Compare performance (238 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (33100 £ vs 26400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes B Class or VW T-Roc?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
VW T-Roc has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 26400 £ , while the Mercedes B Class costs 33100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6691 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes B Class manages with 2.50 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the VW T-Roc with 5.50 L. The difference is about 3 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 noticeable 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 noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 6.50 s, while the VW T-Roc takes 8.90 s. That’s about 2.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes B Class performs somewhat better – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW T-Roc tops out at 212 km/h. The difference is around 38 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes B Class pulls convincingly stronger with 450 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm difference.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Mercedes B Class is hardly perceptible lighter – 1405 kg compared to 1465 kg. The difference is around 60 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW T-Roc offers slight more room – 475 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes B Class performs a bit better – up to 1540 L, which is about 190 L more than the VW T-Roc.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes B Class hardly perceptible takes the win – 550 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.
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.
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-Roc mixes cheeky, coupe-like styling with the everyday sense and space of an SUV, so it looks fun without sacrificing family sense. It’s a likeable all-rounder with tidy road manners and plenty of personality, ideal if you want a car that’s practical enough for chores but entertaining enough to enjoy.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
33100 - 52500 £
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Price
26400 - 38600 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 6.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 6.3 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
126 - 143 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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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
4 - 5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1405 - 1745 kg
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Curb weight
1465 - 1539 kg
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Trunk capacity
405 - 455 L
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Trunk capacity
284 - 475 L
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Length
4419 mm
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Length
4373 mm
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Width
1796 mm
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Width
1811 - 1828 mm
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Height
1562 mm
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Height
1573 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1440 - 1540 L
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Max trunk capacity
1350 L
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Payload
505 - 550 kg
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Payload
368 - 515 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, Petrol MHEV
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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
115 - 150 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 12.3 s
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Max Speed
200 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
196 - 212 km/h
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Torque
200 - 450 Nm
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Torque
200 - 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
85 - 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
E, D
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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.