Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Renault Trafic Bus has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 38200 £, while the Mercedes Sprinter Bus costs 41400 £. That’s a price difference of around 3144 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Trafic Bus manages with 6.70 L and is therefore evident more efficient than the Mercedes Sprinter Bus with 9.30 L. The difference is about 2.60 L per 100 km.
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 has a a bit edge – offering 190 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.
In terms of top speed, the Renault Trafic Bus performs somewhat better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Mercedes Sprinter Bus tops out at 159 km/h. The difference is around 21 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes Sprinter Bus pulls to a small extent stronger with 450 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Renault Trafic Bus offers decisively more seating capacity – 9 vs 2.
In curb weight, Renault Trafic Bus is somewhat lighter – 2031 kg compared to 2356 kg. The difference is around 325 kg.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes Sprinter Bus a bit takes the win – 1144 kg compared to 982 kg. That’s a difference of about 162 kg.
The Renault Trafic Bus proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Renault Trafic Bus is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
detailsThe Renault Trafic is a practical people-carrier that prefers sensible space and smart flexibility to showroom gloss, making it a top pick for families, shuttle operators or anyone ferrying a crowd without fuss. It’s comfortable, economical in everyday running and blessedly uncomplicated — not the most glamorous vehicle, but brilliantly dependable when you need it to be.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
41400 - 55900 £
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Price
38200 - 54400 £
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Consumption L/100km
9.3 - 12.3 L
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Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 7.2 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
244 - 322 g/km
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co2
175 - 189 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
71 L
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Fuel tank capacity
80 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
2
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Seats
8 - 9
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Doors
4
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
2356 - 2559 kg
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Curb weight
2031 - 2352 kg
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Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
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Length
5932 - 6967 mm
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Length
5080 - 5480 mm
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Width
1993 mm
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Width
1956 mm
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Height
2633 - 2659 mm
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Height
1973 - 1974 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
3200 - 4000 L
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Payload
814 - 1144 kg
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Payload
718 - 982 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
114 - 190 HP
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Power HP
110 - 170 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 16.5 s
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Max Speed
150 - 159 km/h
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Max Speed
161 - 180 km/h
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Torque
300 - 450 Nm
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Torque
300 - 380 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
84 - 140 kW
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Power kW
81 - 125 kW
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Engine capacity
1950 cm3
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Engine capacity
1997 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Renault
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Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.