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Mercedes B Class vs Toyota Yaris – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Both models have their strengths – but which one suits you more?
Compare performance, efficiency, price and space directly: Mercedes B Class or Toyota Yaris?

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Toyota Yaris has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21900 £, while the Mercedes B Class costs 33100 £. That’s a price difference of around 11272 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes B Class manages with 2.50 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Toyota Yaris with 3.80 L. The difference is about 1.30 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 Toyota Yaris has a somewhat edge – offering 280 HP compared to 238 HP. That’s roughly 42 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Yaris is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.50 s, while the Mercedes B Class takes 6.50 s. That’s about 1 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes B Class performs barely noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Toyota Yaris tops out at 230 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes B Class pulls a bit stronger with 450 Nm compared to 390 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm difference.

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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, Toyota Yaris is distinct lighter – 1090 kg compared to 1405 kg. The difference is around 315 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes B Class offers distinct more room – 455 L compared to 286 L. That’s a difference of about 169 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes B Class performs distinct better – up to 1540 L, which is about 605 L more than the Toyota Yaris.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes B Class slight takes the win – 550 kg compared to 525 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes B Class shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £33,100
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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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Toyota Yaris

The Toyota Yaris is a sprightly city hatch that packs clever packaging, surprising comfort and fuel-sipping manners into a neat, easy-to-park package. It rewards sensible buyers with low running costs, friendly ergonomics and a forgiving drive, delivered with Japanese reliability and just enough personality to make errands feel a little less ordinary.

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Mercedes B Class
Toyota Yaris
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Costs and Consumption

Price
33100 - 52500 £
Price
21900 - 46700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 6.9 L
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 9.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
83 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
56 - 156 g/km
co2
87 - 215 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
Fuel tank capacity
36 - 50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
MPV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
3 - 5
Curb weight
1405 - 1745 kg
Curb weight
1090 - 1356 kg
Trunk capacity
405 - 455 L
Trunk capacity
141 - 286 L
Length
4419 mm
Length
3940 - 3995 mm
Width
1796 mm
Width
1745 - 1805 mm
Height
1562 mm
Height
1455 - 1500 mm
Max trunk capacity
1440 - 1540 L
Max trunk capacity
935 L
Payload
505 - 550 kg
Payload
289 - 525 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 238 HP
Power HP
116 - 280 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
200 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
175 - 230 km/h
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Torque
390 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
85 - 175 kW
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
Engine capacity
1490 - 1618 cm3

General

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