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Mercedes B Class vs Renault Captur – Which one offers the better deal?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Mercedes B Class or Renault Captur fits your lifestyle better.

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

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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.

Renault Captur has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21100 £, while the Mercedes B Class costs 33100 £. That’s a price difference of around 12001 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes B Class manages with 2.50 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Renault Captur with 4.50 L. The difference is about 2 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

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 B Class has a noticeable edge – offering 238 HP compared to 143 HP. That’s roughly 95 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes B Class is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 6.50 s, while the Renault Captur takes 8.90 s. That’s about 2.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes B Class performs noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Renault Captur tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes B Class pulls decisively stronger with 450 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 185 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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 curb weight, Renault Captur is minimal lighter – 1323 kg compared to 1405 kg. The difference is around 82 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes B Class offers hardly perceptible more room – 455 L compared to 422 L. That’s a difference of about 33 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes B Class performs a bit better – up to 1540 L, which is about 177 L more than the Renault Captur.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes B Class a bit takes the win – 550 kg compared to 453 kg. That’s a difference of about 97 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes B Class proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes B Class is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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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

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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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Renault Captur

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The Renault Captur is a cheeky little crossover that pairs city-friendly agility with a roomy, well-thought-out cabin and enough style to turn heads at the lights. It’s a sensible choice for buyers who want practical versatility and a dash of personality on their daily drives, without taking itself too seriously.

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Costs and Consumption

Price
33100 - 52500 £
Price
21100 - 28300 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 6.9 L
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
83 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
56 - 156 g/km
co2
102 - 137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
Fuel tank capacity
48 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
MPV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1405 - 1745 kg
Curb weight
1323 - 1514 kg
Trunk capacity
405 - 455 L
Trunk capacity
326 - 422 L
Length
4419 mm
Length
4239 mm
Width
1796 mm
Width
1797 mm
Height
1562 mm
Height
1575 mm
Max trunk capacity
1440 - 1540 L
Max trunk capacity
1276 - 1363 L
Payload
505 - 550 kg
Payload
376 - 453 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 238 HP
Power HP
115 - 143 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
200 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Torque
160 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 175 kW
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1789 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Renault
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 and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.