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Lotus Eletre vs Mercedes Vito Transporter comparison

Compare performance (918 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (85,700 £ vs 28,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lotus Eletre or Mercedes Vito Transporter?

Lotus Eletre vs Mercedes Vito Transporter: Key differences

Lotus Eletre

  • significantly more power
  • somewhat more electric range
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Mercedes Vito Transporter

  • significantly cheaper
  • marginally more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Eletre

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mercedes Vito Transporter is significantly cheaper – starting at 28,800 £ , while the Lotus Eletre costs 85,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 56,923 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes Vito Transporter is marginally more efficient: consuming 21.2 kWh/100km compared to 22.5 kWh/100km for the Lotus Eletre. That’s a difference of about 1.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Lotus Eletre offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 570 km, about 96 km more than the Mercedes Vito Transporter.

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 Lotus Eletre offers significantly more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 681 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Lotus Eletre is considerably faster – reaching 265 km/h, while the Mercedes Vito Transporter tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 125 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Eletre delivers significantly more torque with 985 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 485 Nm more.

Eletre

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 clearly lighter – 1,916 kg compared to 2,565 kg. The difference is around 649 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Vito Transporter offers significantly more capacity – up to 6,600 L, about 5,068 L more than the Lotus Eletre.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Vito Transporter carries clearly more – 884 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 399 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
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Lotus Eletre

The Lotus Eletre is a bold, electric SUV that finally lets Lotus step into the luxury EV arena without losing the brand's famed focus on razor-sharp handling and driver engagement. Inside, it pairs a futuristic, tech-heavy cabin with surprising comfort and poise — think of a sports car in evening wear, ready to sprint yet polite enough for the school run.

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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
85,700 - 138,000 £
Price
28,800 - 51,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 26.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
450 - 570 km
Electric Range
304 - 474 km
Battery Capacity
109 kWh
Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 222 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,565 - 2,745 kg
Curb weight
1,916 - 2,518 kg
Trunk capacity
688 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5,103 mm
Length
4,895 - 5,390 mm
Width
2,060 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
1,630 mm
Height
1,910 - 1,945 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,532 L
Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 6,600 L
Payload
405 - 485 kg
Payload
547 - 884 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction 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
612 - 918 HP
Power HP
102 - 237 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 - 4.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
258 - 265 km/h
Max Speed
120 - 140 km/h
Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Torque
270 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Power kW
75 - 174 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3

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

The Lotus Eletre is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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