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Honda e:Ny1 vs Mercedes V Class comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (33,400 £ vs 48,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda e:Ny1 or Mercedes V Class?

Honda e:Ny1 vs Mercedes V Class: Key differences

Honda e:Ny1

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  • significantly cheaper
  • markedly lighter
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Mercedes V Class

  • slightly more power
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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.

Honda e:Ny1 is significantly cheaper – starting at 33,400 £ , while the Mercedes V Class costs 48,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,744 £.

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Engine and Performance:

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 V Class offers slightly more power – delivering 237 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 33 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes V Class is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Honda e:Ny1 takes 7.6 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes V Class delivers markedly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 310 Nm. That’s about 190 Nm more.

e:Ny1

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Mercedes V Class offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Honda e:Ny1 is markedly lighter – 1,730 kg compared to 2,192 kg. The difference is around 462 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes V Class carries clearly more – 908 kg compared to 350 kg. That’s a difference of about 558 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Honda e:Ny1 holds a narrow overall lead 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 £33,400
e:Ny1

Honda e:Ny1

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 204 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 412 km
Honda e:Ny1
Mercedes V Class

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Honda e:Ny1

The Honda e:Ny1 arrives as a cheeky, compact electric crossover that blends bold styling with clever practicality, perfect for city life and weekend escapes. Inside it's clean and tech-forward, offering a relaxed driving experience with enough space and refinement to make daily commutes feel surprisingly grown-up — and yes, the smile factor is real.

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Mercedes V Class

The V‑Class is the grown-up people mover that blends executive-level comfort with van practicality, ideal for those who want to ferry family and gear without sacrificing luxury. Inside it's plush and flexible, with clever touches that turn long hauls into a comfortable commute and still manage to look serious on the school run.

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Honda e:Ny1
Mercedes V Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
33,400 - 36,000 £
Price
48,200 - 83,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 10.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
412 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
187 - 232 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
6
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,730 kg
Curb weight
2,192 - 2,464 kg
Trunk capacity
344 - 361 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,387 mm
Length
-
Width
1,790 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
1,584 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,136 - 1,176 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
350 kg
Payload
636 - 908 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
163 - 237 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
160 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
310 Nm
Torque
370 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
120 - 174 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Honda
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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