially more power – delivering 237 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 101 HP more horsepower.
Looking at top speed, the Mercedes Vito Bus is visibly faster – reaching 140 km/h, while the BYD ETP3 tops out at 100 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Vito Bus delivers significantly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 180 Nm. That’s about 320 Nm more.
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 2.
In terms of curb weight, BYD ETP3 is noticeably lighter – 1,640 kg compared to 2,023 kg. The difference is around 383 kg.
For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Vito Bus offers visibly more capacity – up to 4,990 L, about 1,490 L more than the BYD ETP3.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Vito Bus carries markedly more – 1,077 kg compared to 780 kg. That’s a difference of about 297 kg.
The Mercedes Vito Bus 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.
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 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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Price
31,600 £
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Price
36,300 - 55,900 £
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Consumption 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
233 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
0 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
Cargo Van
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
2
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Seats
8
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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
2,023 - 2,739 kg
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Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
580 - 1,390 L
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Length
4,460 mm
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Length
4,895 - 5,370 mm
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Width
1,720 mm
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Width
1,928 mm
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Height
1,875 mm
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Height
1,890 mm
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Max trunk capacity
3,500 L
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Max trunk capacity
4,190 - 4,990 L
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Payload
780 kg
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Payload
726 - 1,077 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 HP
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Power HP
136 - 237 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
140 km/h
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Torque
180 Nm
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Torque
330 - 500 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
100 - 174 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,023
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Model Year
2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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