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Mercedes Sprinter Bus vs VW Transporter Transporter comparison

Compare performance (190 HP vs 286 HP), boot space and price (41,400 £ vs 37,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Sprinter Bus or VW Transporter Transporter?

Mercedes Sprinter Bus vs VW Transporter Transporter: Key differences

Mercedes Sprinter Bus

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VW Transporter Transporter

  • a bit cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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.

VW Transporter Transporter is a bit cheaper – starting at 37,500 £ , while the Mercedes Sprinter Bus costs 41,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,868 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Transporter Transporter uses 7.1 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes Sprinter Bus with 9.3 L/100km. The difference is about 2.2 L/100km.

Transporter Transporter

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 VW Transporter Transporter offers visibly more power – delivering 286 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 96 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes Sprinter Bus is barely faster – reaching 159 km/h, while the VW Transporter Transporter tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 9 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Sprinter Bus delivers marginally more torque with 450 Nm compared to 415 Nm. That’s about 35 Nm more.

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: VW Transporter Transporter offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, VW Transporter Transporter is noticeably lighter – 1,872 kg compared to 2,356 kg. The difference is around 484 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Transporter Transporter carries barely more – 1,259 kg compared to 1,144 kg. That’s a difference of about 115 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Transporter Transporter stands well ahead of its rival 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 £37,500
Transporter Transporter

VW Transporter Transporter

  • Engine Type Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 110 - 286 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.1 - 8.4 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 21.9 - 24.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 56 - 331 km
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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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The VW Transporter is the workhorse of the modern tradesman, blending practical cleverness with a cabin that's actually pleasant to spend a long day in. It may not steal the style spotlight, but its unshowy durability, clever load solutions and easy-to-live-with character make it a sensible pick for businesses and weekend projects alike.

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Mercedes Sprinter Bus
VW Transporter Transporter

Costs and Consumption
Price
41,400 - 55,900 £
Price
37,500 - 60,800 £
Consumption L/100km
9.3 - 12.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 24.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
56 - 331 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
co2
244 - 322 g/km
co2
0 - 220 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
2
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
4
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
2,356 - 2,559 kg
Curb weight
1,872 - 2,462 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5,932 - 6,967 mm
Length
5,050 - 5,450 mm
Width
1,993 mm
Width
2,032 mm
Height
2,633 - 2,659 mm
Height
1,966 - 1,985 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
814 - 1,144 kg
Payload
755 - 1,259 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
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, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
114 - 190 HP
Power HP
110 - 286 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
Max Speed
150 - 159 km/h
Max Speed
112 - 150 km/h
Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Torque
310 - 415 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
84 - 140 kW
Power kW
81 - 210 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,488 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes Sprinter Bus have?

The Mercedes Sprinter Bus is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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