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Mercedes GLA vs VW Transporter Bus comparison
Compare performance (421 HP vs 286 HP), boot space and price (38,800 £ vs 41,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLA or VW Transporter Bus?
Mercedes GLA vs VW Transporter Bus: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
GLA
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mercedes GLA is very slightly cheaper – starting at 38,800 £ , while the VW Transporter Bus costs 41,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,642 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Transporter Bus uses 0.8 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Mercedes GLA with 2.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.1 L/100km.
As for electric range, the VW Transporter Bus offers considerably more range – reaching up to 324 km, about 250 km more than the Mercedes GLA.
Transporter Bus
Engine and Performance:
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 GLA offers clearly more power – delivering 421 HP compared to 286 HP. That’s roughly 135 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLA is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the VW Transporter Bus takes 7.4 s. That’s about 3.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLA delivers slightly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 415 Nm. That’s about 85 Nm more.
GLA
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 5.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes GLA is visibly lighter – 1,570 kg compared to 1,998 kg. The difference is around 428 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VW Transporter Bus offers clearly more boot space – 763 L compared to 435 L. That’s a difference of about 328 L.
When it comes to payload, the VW Transporter Bus carries significantly more – 1,143 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 643 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The VW Transporter Bus holds a decisive overall lead 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 Transporter Bus
Mercedes GLA
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Mercedes GLA
The Mercedes GLA is a compact luxury crossover that brings Mercedes-Benz's refined design and premium cabin materials into a practical, city-friendly package. It combines comfortable ride quality and intuitive tech with poised handling, making it a confident choice for everyday driving and longer journeys.
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VW Transporter Bus
The VW Transporter is the Swiss Army knife of vans — rugged, practical and surprisingly civilized on the road, whether you’re hauling kit for a job or converting it into a weekend camper. It isn’t trying to be glamorous, but its blend of durability, clever packaging and familiar VW charm makes it a sensible choice for buyers who need space without sacrificing driveability.
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Mercedes GLA
VW Transporter Bus
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
38,800 - 75,300 £
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Price
41,500 - 85,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 9.5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 9.2 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.4 - 24.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
74 km
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Electric Range
87 - 324 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
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co2
66 - 216 g/km
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co2
0 - 229 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 60 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
5
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Seats
4 - 8
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Doors
-
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Doors
4 - 5
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Curb weight
1,570 - 1,810 kg
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Curb weight
1,998 - 2,620 kg
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Trunk capacity
385 - 435 L
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Trunk capacity
0 - 763 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,973 - 5,450 mm
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Width
1,834 - 1,849 mm
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Width
1,941 - 2,032 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,907 - 1,997 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
3,672 - 4,005 L
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Payload
480 - 500 kg
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Payload
330 - 1,143 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Petrol
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 421 HP
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Power HP
110 - 286 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 11 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
112 - 200 km/h
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Torque
230 - 500 Nm
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Torque
310 - 415 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
85 - 310 kW
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Power kW
81 - 210 kW
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,488 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F, B, A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
VW
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