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Mercedes EQT vs VW Caddy comparison

Compare performance (122 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (27,800 £ vs 27,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQT or VW Caddy?

Mercedes EQT vs VW Caddy: Key differences

Mercedes EQT

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  • considerably more electric range
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VW Caddy

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  • barely cheaper
  • a bit more power
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly lighter
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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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

VW Caddy is barely cheaper – starting at 27,800 £ , while the Mercedes EQT costs 27,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15 £.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQT offers considerably more range – reaching up to 278 km, about 157 km more than the VW Caddy.

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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 VW Caddy offers a bit more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 28 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Caddy is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 11.4 s, while the Mercedes EQT takes 12.6 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the VW Caddy is clearly faster – reaching 186 km/h, while the Mercedes EQT tops out at 132 km/h. The difference is around 54 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Caddy delivers clearly more torque with 320 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 75 Nm more.

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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.

Seats: VW Caddy offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, VW Caddy is visibly lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 1,925 kg. The difference is around 350 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the VW Caddy offers substantially more capacity – up to 3,700 L, about 1,721 L more than the Mercedes EQT.

When it comes to payload, the VW Caddy carries noticeably more – 710 kg compared to 531 kg. That’s a difference of about 179 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Caddy has only a minor advantage 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.

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VW Caddy

  • Engine Type Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 102 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 0.5 - 6.9 L/100km
  • Electric Range 116 - 121 km
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Mercedes EQT

The Mercedes EQT is Mercedes‑Benz’s compact electric people carrier that grafts the brand’s usual refinement onto a practical, family‑friendly van body. It makes school runs feel a little more upscale — quietly electric, sensibly packaged and unexpectedly pleasant to live with, especially if you like your practicality with a touch of luxury.

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VW Caddy

The VW Caddy is the Swiss-army knife of compact vans — practical, surprisingly refined, and ready to swap a weekend adventure for a grocery run without breaking a sweat. It’s user-friendly, comfortable enough for daily driving, and sensible for buyers who want utility with a dash of style and no drama.

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Jakob Blans
12 May 2026, 16:22:17

A really lovely car with space for a wheelchair and much more, which we've had for almost 14 years and driven over 200,000 km with. Now the gearbox has failed and we'd like to buy a new one.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
27,800 - 32,100 £
Price
27,800 - 45,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 20.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
265 - 278 km
Electric Range
116 - 121 km
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
10 - 165 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,925 - 2,023 kg
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,998 kg
Trunk capacity
242 - 551 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Length
4,500 - 4,853 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,860 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,979 L
Max trunk capacity
2,556 - 3,700 L
Payload
457 - 531 kg
Payload
501 - 710 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 HP
Power HP
102 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 14 s
Max Speed
132 km/h
Max Speed
173 - 186 km/h
Torque
245 Nm
Torque
220 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
90 kW
Power kW
75 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes EQT have?

The Mercedes EQT is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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