Compare performance (170 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 36,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-30 or Mercedes Vito Bus?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mazda MX-30 is somewhat cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Mercedes Vito Bus costs 36,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,482 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Mazda MX-30 is clearly more efficient: consuming 18.3 kWh/100km compared to 26.7 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Vito Bus. That’s a difference of about 8.4 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes Vito Bus offers significantly more range – reaching up to 370 km, about 285 km more than the Mazda MX-30.
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 Vito Bus offers visibly more power – delivering 237 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 67 HP more horsepower.
There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 140 km/h.
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: Mercedes Vito Bus offers more seats – 8 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-30 is marginally lighter – 1,849 kg compared to 2,023 kg. The difference is around 174 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Vito Bus offers clearly more boot space – 1,390 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 1,040 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Vito Bus offers considerably more capacity – up to 4,990 L, about 3,835 L more than the Mazda MX-30.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Vito Bus carries considerably more – 1,077 kg compared to 402 kg. That’s a difference of about 675 kg.
The Mercedes Vito Bus 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 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.
detailsThe Mercedes Vito is a sturdy, no-nonsense people carrier that blends commercial practicality with a surprisingly civilised cabin, making long shuttles feel less like a chore. If you need a dependable transporter that swallows luggage, forgives hard use and still looks a touch more premium than a plain van, the Vito is an easy, sensible pick.
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Price
30,800 - 37,100 £
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Price
36,300 - 55,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 10 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
26.7 - 26.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
85 km
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Electric Range
248 - 370 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
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co2
22 g/km
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co2
0 - 228 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
5
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Seats
8
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1,849 kg
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Curb weight
2,023 - 2,739 kg
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Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
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Trunk capacity
580 - 1,390 L
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Length
4,395 mm
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Length
4,895 - 5,370 mm
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Width
1,848 mm
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Width
1,928 mm
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Height
1,555 mm
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Height
1,890 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,137 - 1,155 L
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Max trunk capacity
4,190 - 4,990 L
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Payload
402 kg
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Payload
726 - 1,077 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
170 HP
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Power HP
136 - 237 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Max Speed
140 km/h
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Max Speed
140 km/h
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Torque
-
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Torque
330 - 500 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
125 kW
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Power kW
100 - 174 kW
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Engine capacity
830 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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Brand
Mazda
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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