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Mercedes Sprinter Bus vs NIO ET5 comparison

Compare performance (190 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (41,400 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Sprinter Bus or NIO ET5?

Mercedes Sprinter Bus vs NIO ET5: Key differences

Mercedes Sprinter Bus

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  • barely cheaper
  • substantially more power
  • only slightly lighter
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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.

NIO ET5 is barely cheaper – starting at 40,700 £ , while the Mercedes Sprinter Bus costs 41,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 669 £.

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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 NIO ET5 offers substantially more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 300 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the NIO ET5 is noticeably 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 ET5 delivers markedly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: NIO ET5 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, NIO ET5 is only 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 significantly 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 ET5 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.

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ET5

NIO ET5

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 490 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.6 - 18.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 456 - 590 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 ET5

NIO ET5 arrives with sleek, minimalist lines and a cabin that feels more like a calm lounge than a dashboard, delivering a composed drive that keeps motorway monotony at bay. Tech is smart rather than showy, and the brand’s novel ownership options make it an appealing choice for buyers who want electric convenience without the usual headaches — plus it brings enough personality to make charging stops less boring.

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NIO ET5

Costs and Consumption
Price
41,400 - 55,900 £
Price
40,700 - 58,700 £
Consumption L/100km
9.3 - 12.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 - 18.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
456 - 590 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
244 - 322 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Hatchback
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
386 L
Length
5,932 - 6,967 mm
Length
4,790 mm
Width
1,993 mm
Width
1,960 mm
Height
2,633 - 2,659 mm
Height
1,499 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,135 L
Payload
814 - 1,144 kg
Payload
455 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manual, 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 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
-

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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