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Kia Picanto vs Mercedes T Class comparison

Compare performance (68 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (15,100 £ vs 23,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Picanto or Mercedes T Class?

Kia Picanto vs Mercedes T Class: Key differences

Kia Picanto

4.4 (4 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
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Mercedes T Class

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  • clearly more power
  • barely more efficient
  • markedly 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

Picanto

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.

Kia Picanto is substantially cheaper – starting at 15,100 £ , while the Mercedes T Class costs 23,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,890 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes T Class uses 5.1 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Kia Picanto with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.

T Class

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 Mercedes T Class offers clearly more power – delivering 131 HP compared to 68 HP. That’s roughly 63 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes T Class is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 11.6 s, while the Kia Picanto takes 14.6 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes T Class delivers substantially more torque with 270 Nm compared to 96 Nm. That’s about 174 Nm more.

Picanto

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Picanto is noticeably lighter – 1,124 kg compared to 1,556 kg. The difference is around 432 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes T Class carries clearly more – 630 kg compared to 332 kg. That’s a difference of about 298 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes T Class 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.

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T Class

Mercedes T Class

  • Engine Type Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 95 - 131 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.1 - 7.4 L/100km
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Kia Picanto is a cheeky city hatch that squeezes surprising style, practicality and a smile-inducing drive into a pocket-friendly package. It’s ideal for urban buyers who want fuss-free running, effortless parking and a car that punches above its class without pretending to be anything it’s not.

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The Mercedes T-Class dresses everyday practicality in a premium suit, blending the sensible utility of a small van with the refinement you expect from the three-pointed star. Its flexible interior and clever details make it a brilliantly pragmatic choice for families and active owners who want comfort and usefulness without the fuss.

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Mercedes T Class

Costs and Consumption
Price
15,100 - 19,500 £
Price
23,000 - 30,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
126 - 134 g/km
co2
135 - 167 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,124 - 1,131 kg
Curb weight
1,556 - 1,678 kg
Trunk capacity
255 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
-
Length
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Width
1,595 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
253 - 332 kg
Payload
521 - 630 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
68 HP
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.6 - 17.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 15.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
96 Nm
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
50 kW
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E
Brand
Kia
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the Kia Picanto have?

The Kia Picanto is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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