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Mercedes B Class vs Vauxhall Frontera - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (238 HP vs 145 HP), boot space and price (33100 £ vs 20700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes B Class or Vauxhall Frontera?

Mercedes B Class

5 (4 Reviews)
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Vauxhall Frontera

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

B Class

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Vauxhall Frontera has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20700 £ , while the Mercedes B Class costs 33100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12395 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes B Class manages with 2.50 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Vauxhall Frontera with 5.20 L. The difference is about 2.70 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Vauxhall Frontera performs decisively better – achieving up to 408 km, about 325 km more than the Mercedes B Class.

Frontera

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 B Class has a evident edge – offering 238 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 93 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes B Class is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 6.50 s, while the Vauxhall Frontera takes 9 s. That’s about 2.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes B Class performs a bit better – reaching 223 km/h, while the Vauxhall Frontera tops out at 194 km/h. The difference is around 29 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes B Class pulls convincingly stronger with 450 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 220 Nm difference.

B Class

Space and Everyday Use:

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: Vauxhall Frontera offers noticeable more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Vauxhall Frontera is hardly perceptible lighter – 1394 kg compared to 1405 kg. The difference is around 11 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Vauxhall Frontera offers hardly perceptible more room – 460 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Vauxhall Frontera performs minimal better – up to 1600 L, which is about 160 L more than the Mercedes B Class.

When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Frontera hardly perceptible takes the win – 570 kg compared to 550 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes B Class leads convincingly 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.

Mercedes B Class
Vauxhall Frontera

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B Class

Mercedes B Class

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 238 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.5 - 6.9 L
  • Electric Range : 83 km

Mercedes B Class

5 (4 Reviews)
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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.

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Vauxhall Frontera

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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The Opel Frontera wears its rugged, go-anywhere intentions proudly, serving up a simple, no-nonsense package that feels as comfortable off the beaten track as it does at the supermarket. It won’t set hearts racing with glamour, but its honest practicality and rugged charm make it a smart pick for buyers who prefer substance over style.

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Mercedes B Class
Vauxhall Frontera

Costs and Consumption

Price
33100 - 52500 £
Price
20700 - 30000 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 6.9 L
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 18.2 kWh
Electric Range
83 km
Electric Range
305 - 408 km
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
56 - 156 g/km
co2
0 - 119 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 L
Fuel tank capacity
44 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
MPV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1405 - 1745 kg
Curb weight
1394 - 1610 kg
Trunk capacity
405 - 455 L
Trunk capacity
460 L
Length
4419 mm
Length
4385 mm
Width
1796 mm
Width
1795 mm
Height
1562 mm
Height
1635 mm
Max trunk capacity
1440 L
Max trunk capacity
1600 L
Payload
505 - 550 kg
Payload
436 - 570 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 238 HP
Power HP
110 - 145 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 14.2 s
Max Speed
223 km/h
Max Speed
143 - 194 km/h
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
85 - 175 kW
Power kW
81 - 107 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Vauxhall
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes B Class have?

The Mercedes B Class is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.