Compare performance (238 HP vs 196 HP), boot space and price (33,100 £ vs 30,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes B Class or Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer?
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 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.
Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer is a bit cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the Mercedes B Class costs 33,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,138 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer uses 2.3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mercedes B Class with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 2.8 L/100km.
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 B Class offers slightly more power – delivering 238 HP compared to 196 HP. That’s roughly 42 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes B Class is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.5 s, while the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer takes 7.7 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes B Class delivers barely more torque with 400 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes B Class is marginally lighter – 1,405 kg compared to 1,438 kg. The difference is around 33 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer offers noticeably more boot space – 597 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 142 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes B Class carries only slightly more – 550 kg compared to 502 kg. That’s a difference of about 48 kg.
The Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer 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 B-Class is a smart, grown-up compact people carrier that dresses everyday practicality in a near‑premium polish, perfect for buyers who want comfort and a classy badge without the theatrics. It won’t set your pulse racing on a back road, but it will make school runs, commutes and grocery hauls feel pleasantly civilized — a reliable, slightly posh companion for real life.
detailsThe Opel Astra Sports Tourer blends family-friendly practicality with a sleek, grown-up wagon silhouette that manages to be both useful and unexpectedly stylish. It’s an easy car to live with — comfortable, well put together and clever with space — a sensible choice for buyers who want everyday versatility without fuss.
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Price
33,100 - 52,500 £
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Price
30,000 - 39,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
83 - 445 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
133 - 156 g/km
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co2
0 - 132 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
MPV
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,405 - 1,565 kg
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Curb weight
1,438 - 1,765 kg
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Trunk capacity
445 - 455 L
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Trunk capacity
466 - 597 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,796 mm
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Width
1,859 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
515 - 550 kg
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Payload
434 - 502 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 238 HP
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Power HP
130 - 196 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
200 - 400 Nm
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
85 - 175 kW
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Power kW
96 - 144 kW
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, D, A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Vauxhall
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