Compare performance (816 HP vs 286 HP), boot space and price (102,500 £ vs 41,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes AMG GT or VW Transporter Bus?
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.
VW Transporter Bus is considerably cheaper – starting at 41,500 £ , while the Mercedes AMG GT costs 102,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 61,026 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Transporter Bus uses 0.8 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes AMG GT with 10.3 L/100km. The difference is about 9.5 L/100km.
As for electric range, the VW Transporter Bus offers considerably more range – reaching up to 324 km, about 313 km more than the Mercedes AMG GT.
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 AMG GT offers substantially more power – delivering 816 HP compared to 286 HP. That’s roughly 530 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes AMG GT is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the VW Transporter Bus takes 7.4 s. That’s about 4.6 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes AMG GT delivers considerably more torque with 1,420 Nm compared to 415 Nm. That’s about 1,005 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: VW Transporter Bus offers more seats – 8 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes AMG GT is moderately lighter – 1,790 kg compared to 1,998 kg. The difference is around 208 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VW Transporter Bus offers considerably more boot space – 763 L compared to 321 L. That’s a difference of about 442 L.
When it comes to payload, the VW Transporter Bus carries substantially more – 1,143 kg compared to 215 kg. That’s a difference of about 928 kg.
The VW Transporter Bus 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.
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.
detailsThe VW Transporter is the Swiss Army knife of vans — rugged, practical and surprisingly civilized on the road, whether you’re hauling kit for a job or converting it into a weekend camper. It isn’t trying to be glamorous, but its blend of durability, clever packaging and familiar VW charm makes it a sensible choice for buyers who need space without sacrificing driveability.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
102,500 - 194,400 £
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Price
41,500 - 85,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
10.3 - 14 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 9.2 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.4 - 24.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
11 km
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Electric Range
87 - 324 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
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co2
235 - 319 g/km
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co2
0 - 229 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 60 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Coupe
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
2
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Seats
4 - 8
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Doors
-
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Doors
4 - 5
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Curb weight
1,790 - 2,195 kg
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Curb weight
1,998 - 2,620 kg
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Trunk capacity
182 - 321 L
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Trunk capacity
0 - 763 L
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Length
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Length
4,973 - 5,450 mm
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Width
1,929 mm
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Width
1,941 - 2,032 mm
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Height
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Height
1,907 - 1,997 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
3,672 - 4,005 L
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Payload
170 - 215 kg
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Payload
330 - 1,143 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
435 - 816 HP
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Power HP
110 - 286 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
112 - 200 km/h
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Torque
500 - 1,420 Nm
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Torque
310 - 415 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
320 - 600 kW
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Power kW
81 - 210 kW
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Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,982 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,488 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F, B, A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
VW
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