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Mercedes EQB vs VW Transporter Bus comparison

Compare performance (292 HP vs 286 HP), boot space and price (45,900 £ vs 41,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQB or VW Transporter Bus?

Mercedes EQB vs VW Transporter Bus: Key differences

Mercedes EQB

4.3 (4 Reviews)
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  • marginally more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • visibly more electric range
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
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VW Transporter Bus

  • slightly cheaper
  • barely lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

EQB

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.

VW Transporter Bus is slightly cheaper – starting at 41,500 £ , while the Mercedes EQB costs 45,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,391 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes EQB is substantially more efficient: consuming 15.2 kWh/100km compared to 22.4 kWh/100km for the VW Transporter Bus. That’s a difference of about 7.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQB offers visibly more range – reaching up to 535 km, about 211 km more than the VW Transporter Bus.

Transporter Bus

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 EQB offers marginally more power – delivering 292 HP compared to 286 HP. That’s roughly 6 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQB is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 6.2 s, while the VW Transporter Bus takes 7.4 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the VW Transporter Bus is somewhat faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Mercedes EQB tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQB delivers noticeably more torque with 520 Nm compared to 415 Nm. That’s about 105 Nm more.

EQB

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: VW Transporter Bus offers more seats – 8 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, VW Transporter Bus is barely lighter – 1,998 kg compared to 2,105 kg. The difference is around 107 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Transporter Bus offers markedly more boot space – 763 L compared to 495 L. That’s a difference of about 268 L.

For maximum load capacity, the VW Transporter Bus offers clearly more capacity – up to 4,005 L, about 2,295 L more than the Mercedes EQB.

When it comes to payload, the VW Transporter Bus carries significantly more – 1,143 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 708 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Transporter Bus is decisively ahead 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.

from £41,500
Transporter Bus

VW Transporter Bus

  • Engine Type Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 110 - 286 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 0.8 - 9.2 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 22.4 - 24.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 87 - 324 km
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Mercedes EQB

The Mercedes EQB is an electric compact SUV that dresses Mercedes' premium feel in practical clothing, with flexible seating and a serene, composed ride that turns everyday errands into a small luxury. It won't thrill the enthusiast, but for buyers who want a smart, spacious and well-made EV with tasteful tech and real-world usability, the EQB is a sensible, slightly buttoned-up choice that impresses without shouting.

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Reviews Mercedes EQB

4.3 (4 Reviews)
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Stefan
4 Dec 2025, 21:05:57

A bit boring and no longer up-to-date with its slow charging speed...

VW Transporter Bus

The VW Transporter is the Swiss Army knife of vans — rugged, practical and surprisingly civilized on the road, whether you’re hauling kit for a job or converting it into a weekend camper. It isn’t trying to be glamorous, but its blend of durability, clever packaging and familiar VW charm makes it a sensible choice for buyers who need space without sacrificing driveability.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
45,900 - 58,900 £
Price
41,500 - 85,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 9.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.2 - 17.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
22.4 - 24.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
468 - 535 km
Electric Range
87 - 324 km
Battery Capacity
70.5 kWh
Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 229 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 60 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 8
Doors
5
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
2,105 - 2,170 kg
Curb weight
1,998 - 2,620 kg
Trunk capacity
495 L
Trunk capacity
0 - 763 L
Length
4,684 mm
Length
4,973 - 5,450 mm
Width
1,834 mm
Width
1,941 - 2,032 mm
Height
1,654 - 1,689 mm
Height
1,907 - 1,997 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,710 L
Max trunk capacity
3,672 - 4,005 L
Payload
435 kg
Payload
330 - 1,143 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 292 HP
Power HP
110 - 286 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
Max Speed
160 km/h
Max Speed
112 - 200 km/h
Torque
385 - 520 Nm
Torque
310 - 415 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
140 - 215 kW
Power kW
81 - 210 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,488 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F, B, A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VW
Is the Mercedes EQB offered with different drivetrains?

The Mercedes EQB is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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