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Mercedes Sprinter Bus vs Renault Austral comparison

Compare performance (190 HP vs 148 HP), boot space and price (41,400 £ vs 29,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Sprinter Bus or Renault Austral?

Mercedes Sprinter Bus vs Renault Austral: Key differences

Mercedes Sprinter Bus

  • markedly more power
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Renault Austral

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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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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.

Renault Austral is clearly cheaper – starting at 29,900 £ , while the Mercedes Sprinter Bus costs 41,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,469 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Austral uses 6.4 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mercedes Sprinter Bus with 9.3 L/100km. The difference is about 2.9 L/100km.

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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 Mercedes Sprinter Bus offers markedly more power – delivering 190 HP compared to 148 HP. That’s roughly 42 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Sprinter Bus delivers clearly more torque with 450 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 180 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: Renault Austral offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Austral is clearly lighter – 1,548 kg compared to 2,356 kg. The difference is around 808 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Bus carries considerably more – 1,144 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 689 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Austral 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 £29,900
Austral

Renault Austral

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 148 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6.4 L/100km
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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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Renault Austral

The Renault Austral dresses the family SUV in elegant modern looks and a surprisingly grown-up cabin that feels thoughtful and livable. It balances comfort and clever technology with a relaxed road presence—an appealing choice for buyers who want style and everyday sense without fuss.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
41,400 - 55,900 £
Price
29,900 - 34,100 £
Consumption L/100km
9.3 - 12.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
244 - 322 g/km
co2
145 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
-
Curb weight
2,356 - 2,559 kg
Curb weight
1,548 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5,932 - 6,967 mm
Length
-
Width
1,993 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
2,633 - 2,659 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
814 - 1,144 kg
Payload
455 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
114 - 190 HP
Power HP
148 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 s
Max Speed
150 - 159 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Torque
270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
84 - 140 kW
Power kW
109 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Renault
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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