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Mazda MX-30 vs Mercedes Sprinter Transporter comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 26,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-30 or Mercedes Sprinter Transporter?

Mazda MX-30 vs Mercedes Sprinter Transporter: Key differences

Mazda MX-30

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  • significantly more efficient
  • somewhat lighter
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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

  • moderately cheaper
  • slightly more power
  • considerably more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

MX-30

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter is moderately cheaper – starting at 26,900 £ , while the Mazda MX-30 costs 30,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,900 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mazda MX-30 is significantly more efficient: consuming 18.3 kWh/100km compared to 27.1 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter. That’s a difference of about 8.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter offers considerably more range – reaching up to 444 km, about 359 km more than the Mazda MX-30.

Sprinter Transporter

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter offers slightly more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Mazda MX-30 is markedly faster – reaching 140 km/h, while the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter tops out at 90 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.

MX-30

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: Mazda MX-30 offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-30 is somewhat lighter – 1,849 kg compared to 2,052 kg. The difference is around 203 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter offers considerably more capacity – up to 15,500 L, about 14,345 L more than the Mazda MX-30.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter carries significantly more – 2,641 kg compared to 402 kg. That’s a difference of about 2,239 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Sprinter Transporter 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.

from £26,900
Sprinter Transporter

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

  • Engine Type Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 114 - 204 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 27.1 - 31.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 194 - 444 km
Mazda MX-30
Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

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Mazda MX-30

The Mazda MX-30 trades conventional EV practicality for a boutique vibe, wrapping easy urban agility and a stylish, artisan interior into a compact package that stands out in the crossover crowd. It’s ideal for city-minded buyers who value design and driving feel over long-distance trips, and its quirky details prove Mazda can be playful without losing its driver-focused soul.

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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

The Mercedes Sprinter is the dependable workhorse that makes light of heavy loads, blending smart practicality with a surprisingly carlike cabin that keeps drivers sane on long runs. With a range of configurations and a reputation for durability, it’s the van buyers turn to when they need something tough, clever and oddly enjoyable to drive.

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Mazda MX-30
Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,800 - 37,100 £
Price
26,900 - 72,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
27.1 - 31.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
85 km
Electric Range
194 - 444 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
56 - 113 kWh
co2
22 g/km
co2
0 - 333 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,849 kg
Curb weight
2,052 - 3,166 kg
Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,395 mm
Length
5,932 - 7,367 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,993 mm
Height
1,555 mm
Height
2,331 - 2,663 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,137 - 1,155 L
Max trunk capacity
9,000 - 15,500 L
Payload
402 kg
Payload
577 - 2,641 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 HP
Power HP
114 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
140 km/h
Max Speed
90 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
125 kW
Power kW
84 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
830 cm3
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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