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Mercedes Sprinter Bus vs Vauxhall Vivaro comparison

Compare performance (190 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (41,400 £ vs 33,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Sprinter Bus or Vauxhall Vivaro?

Mercedes Sprinter Bus vs Vauxhall Vivaro: Key differences

Mercedes Sprinter Bus

  • barely more power
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Vauxhall Vivaro

  • markedly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Sprinter Bus

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Vauxhall Vivaro is markedly cheaper – starting at 33,200 £ , while the Mercedes Sprinter Bus costs 41,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,182 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Vivaro uses 6.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes Sprinter Bus with 9.3 L/100km. The difference is about 3.1 L/100km.

Vivaro

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 Sprinter Bus offers barely more power – delivering 190 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 10 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Sprinter Bus delivers a bit more torque with 450 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Vauxhall Vivaro offers more seats – 9 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Vivaro is clearly lighter – 1,722 kg compared to 2,356 kg. The difference is around 634 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Vivaro carries barely more – 1,226 kg compared to 1,144 kg. That’s a difference of about 82 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Vivaro is clearly superior overall 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 £33,200
Vivaro

Vauxhall Vivaro

  • Engine Type Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 120 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.2 - 7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 23.7 - 23.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 222 - 350 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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The Opel Vivaro is a workhorse with a surprisingly civilised demeanour, blending rugged practicality with enough style and comfort to keep drivers happy on any job. With clever packaging and sensible features that simplify loading, commuting and family duties, it’s the no-nonsense van for buyers who want functionality without the fuss — honest, dependable and just smart enough to make the day easier.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
41,400 - 55,900 £
Price
33,200 - 45,700 £
Consumption L/100km
9.3 - 12.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.2 - 7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
23.7 - 23.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
222 - 350 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
244 - 322 g/km
co2
0 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Cargo Van, Bus
Seats
2
Seats
3 - 9
Doors
4
Doors
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Curb weight
2,356 - 2,559 kg
Curb weight
1,722 - 2,241 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5,932 - 6,967 mm
Length
-
Width
1,993 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
2,633 - 2,659 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
814 - 1,144 kg
Payload
872 - 1,226 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
114 - 190 HP
Power HP
120 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 14.3 s
Max Speed
150 - 159 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Torque
260 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
84 - 140 kW
Power kW
88 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 - 2,184 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Vauxhall
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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