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Hyundai IONIQ 6 vs Mercedes Sprinter Bus comparison

Compare performance (650 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (39,000 £ vs 41,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai IONIQ 6 or Mercedes Sprinter Bus?

Hyundai IONIQ 6 vs Mercedes Sprinter Bus: Key differences

Hyundai IONIQ 6

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  • only slightly cheaper
  • substantially more power
  • markedly lighter
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Mercedes Sprinter Bus

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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

IONIQ 6

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Hyundai IONIQ 6 is only slightly cheaper – starting at 39,000 £ , while the Mercedes Sprinter Bus costs 41,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,341 £.

Sprinter 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 Hyundai IONIQ 6 offers substantially more power – delivering 650 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 460 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai IONIQ 6 delivers clearly more torque with 770 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 320 Nm more.

IONIQ 6

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: Hyundai IONIQ 6 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai IONIQ 6 is markedly lighter – 1,892 kg compared to 2,356 kg. The difference is around 464 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Bus carries clearly more – 1,144 kg compared to 438 kg. That’s a difference of about 706 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai IONIQ 6 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.

from £39,000
IONIQ 6

Hyundai IONIQ 6

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 170 - 650 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.4 - 18.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 487 - 680 km
Hyundai IONIQ 6
Mercedes Sprinter Bus

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Hyundai IONIQ 6

The Hyundai IONIQ 6 glides down the road with a poise that feels more runway model than commuter car, its sleek silhouette promising efficiency without trying too hard. Inside, a calm, minimalist cabin packed with clever, usable tech makes it a compelling choice for buyers who want electric motoring that's smart, stylish and quietly practical.

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Mercedes Sprinter Bus

The 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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Hyundai IONIQ 6
Mercedes Sprinter Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,000 - 65,100 £
Price
41,400 - 55,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
9.3 - 12.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.4 - 18.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
487 - 680 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
244 - 322 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,892 - 2,241 kg
Curb weight
2,356 - 2,559 kg
Trunk capacity
371 - 401 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
5,932 - 6,967 mm
Width
1,880 - 1,940 mm
Width
1,993 mm
Height
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Height
2,633 - 2,659 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
386 - 438 kg
Payload
814 - 1,144 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 650 HP
Power HP
114 - 190 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
-
Max Speed
150 - 159 km/h
Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
125 - 478 kW
Power kW
84 - 140 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,950 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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