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Mercedes Sprinter Bus vs Toyota Corolla comparison

Compare performance (190 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (41,400 £ vs 28,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Sprinter Bus or Toyota Corolla?

Mercedes Sprinter Bus vs Toyota Corolla: Key differences

Mercedes Sprinter Bus

  • marginally more power
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Toyota Corolla

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  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly 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:

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.

Toyota Corolla is significantly cheaper – starting at 28,600 £ , while the Mercedes Sprinter Bus costs 41,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,806 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Corolla uses 4.4 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Mercedes Sprinter Bus with 9.3 L/100km. The difference is about 4.9 L/100km.

Corolla

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 marginally more power – delivering 190 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 12 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Toyota Corolla is somewhat faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the Mercedes Sprinter Bus tops out at 159 km/h. The difference is around 21 km/h.

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: Toyota Corolla offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Corolla is clearly lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 2,356 kg. The difference is around 936 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Bus carries considerably more – 1,144 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 694 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Corolla 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 £28,600
Corolla

Toyota Corolla

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 140 - 178 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.4 L/100km
Mercedes Sprinter Bus
Toyota Corolla

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Toyota Corolla

The Corolla is a reliable, no-nonsense compact car known for its practicality and composed ride. It’s economical to run, easy to maintain, and suits daily commuting while holding its value well.

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Mercedes Sprinter Bus
Toyota Corolla

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,400 - 55,900 £
Price
28,600 - 34,900 £
Consumption L/100km
9.3 - 12.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 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
100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,356 - 2,559 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,460 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
5,932 - 6,967 mm
Length
4,370 mm
Width
1,993 mm
Width
1,790 mm
Height
2,633 - 2,659 mm
Height
1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,052 L
Payload
814 - 1,144 kg
Payload
400 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
150 - 159 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
84 - 140 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General

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