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Mercedes Sprinter Bus vs Renault Trafic Transporter comparison

Compare performance (190 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (41400 £ vs 33200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Sprinter Bus or Renault Trafic Transporter?

Mercedes Sprinter Bus vs Renault Trafic Transporter: Key differences

Mercedes Sprinter Bus

  • somewhat more power

Renault Trafic Transporter

  • clearly perceptible cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • evident lighter

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.

Renault Trafic Transporter has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33200 £ , while the Mercedes Sprinter Bus costs 41400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8182 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Trafic Transporter manages with 6.60 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Mercedes Sprinter Bus with 9.30 L. The difference is about 2.70 L per 100 km.

Trafic Transporter

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 has a somewhat edge – offering 190 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the Renault Trafic Transporter performs minimal better – reaching 174 km/h, while the Mercedes Sprinter Bus tops out at 159 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes Sprinter Bus pulls slightly stronger with 450 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm difference.

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: Renault Trafic Transporter offers decisively more seating capacity – 6 vs 2.

In curb weight, Renault Trafic Transporter is evident lighter – 1848 kg compared to 2356 kg. The difference is around 508 kg.

When it comes to payload, Renault Trafic Transporter barely noticeable takes the win – 1222 kg compared to 1144 kg. That’s a difference of about 78 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Trafic Transporter 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.

Mercedes Sprinter Bus
Renault Trafic Transporter

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from about £33,200
Trafic Transporter

Renault Trafic Transporter

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 110 - 170 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6.6 - 7.8 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 21.2 - 22.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 240 - 318 km

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 Trafic Transporter

The Renault Trafic is a practical, workhorse transporter that hides thoughtful cabin comfort behind a tough, utilitarian exterior, so you can tackle a busy week without sacrificing sanity. It’s a sensible choice for buyers who want reliability and clever flexibility rather than flash, with just enough character to make daily hauling feel less like a chore.

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Mercedes Sprinter Bus
Renault Trafic Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
41400 - 55900 £
Price
33200 - 43500 £
Consumption L/100km
9.3 - 12.3 L
Consumption L/100km
6.6 - 7.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 22.2 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
240 - 318 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
244 - 322 g/km
co2
0 - 206 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
2
Seats
3 - 6
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
2356 - 2559 kg
Curb weight
1848 - 2075 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5932 - 6967 mm
Length
5080 - 5480 mm
Width
1993 mm
Width
1956 mm
Height
2633 - 2659 mm
Height
1967 - 2509 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
3300 - 8900 L
Payload
814 - 1144 kg
Payload
848 - 1222 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, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
114 - 190 HP
Power HP
110 - 170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 - 15.1 s
Max Speed
150 - 159 km/h
Max Speed
110 - 174 km/h
Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Torque
245 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
84 - 140 kW
Power kW
81 - 125 kW
Engine capacity
1950 cm3
Engine capacity
1997 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2022 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Renault
Is the Mercedes Sprinter Bus offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.