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Mercedes B Class vs Toyota Yaris Cross – Differences & prices compared

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

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Toyota Yaris Cross has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23700 £, while the Mercedes B Class costs 33100 £. That’s a price difference of around 9438 £.

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

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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 decisively edge – offering 238 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 108 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes B Class is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.50 s, while the Toyota Yaris Cross takes 10.70 s. That’s about 4.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes B Class performs noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Toyota Yaris Cross tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 80 km/h.

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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, Toyota Yaris Cross is somewhat lighter – 1180 kg compared to 1405 kg. The difference is around 225 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes B Class offers a bit more room – 455 L compared to 397 L. That’s a difference of about 58 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes B Class performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1540 L, which is about 443 L more than the Toyota Yaris Cross.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes B Class hardly perceptible takes the win – 550 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 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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Toyota Yaris Cross

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The Toyota Yaris Cross takes the jaunty personality of the Yaris and gives it a taller stance and a bit more practicality, so you get city-friendly agility with added SUV presence. It’s easy to live with, economical on the daily grind, and smartly packaged — a sensible pick for buyers who want fuss-free transport with a touch of character.

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Toyota Yaris Cross
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Costs and Consumption

Price
33100 - 52500 £
Price
23700 - 34300 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 6.9 L
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
83 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
56 - 156 g/km
co2
101 - 108 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
Fuel tank capacity
36 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
1180 - 1290 kg
Trunk capacity
405 - 455 L
Trunk capacity
320 - 397 L
Length
4419 mm
Length
4180 mm
Width
1796 mm
Width
1765 mm
Height
1562 mm
Height
1595 mm
Max trunk capacity
1440 - 1540 L
Max trunk capacity
1097 L
Payload
505 - 550 kg
Payload
485 - 510 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Full 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
116 - 130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.7 - 11.3 s
Max Speed
200 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
170 km/h
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
85 - 175 kW
Power kW
85 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
Engine capacity
1490 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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.