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Mercedes Sprinter Bus vs Nissan Leaf comparison

Compare performance (190 HP vs 217 HP), boot space and price (41,400 £ vs 30,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Sprinter Bus or Nissan Leaf?

Mercedes Sprinter Bus vs Nissan Leaf: Key differences

Mercedes Sprinter Bus

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Nissan Leaf

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  • clearly cheaper
  • 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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Nissan Leaf is clearly cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Mercedes Sprinter Bus costs 41,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,569 £.

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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 Nissan Leaf offers moderately more power – delivering 217 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Sprinter Bus delivers clearly more torque with 450 Nm compared to 355 Nm. That’s about 95 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: Nissan Leaf offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Leaf is markedly lighter – 1,864 kg compared to 2,356 kg. The difference is around 492 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Bus carries substantially more – 1,144 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 700 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Leaf 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.

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Leaf

Nissan Leaf

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 176 - 217 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.7 - 13.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 436 - 624 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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Nissan Leaf

The Nissan Leaf is a practical, easygoing electric hatch that turns daily commutes into a quiet, effortless affair while offering more cabin space than it lets on. It’s a sensible, wallet-friendly step into electrification for buyers who value comfort and simplicity over sporty drama, though those chasing long-distance thrills might look elsewhere.

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Mir
12 Mar 2026, 21:05:00

The author of this comparison probably doesn't read what they're writing. Almost 100 Nm is a small difference? XD And by the way, the Leaf is listed at 6.9 s to the first 100 km/h while the rival is over 8 s — that's not a small difference… it's a shame to read this comparison with so many mistakes; better to take a drive and judge for yourself.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
41,400 - 55,900 £
Price
30,800 - 41,100 £
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
13.7 - 13.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
436 - 624 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
Hatchback
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
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Curb weight
2,356 - 2,559 kg
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,956 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
437 L
Length
5,932 - 6,967 mm
Length
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Width
1,993 mm
Width
1,810 mm
Height
2,633 - 2,659 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
814 - 1,144 kg
Payload
441 - 444 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
114 - 190 HP
Power HP
176 - 217 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.3 s
Max Speed
150 - 159 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Torque
345 - 355 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
84 - 140 kW
Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Nissan
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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