Compare performance (238 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (33100 £ vs 21400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes B Class or VW T-Cross?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
VW T-Cross has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21400 £ , while the Mercedes B Class costs 33100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11735 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes B Class manages with 2.50 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the VW T-Cross with 5.40 L. The difference is about 2.90 L per 100 km.
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 distinct edge – offering 238 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 88 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 VW T-Cross takes 8.40 s. That’s about 1.90 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes B Class pulls significantly stronger with 450 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm difference.
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, VW T-Cross is somewhat lighter – 1267 kg compared to 1405 kg. The difference is around 138 kg.
Boot capacity is identical – both offer 455 L of storage.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes B Class slightly takes the win – 550 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.
The Mercedes B Class is far ahead overall 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.
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.
detailsThe VW T-Cross turns everyday practicality into a style statement, offering a roomy-feeling cabin, clever storage and playful design that suits town life and family duties alike. On the road it's composed and relaxed, rewarding buyers who want the raised seating and confident presence of an SUV without the weighty compromises.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
33100 - 52500 £
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Price
21400 - 32000 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 6.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 6 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
83 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
56 - 156 g/km
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co2
124 - 136 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
MPV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1405 - 1745 kg
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Curb weight
1267 - 1338 kg
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Trunk capacity
405 - 455 L
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Length
4419 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1796 mm
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Width
1784 mm
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Height
1562 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1440 - 1540 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
505 - 550 kg
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Payload
463 - 480 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 238 HP
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Power HP
95 - 150 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 11.3 s
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Max Speed
200 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
200 - 450 Nm
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Torque
175 - 250 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
85 - 175 kW
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Power kW
70 - 110 kW
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
VW
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The Mercedes B Class is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.