Compare performance (122 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (27,800 £ vs 25,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQT or VW Caddy Compact Van?
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 Compact Van is very slightly cheaper – starting at 25,800 £ , while the Mercedes EQT costs 27,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,953 £.
As for electric range, the Mercedes EQT offers clearly more range – reaching up to 278 km, about 158 km more than the VW Caddy Compact Van.
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 VW Caddy Compact Van offers a bit more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 28 HP more horsepower.
Looking at top speed, the VW Caddy Compact Van 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 Compact Van delivers visibly more torque with 320 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 75 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Mercedes EQT offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, VW Caddy Compact Van is noticeably lighter – 1,442 kg compared to 1,925 kg. The difference is around 483 kg.
For maximum load capacity, the VW Caddy Compact Van offers considerably more capacity – up to 3,700 L, about 1,721 L more than the Mercedes EQT.
When it comes to payload, the VW Caddy Compact Van carries markedly more – 759 kg compared to 531 kg. That’s a difference of about 228 kg.
The Mercedes EQT 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.
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.
detailsThe VW Caddy is a clever compact van that turns urban chores into something almost enjoyable, thanks to smart packaging and a cabin that refuses to feel like punishment. For buyers who want useful practicality without drama, the Caddy is a tidy, dependable choice that quietly gets the job done while remaining surprisingly pleasant to drive.
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Price
27,800 - 32,100 £
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Price
25,800 - 42,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.8 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 20.8 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
265 - 278 km
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Electric Range
117 - 120 km
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Battery Capacity
45 kWh
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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
11 - 154 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Seats
5
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Seats
2
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Doors
5
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Doors
4 - 5
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Curb weight
1,925 - 2,023 kg
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Curb weight
1,442 - 1,818 kg
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Trunk capacity
242 - 551 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
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Length
4,500 - 4,853 mm
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Width
1,859 mm
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Width
1,855 mm
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Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
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Height
1,819 - 1,823 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,979 L
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Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 3,700 L
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Payload
457 - 531 kg
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Payload
628 - 759 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
122 HP
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Power HP
102 - 150 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Max Speed
132 km/h
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Max Speed
175 - 186 km/h
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Torque
245 Nm
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Torque
220 - 320 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
90 kW
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Power kW
75 - 110 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
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Model Year
2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
VW
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