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Jeep Gladiator vs Mercedes Vito Transporter comparison

Compare performance (264 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (66,400 £ vs 28,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Jeep Gladiator or Mercedes Vito Transporter?

Jeep Gladiator vs Mercedes Vito Transporter: Key differences

Jeep Gladiator

  • somewhat more power
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Mercedes Vito Transporter

  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • visibly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Gladiator

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Mercedes Vito Transporter is significantly cheaper – starting at 28,800 £ , while the Jeep Gladiator costs 66,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 37,646 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes Vito Transporter uses 6.8 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Jeep Gladiator with 9.8 L/100km. The difference is about 3 L/100km.

Vito Transporter

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Jeep Gladiator offers somewhat more power – delivering 264 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Jeep Gladiator is markedly faster – reaching 177 km/h, while the Mercedes Vito Transporter tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 37 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Jeep Gladiator delivers somewhat more torque with 600 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

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, Mercedes Vito Transporter is visibly lighter – 1,916 kg compared to 2,360 kg. The difference is around 444 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Vito Transporter carries clearly more – 884 kg compared to 565 kg. That’s a difference of about 319 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Vito Transporter is clearly superior overall 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 : Manuel, 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
Jeep Gladiator
Mercedes Vito Transporter

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Jeep Gladiator

The Jeep Gladiator grafts the Wrangler's go-anywhere attitude onto a proper pickup bed, giving weekend adventurers the ability to haul gear, pop the top, and head off-road with confidence. It won't pretend to be a luxury cruiser, but its honest, rugged charm and practical versatility make it a great pick for buyers who value character and capability over showroom polish.

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Mercedes Vito Transporter

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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Jeep Gladiator
Mercedes Vito Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
66,400 £
Price
28,800 - 51,600 £
Consumption L/100km
9.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 26.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
304 - 474 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
co2
257 g/km
co2
0 - 222 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Pickup
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,360 kg
Curb weight
1,916 - 2,518 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5,591 mm
Length
4,895 - 5,390 mm
Width
1,894 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
1,905 mm
Height
1,910 - 1,945 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 6,600 L
Payload
565 kg
Payload
547 - 884 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
264 HP
Power HP
102 - 237 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
177 km/h
Max Speed
120 - 140 km/h
Torque
600 Nm
Torque
270 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
194 kW
Power kW
75 - 174 kW
Engine capacity
2,987 cm3
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
Jeep
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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