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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter vs Renault Express comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 102 HP), boot space and price (26,900 £ vs 17,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Sprinter Transporter or Renault Express?

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter vs Renault Express: Key differences

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

  • considerably more power
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Renault Express

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

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

Sprinter Transporter

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Renault Express is substantially cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter costs 26,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,823 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Express uses 4.6 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3.3 L/100km.

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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 considerably more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 102 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Renault Express is significantly faster – reaching 167 km/h, while the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter tops out at 90 km/h. The difference is around 77 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter delivers clearly more torque with 450 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 210 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: Mercedes Sprinter Transporter offers more seats – 3 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Express is clearly lighter – 1,296 kg compared to 2,052 kg. The difference is around 756 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter offers considerably more capacity – up to 15,500 L, about 12,200 L more than the Renault Express.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter carries significantly more – 2,641 kg compared to 700 kg. That’s a difference of about 1,941 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Sprinter Transporter 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 £26,900
Sprinter Transporter

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

  • Engine Type Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 114 - 204 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 27.1 - 31.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 194 - 444 km
Mercedes Sprinter Transporter
Renault Express

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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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Renault Express

The Renault Express is a no-nonsense city van that pairs clever packaging and practical cargo space with an easy-to-drive, fuss-free character. Built for small businesses and active families, it delivers rugged reliability and low running costs without pretension — a sensible workhorse with a wink.

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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter
Renault Express

Costs and Consumption

Price
26,900 - 72,900 £
Price
17,100 - 19,500 £
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 6.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
27.1 - 31.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
194 - 444 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
56 - 113 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 333 g/km
co2
121 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
3
Seats
2
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,052 - 3,166 kg
Curb weight
1,296 - 1,390 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5,932 - 7,367 mm
Length
4,393 mm
Width
1,993 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Height
2,331 - 2,663 mm
Height
1,811 mm
Max trunk capacity
9,000 - 15,500 L
Max trunk capacity
3,300 L
Payload
577 - 2,641 kg
Payload
575 - 700 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
114 - 204 HP
Power HP
75 - 102 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 - 16.3 s
Max Speed
90 km/h
Max Speed
100 - 167 km/h
Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Torque
200 - 240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
84 - 150 kW
Power kW
55 - 75 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2021
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Renault
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