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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter vs Vauxhall Corsa comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (26,900 £ vs 19,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Sprinter Transporter or Vauxhall Corsa?

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter vs Vauxhall Corsa: Key differences

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

  • clearly more power
  • very slightly more electric range
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Vauxhall Corsa

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

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

Sprinter Transporter

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Vauxhall Corsa is markedly cheaper – starting at 19,600 £ , while the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter costs 26,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,328 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Corsa uses 4.5 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3.4 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Vauxhall Corsa is significantly more efficient: consuming 14.2 kWh/100km compared to 27.1 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter. That’s a difference of about 12.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 444 km, about 15 km more than the Vauxhall Corsa.

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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 Transporter offers clearly more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 48 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter delivers significantly more torque with 450 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 190 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: Vauxhall Corsa offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Corsa is considerably lighter – 1,175 kg compared to 2,052 kg. The difference is around 877 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter carries clearly more – 2,641 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 2,196 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Corsa 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 £19,600
Corsa

Vauxhall Corsa

  • Engine Type Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic, Manual
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 100 - 156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.5 - 5.1 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.2 - 15.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 357 - 429 km
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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

The Mercedes Sprinter is the dependable workhorse that makes light of heavy loads, blending smart practicality with a surprisingly carlike cabin that keeps drivers sane on long runs. With a range of configurations and a reputation for durability, it’s the van buyers turn to when they need something tough, clever and oddly enjoyable to drive.

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Vauxhall Corsa

The Opel Corsa is a tidy little package that blends cheeky styling with sensible practicality, perfect for city streets and weekend escapes alike. It’s easy to live with, economical to run and just lively enough to make daily driving a bit more fun.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
26,900 - 72,900 £
Price
19,600 - 30,600 £
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
27.1 - 31.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.2 - 15.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
194 - 444 km
Electric Range
357 - 429 km
Battery Capacity
56 - 113 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 333 g/km
co2
0 - 116 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
3
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,052 - 3,166 kg
Curb weight
1,175 - 1,544 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
267 - 309 L
Length
5,932 - 7,367 mm
Length
-
Width
1,993 mm
Width
1,765 mm
Height
2,331 - 2,663 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
9,000 - 15,500 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
577 - 2,641 kg
Payload
376 - 445 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
114 - 204 HP
Power HP
100 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
90 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Torque
205 - 260 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
84 - 150 kW
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Vauxhall
What drive types are available for the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter?

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

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