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Hyundai i20 vs Mercedes Vito Transporter comparison

Compare performance (90 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (18,800 £ vs 28,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i20 or Mercedes Vito Transporter?

Hyundai i20 vs Mercedes Vito Transporter: Key differences

Hyundai i20

4.2 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Mercedes Vito Transporter

  • significantly more power
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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.

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

i20

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Hyundai i20 is significantly cheaper – starting at 18,800 £ , while the Mercedes Vito Transporter costs 28,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,968 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai i20 uses 5.7 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the Mercedes Vito Transporter with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 1.1 L/100km.

Vito Transporter

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 Mercedes Vito Transporter offers significantly more power – delivering 237 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 147 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Vito Transporter delivers substantially more torque with 500 Nm compared to 172 Nm. That’s about 328 Nm more.

i20

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai i20 is clearly lighter – 1,145 kg compared to 1,916 kg. The difference is around 771 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Vito Transporter carries substantially more – 884 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 419 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Vito Transporter 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 £28,800
Vito Transporter

Mercedes Vito Transporter

  • Engine Type Diesel, Electric, Petrol
  • Transmission Manual, Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 102 - 237 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.8 - 9.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 21.2 - 26.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 304 - 474 km
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Hyundai i20

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Jason
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Bought an i20 two years ago and It has surprised me how good It is.

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The Mercedes Vito Transporter is a supremely practical workhorse that blends Mercedes refinement with van-like utility, making long days on the road feel surprisingly civilized. With a cleverly thought-out interior and a drive that won’t wear you out, the Vito is the ideal choice for businesses that want capability without sacrificing comfort — and yes, it still looks sharper than most vans at a client meeting.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
18,800 - 24,400 £
Price
28,800 - 51,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 26.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
304 - 474 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
co2
128 - 129 g/km
co2
0 - 222 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,145 - 1,170 kg
Curb weight
1,916 - 2,518 kg
Trunk capacity
352 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
4,895 - 5,390 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
-
Height
1,910 - 1,945 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 6,600 L
Payload
455 - 465 kg
Payload
547 - 884 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
90 HP
Power HP
102 - 237 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.5 - 12.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
-
Max Speed
120 - 140 km/h
Torque
172 Nm
Torque
270 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
66 kW
Power kW
75 - 174 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the Hyundai i20 have?

The Hyundai i20 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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