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Mercedes B Class vs Toyota RAV4 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (238 HP vs 306 HP), boot space and price (33100 £ vs 35100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes B Class or Toyota RAV4?

Mercedes B Class

5 (4 Reviews)
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Toyota RAV4

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

B Class

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes B Class has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33100 £ , while the Toyota RAV4 costs 35100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2005 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota RAV4 manages with 1 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Mercedes B Class with 2.50 L. The difference is about 1.50 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes B Class performs slight better – achieving up to 83 km, about 8 km more than the Toyota RAV4.

RAV4

Engine and Performance:

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 Toyota RAV4 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 306 HP compared to 238 HP. That’s roughly 68 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota RAV4 is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 6 s, while the Mercedes B Class takes 6.50 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes B Class performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Toyota RAV4 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

B Class

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Mercedes B Class is clearly perceptible lighter – 1405 kg compared to 1745 kg. The difference is around 340 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Toyota RAV4 offers evident more room – 580 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 125 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Toyota RAV4 performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1690 L, which is about 150 L more than the Mercedes B Class.

When it comes to payload, Toyota RAV4 minimal takes the win – 600 kg compared to 550 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota RAV4 holds a decisive overall lead 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
Toyota RAV4

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RAV4

Toyota RAV4

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 218 - 306 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1 - 5.6 L
  • Electric Range : 75 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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Toyota RAV4

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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The Toyota RAV4 feels like a sensible friend on the road, marrying dependable practicality with a dash of SUV personality that keeps daily driving from turning dull. Comfortable and easy to live with, it looks tough without shouting and quietly gets the job done — a sensible pick for buyers who want versatility without drama.

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Mercedes B Class
Toyota RAV4

Costs and Consumption

Price
33100 - 52500 £
Price
35100 - 55700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 6.9 L
Consumption L/100km
1 - 5.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
83 km
Electric Range
75 km
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
56 - 156 g/km
co2
22 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 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
1745 - 1910 kg
Trunk capacity
405 - 455 L
Trunk capacity
520 - 580 L
Length
4419 mm
Length
4600 mm
Width
1796 mm
Width
1855 mm
Height
1562 mm
Height
1685 mm
Max trunk capacity
1440 - 1540 L
Max trunk capacity
1604 - 1690 L
Payload
505 - 550 kg
Payload
390 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 238 HP
Power HP
218 - 306 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 - 8.4 s
Max Speed
200 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 175 kW
Power kW
160 - 225 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
Engine capacity
2487 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Toyota
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.