Compare performance (140 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (24,300 £ vs 41,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Ceed Sportswagon or Mercedes Sprinter Bus?
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.
Kia Ceed Sportswagon is significantly cheaper – starting at 24,300 £ , while the Mercedes Sprinter Bus costs 41,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,049 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Ceed Sportswagon uses 6 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes Sprinter Bus with 9.3 L/100km. The difference is about 3.3 L/100km.
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 Sprinter Bus offers clearly more power – delivering 190 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 50 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Sprinter Bus delivers considerably more torque with 450 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 197 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: Kia Ceed Sportswagon offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Kia Ceed Sportswagon is clearly lighter – 1,335 kg compared to 2,356 kg. The difference is around 1,021 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Bus carries considerably more – 1,144 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 659 kg.
The Kia Ceed Sportswagon holds a decisive 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.
The Kia Ceed Sportswagon is a sensible and surprisingly stylish family wagon that turns daily chores into a bit less of a grind. Practical, comfortable and packed with thoughtful touches where they matter, it’s a smart choice for buyers who want usefulness without sacrificing personality.
detailsThe 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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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
24,300 - 27,200 £
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Price
41,400 - 55,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
9.3 - 12.3 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
137 - 146 g/km
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co2
244 - 322 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
71 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
5
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Seats
2
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Doors
-
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1,335 - 1,437 kg
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Curb weight
2,356 - 2,559 kg
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Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
5,932 - 6,967 mm
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Width
1,800 mm
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Width
1,993 mm
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Height
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Height
2,633 - 2,659 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
463 - 485 kg
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Payload
814 - 1,144 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Transmission
Manual, Automatic
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Transmission
Manual, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
100 - 140 HP
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Power HP
114 - 190 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 - 13.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
150 - 159 km/h
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Torque
172 - 253 Nm
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Torque
300 - 450 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
74 - 103 kW
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Power kW
84 - 140 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1,482 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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