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Mercedes Sprinter Bus vs NIO EL6 comparison

Compare performance (190 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (41,400 £ vs 45,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Sprinter Bus or NIO EL6?

Mercedes Sprinter Bus vs NIO EL6: Key differences

Mercedes Sprinter Bus

  • slightly cheaper
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NIO EL6

4.1 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • very slightly 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:

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

Mercedes Sprinter Bus is slightly cheaper – starting at 41,400 £ , while the NIO EL6 costs 45,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,474 £.

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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 NIO EL6 offers substantially more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 300 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the NIO EL6 is visibly faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Mercedes Sprinter Bus tops out at 159 km/h. The difference is around 41 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL6 delivers noticeably more torque with 700 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm more.

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: NIO EL6 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, NIO EL6 is very slightly lighter – 2,215 kg compared to 2,356 kg. The difference is around 141 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Bus carries substantially more – 1,144 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 669 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL6 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 £45,900
EL6

NIO EL6

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 490 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 20.4 - 21.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 406 - 529 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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NIO EL6

The NIO EL6 blends coupe-like styling with a spacious, tech-packed cabin that makes it feel more premium than its price tag suggests. It steers with quiet confidence and clever conveniences — including NIO's battery-swap option — so long trips start to feel like pure driving pleasure rather than logistical planning.

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Mercedes Sprinter Bus
NIO EL6

Costs and Consumption
Price
41,400 - 55,900 £
Price
45,900 - 63,900 £
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
20.4 - 21.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
406 - 529 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
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
5
Curb weight
2,356 - 2,559 kg
Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
597 L
Length
5,932 - 6,967 mm
Length
4,854 mm
Width
1,993 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
2,633 - 2,659 mm
Height
1,703 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
Payload
814 - 1,144 kg
Payload
455 - 475 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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
114 - 190 HP
Power HP
490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 s
Max Speed
150 - 159 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
84 - 140 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
NIO
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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