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Mercedes Sprinter Bus vs SsangYong Tivoli comparison

Compare performance (190 HP vs 163 HP), boot space and price (41,400 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Sprinter Bus or SsangYong Tivoli?

Mercedes Sprinter Bus vs SsangYong Tivoli: Key differences

Mercedes Sprinter Bus

  • slightly more power
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SsangYong Tivoli

  • significantly cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • substantially lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Sprinter Bus

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

SsangYong Tivoli is significantly cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Mercedes Sprinter Bus costs 41,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,963 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SsangYong Tivoli uses 7 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Mercedes Sprinter Bus with 9.3 L/100km. The difference is about 2.3 L/100km.

Tivoli

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes Sprinter Bus offers slightly more power – delivering 190 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the SsangYong Tivoli is moderately faster – reaching 181 km/h, while the Mercedes Sprinter Bus tops out at 159 km/h. The difference is around 22 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Sprinter Bus delivers noticeably more torque with 450 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 170 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: SsangYong Tivoli offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, SsangYong Tivoli is substantially lighter – 1,375 kg compared to 2,356 kg. The difference is around 981 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 SsangYong Tivoli 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 £21,400
Tivoli

SsangYong Tivoli

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 163 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7 - 8.3 L/100km
Mercedes Sprinter Bus
SsangYong Tivoli

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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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SsangYong Tivoli

The SsangYong Tivoli is an unpretentious small crossover that surprises with a roomy, well-finished cabin and an agreeable ride that suits everyday life. It won't win any beauty contests, but it's a smart, economical choice for buyers who value practicality, comfort and a bit of cheeky character.

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Mercedes Sprinter Bus
SsangYong Tivoli

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,400 - 55,900 £
Price
21,400 - 30,300 £
Consumption L/100km
9.3 - 12.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
244 - 322 g/km
co2
161 - 191 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,356 - 2,559 kg
Curb weight
1,375 - 1,492 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
395 - 720 L
Length
5,932 - 6,967 mm
Length
4,225 - 4,480 mm
Width
1,993 mm
Width
1,810 mm
Height
2,633 - 2,659 mm
Height
1,613 - 1,646 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,115 - 1,440 L
Payload
814 - 1,144 kg
Payload
425 - 455 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, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
114 - 190 HP
Power HP
163 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
150 - 159 km/h
Max Speed
175 - 181 km/h
Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Torque
260 - 280 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
84 - 140 kW
Power kW
120 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
SsangYong
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