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Mercedes Sprinter Bus vs Hyundai IONIQ 5 comparison

Compare performance (190 HP vs 229 HP), boot space and price (41,400 £ vs 43,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Sprinter Bus or Hyundai IONIQ 5?

Mercedes Sprinter Bus vs Hyundai IONIQ 5: Key differences

Mercedes Sprinter Bus

  • very slightly cheaper
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Hyundai IONIQ 5

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • moderately more power
  • markedly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Sprinter Bus

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mercedes Sprinter Bus is very slightly cheaper – starting at 41,400 £ , while the Hyundai IONIQ 5 costs 43,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,945 £.

IONIQ 5

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers moderately more power – delivering 229 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 39 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Sprinter Bus delivers clearly more torque with 450 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai IONIQ 5 is markedly lighter – 1,955 kg compared to 2,356 kg. The difference is around 401 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Bus carries considerably more – 1,144 kg compared to 530 kg. That’s a difference of about 614 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 stands well ahead of its rival 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 £43,300
IONIQ 5

Hyundai IONIQ 5

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 170 - 229 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.6 - 16 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 440 - 570 km
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Mercedes Sprinter Bus

The Mercedes Sprinter is the go-to people-mover for operators and families who want robust practicality wrapped in a premium feel, with a flexible interior that can be tailored from shuttle to mobile office without breaking a sweat. Sporting the three-pointed star and the driving manners of a tall estate, the Sprinter Bus is comfortable, dependable and refreshingly easy to live with day after day.

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Hyundai IONIQ 5

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 looks like a spaceship that moved into suburbia, pairing bold retro‑futuristic styling with a roomy, cleverly laid-out cabin that makes long trips surprisingly comfortable. Its electric character delivers instant, silky acceleration and low running costs, making it a smart, slightly cheeky pick for buyers who want tech, practicality and personality without the drama.

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Reviews Hyundai IONIQ 5

5 (2 Reviews)
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Javi Rodman
4 Jan 2026, 17:25:22

The best of the best. Comfortable, practical, economical, fun, spacious, with all the ADAS and safety systems. What more could you ask for?

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Mercedes Sprinter Bus
Hyundai IONIQ 5

Costs and Consumption
Price
41,400 - 55,900 £
Price
43,300 - 46,100 £
Consumption L/100km
9.3 - 12.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 16 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
440 - 570 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
244 - 322 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Bus
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
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Curb weight
2,356 - 2,559 kg
Curb weight
1,955 - 2,060 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
520 L
Length
5,932 - 6,967 mm
Length
-
Width
1,993 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
2,633 - 2,659 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
814 - 1,144 kg
Payload
515 - 530 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
114 - 190 HP
Power HP
170 - 229 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 8.5 s
Max Speed
150 - 159 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Torque
350 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
84 - 140 kW
Power kW
125 - 168 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Hyundai
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes Sprinter Bus have?

The Mercedes Sprinter Bus is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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