Compare performance (204 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (50,700 £ vs 38,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQV or Renault Trafic Bus?
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.
Renault Trafic Bus is clearly cheaper – starting at 38,200 £ , while the Mercedes EQV costs 50,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,508 £.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes EQV offers slightly more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQV is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 10.3 s, while the Renault Trafic Bus takes 10.6 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Renault Trafic Bus is moderately faster – reaching 174 km/h, while the Mercedes EQV tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 34 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault Trafic Bus delivers marginally more torque with 380 Nm compared to 365 Nm. That’s about 15 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: Renault Trafic Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 6.
In terms of curb weight, Renault Trafic Bus is clearly lighter – 2,031 kg compared to 2,666 kg. The difference is around 635 kg.
For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes EQV offers noticeably more capacity – up to 5,010 L, about 1,010 L more than the Renault Trafic Bus.
When it comes to payload, the Renault Trafic Bus carries slightly more – 982 kg compared to 834 kg. That’s a difference of about 148 kg.
The Mercedes EQV comes out modestly 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 EQV is a serene electric people‑mover that wraps practical interior space in true Mercedes luxury, turning long trips into a first‑class commute. It’s perfect for families and executives who want silent, comfortable transport with a premium feel, and it manages to be both sensible and a little bit smug in the best possible way.
detailsThe Renault Trafic is a practical people-carrier that prefers sensible space and smart flexibility to showroom gloss, making it a top pick for families, shuttle operators or anyone ferrying a crowd without fuss. It’s comfortable, economical in everyday running and blessedly uncomplicated — not the most glamorous vehicle, but brilliantly dependable when you need it to be.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
50,700 - 54,400 £
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Price
38,200 - 54,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 7.2 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
27.1 - 27.5 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
244 - 364 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
175 - 189 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
80 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
6
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Seats
8 - 9
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
2,666 - 2,863 kg
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Curb weight
2,031 - 2,352 kg
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Trunk capacity
1,030 - 1,410 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
5,140 - 5,370 mm
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Length
5,080 - 5,480 mm
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Width
1,928 mm
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Width
1,956 mm
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Height
1,920 - 1,923 mm
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Height
1,973 - 1,974 mm
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Max trunk capacity
4,630 - 5,010 L
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Max trunk capacity
3,200 - 4,000 L
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Payload
637 - 834 kg
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Payload
718 - 982 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Diesel
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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, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 HP
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Power HP
110 - 170 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.3 - 12.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 16.5 s
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Max Speed
140 km/h
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Max Speed
161 - 174 km/h
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Torque
365 Nm
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Torque
300 - 380 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
150 kW
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Power kW
81 - 125 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Renault
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