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Mercedes AMG GT vs VW Crafter comparison

Compare performance (816 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (102,500 £ vs 47,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes AMG GT or VW Crafter?

Mercedes AMG GT vs VW Crafter: Key differences

Mercedes AMG GT

  • clearly more power
  • somewhat lighter
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VW Crafter

  • substantially cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

AMG GT

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.

VW Crafter is substantially cheaper – starting at 47,100 £ , while the Mercedes AMG GT costs 102,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 55,380 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Crafter uses 8.4 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Mercedes AMG GT with 10.3 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 L/100km.

Crafter

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 Mercedes AMG GT offers clearly more power – delivering 816 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 639 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes AMG GT delivers significantly more torque with 1,420 Nm compared to 410 Nm. That’s about 1,010 Nm more.

AMG GT

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 2 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes AMG GT is somewhat lighter – 1,790 kg compared to 2,072 kg. The difference is around 282 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Crafter carries considerably more – 2,994 kg compared to 215 kg. That’s a difference of about 2,779 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes AMG GT stands well ahead of its rival 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 £102,500
AMG GT

Mercedes AMG GT

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 435 - 816 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 10.3 - 14 L/100km
  • Electric Range 11 km
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Mercedes AMG GT

The Mercedes-AMG GT is a theatrical sports car with prowling looks and an aggressive exhaust note that announces its intentions the moment it fires up. It pairs ferocious performance with surprising everyday usability — a taut yet forgiving chassis and a cockpit that feels special — making sensible buyers suddenly very good at justifying indulgence.

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The VW Crafter is a no-nonsense workhorse that makes hauling and running a mobile business feel almost civilized, with a cabin built for long days and smart storage where you need it. It may not turn heads for glamour, but its sturdy build, straightforward tech and reliable manners mean fewer headaches for owners — a van that prefers to earn your trust rather than demand attention.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
102,500 - 194,400 £
Price
47,100 - 68,800 £
Consumption L/100km
10.3 - 14 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.4 - 13.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
11 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
235 - 319 g/km
co2
220 - 342 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
75 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
2
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,790 - 2,195 kg
Curb weight
2,072 - 2,810 kg
Trunk capacity
182 - 321 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
5,986 - 7,391 mm
Width
1,929 mm
Width
2,040 - 2,069 mm
Height
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Height
2,355 - 2,830 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
9,300 - 18,400 L
Payload
170 - 215 kg
Payload
1,037 - 2,994 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
435 - 816 HP
Power HP
140 - 177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
-
Max Speed
90 - 165 km/h
Torque
500 - 1,420 Nm
Torque
360 - 410 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
320 - 600 kW
Power kW
103 - 130 kW
Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
1,968 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,017 - 2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Mercedes AMG GT?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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