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Mercedes EQV vs VW Transporter Transporter – Which model is better for everyday use?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Mercedes EQV or VW Transporter Transporter fits your lifestyle better.

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 Transporter has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37500 £, while the Mercedes EQV costs 50700 £. That’s a price difference of around 13232 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the VW Transporter Transporter: with 21.90 kWh per 100 km, it’s evident more efficient than the Mercedes EQV with 27.10 kWh. That’s a difference of about 5.20 kWh.

As for range, the Mercedes EQV performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 364 km, about 33 km more than the VW Transporter Transporter.

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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 Transporter has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 286 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 82 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Transporter Transporter is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the Mercedes EQV takes 10.30 s. That’s about 2.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Transporter Transporter performs minimal better – reaching 150 km/h, while the Mercedes EQV tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Transporter Transporter pulls slightly stronger with 415 Nm compared to 365 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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: Mercedes EQV offers to a small extent more seating capacity – 6 vs 5.

In curb weight, VW Transporter Transporter is convincingly lighter – 1872 kg compared to 2666 kg. The difference is around 794 kg.

When it comes to payload, VW Transporter Transporter evident takes the win – 1259 kg compared to 834 kg. That’s a difference of about 425 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW Transporter Transporter proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Transporter Transporter is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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VW Transporter Transporter

  • Engine Type : Diesel, 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 : 7.1 - 8.4 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 21.9 - 24.4 kWh
  • Electric Range : 56 - 331 km
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Mercedes EQV

The Mercedes-Benz EQV stands out as a versatile electric vehicle combining luxury with practicality, making it an ideal choice for environmentally conscious families. With its spacious interior and sleek design, it offers a premium driving experience that aligns with the brand's reputation for quality and innovation. As a sustainable option in the realm of people carriers, it exhibits the perfect balance between cutting-edge technology and everyday usability.

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VW Transporter Transporter

The VW Transporter is the workhorse of the modern tradesman, blending practical cleverness with a cabin that's actually pleasant to spend a long day in. It may not steal the style spotlight, but its unshowy durability, clever load solutions and easy-to-live-with character make it a sensible pick for businesses and weekend projects alike.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
50700 - 54400 £
Price
37500 - 60800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 8.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
27.1 - 27.5 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 24.4 kWh
Electric Range
244 - 364 km
Electric Range
56 - 331 km
Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 220 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
6
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
2666 - 2863 kg
Curb weight
1872 - 2462 kg
Trunk capacity
1030 - 1410 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5140 - 5370 mm
Length
5050 - 5450 mm
Width
1928 mm
Width
2032 mm
Height
1920 - 1923 mm
Height
1966 - 1985 mm
Max trunk capacity
4630 - 5010 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
637 - 834 kg
Payload
755 - 1259 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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 - 150 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
1996 - 2488 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VW

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What drive types are available for the Mercedes EQV?

The Mercedes EQV is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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