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Mercedes EQV vs VW Transporter Bus comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 286 HP), boot space and price (50,700 £ vs 41,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQV or VW Transporter Bus?

Mercedes EQV vs VW Transporter Bus: Key differences

Mercedes EQV

  • a bit more electric range
  • significantly more trunk space
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VW Transporter Bus

  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

VW Transporter Bus is clearly cheaper – starting at 41,500 £ , while the Mercedes EQV costs 50,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,269 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW Transporter Bus is clearly more efficient: consuming 22.4 kWh/100km compared to 27.1 kWh/100km for the Mercedes EQV. That’s a difference of about 4.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQV offers a bit more range – reaching up to 364 km, about 40 km more than the VW Transporter Bus.

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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 VW Transporter Bus offers clearly more power – delivering 286 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 82 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Transporter Bus is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Mercedes EQV takes 10.3 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the VW Transporter Bus is clearly faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Mercedes EQV tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 60 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Transporter Bus delivers moderately more torque with 415 Nm compared to 365 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

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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 6.

In terms of curb weight, VW Transporter Bus is noticeably lighter – 1,998 kg compared to 2,666 kg. The difference is around 668 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQV offers significantly more boot space – 1,410 L compared to 763 L. That’s a difference of about 647 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes EQV offers markedly more capacity – up to 5,010 L, about 1,005 L more than the VW Transporter Bus.

When it comes to payload, the VW Transporter Bus carries clearly more – 1,143 kg compared to 834 kg. That’s a difference of about 309 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 Manual, 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 EQV

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.

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VW Transporter Bus

Costs and Consumption
Price
50,700 - 54,400 £
Price
41,500 - 85,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 9.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
27.1 - 27.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
22.4 - 24.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
244 - 364 km
Electric Range
87 - 324 km
Battery Capacity
60 - 90 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
Bus
Body Type
Bus
Seats
6
Seats
4 - 8
Doors
5
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
2,666 - 2,863 kg
Curb weight
1,998 - 2,620 kg
Trunk capacity
1,030 - 1,410 L
Trunk capacity
0 - 763 L
Length
5,140 - 5,370 mm
Length
4,973 - 5,450 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,941 - 2,032 mm
Height
1,920 - 1,923 mm
Height
1,907 - 1,997 mm
Max trunk capacity
4,630 - 5,010 L
Max trunk capacity
3,672 - 4,005 L
Payload
637 - 834 kg
Payload
330 - 1,143 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
110 - 286 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.3 - 12.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
Max Speed
140 km/h
Max Speed
112 - 200 km/h
Torque
365 Nm
Torque
310 - 415 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
81 - 210 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,488 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F, B, A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes EQV have?

The Mercedes EQV is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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