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Mercedes Sprinter Bus vs SEAT Ibiza comparison

Compare performance (190 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (41,400 £ vs 16,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Sprinter Bus or SEAT Ibiza?

Mercedes Sprinter Bus vs SEAT Ibiza: Key differences

Mercedes Sprinter Bus

  • clearly more power
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SEAT Ibiza

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  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • considerably 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:

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.

SEAT Ibiza is considerably cheaper – starting at 16,800 £ , while the Mercedes Sprinter Bus costs 41,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,541 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Ibiza uses 5 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes Sprinter Bus with 9.3 L/100km. The difference is about 4.3 L/100km.

Ibiza

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 clearly more power – delivering 190 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 40 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Sprinter Bus delivers substantially more torque with 450 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 200 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: SEAT Ibiza offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, SEAT Ibiza is considerably lighter – 1,111 kg compared to 2,356 kg. The difference is around 1,245 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Bus carries clearly more – 1,144 kg compared to 522 kg. That’s a difference of about 622 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SEAT Ibiza holds a decisive overall lead 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 £16,800
Ibiza

SEAT Ibiza

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 80 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5 - 5.7 L/100km
Mercedes Sprinter Bus
SEAT Ibiza

Costs and Consumption

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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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SEAT Ibiza

The SEAT Ibiza is a cheeky, well-priced hatchback that blends sharp styling with a grown-up driving character, making it a smart choice for city commuters who still want a bit of fun. Inside it's practical and neatly finished, with sensible kit and easygoing manners that make everyday life less fussy — a car that doesn't try too hard but gets the job done with a smile.

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Mercedes Sprinter Bus
SEAT Ibiza

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,400 - 55,900 £
Price
16,800 - 28,600 £
Consumption L/100km
9.3 - 12.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
244 - 322 g/km
co2
114 - 128 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
-
Curb weight
2,356 - 2,559 kg
Curb weight
1,111 - 1,231 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
355 L
Length
5,932 - 6,967 mm
Length
-
Width
1,993 mm
Width
1,780 mm
Height
2,633 - 2,659 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
814 - 1,144 kg
Payload
489 - 522 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
114 - 190 HP
Power HP
80 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 15.3 s
Max Speed
150 - 159 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Torque
95 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
84 - 140 kW
Power kW
59 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
SEAT
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