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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter vs Renault Trafic Transporter comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (26,900 £ vs 33,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Sprinter Transporter or Renault Trafic Transporter?

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter vs Renault Trafic Transporter: Key differences

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

  • visibly cheaper
  • somewhat more power
  • visibly more electric range

Renault Trafic Transporter

  • slightly more efficient
  • visibly more efficient
  • somewhat lighter

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.

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter is visibly cheaper – starting at 26,900 £ , while the Renault Trafic Transporter costs 33,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,253 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Trafic Transporter uses 6.6 L/100km and is slightly more efficient than the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Renault Trafic Transporter is visibly more efficient: consuming 21.2 kWh/100km compared to 27.1 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter. That’s a difference of about 5.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter offers visibly more range – reaching up to 444 km, about 126 km more than the Renault Trafic Transporter.

Trafic Transporter

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 Transporter offers somewhat more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Renault Trafic Transporter is clearly faster – reaching 174 km/h, while the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter tops out at 90 km/h. The difference is around 84 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter delivers somewhat more torque with 450 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 70 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: Renault Trafic Transporter offers more seats – 6 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Trafic Transporter is somewhat lighter – 1,848 kg compared to 2,052 kg. The difference is around 204 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter offers substantially more capacity – up to 15,500 L, about 6,600 L more than the Renault Trafic Transporter.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter carries substantially more – 2,641 kg compared to 1,222 kg. That’s a difference of about 1,419 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Sprinter Transporter is slightly 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 Trafic Transporter

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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 Trafic Transporter

The Renault Trafic is a practical, workhorse transporter that hides thoughtful cabin comfort behind a tough, utilitarian exterior, so you can tackle a busy week without sacrificing sanity. It’s a sensible choice for buyers who want reliability and clever flexibility rather than flash, with just enough character to make daily hauling feel less like a chore.

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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter
Renault Trafic Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
26,900 - 72,900 £
Price
33,200 - 43,500 £
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.6 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
27.1 - 31.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 22.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
194 - 444 km
Electric Range
240 - 318 km
Battery Capacity
56 - 113 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 333 g/km
co2
0 - 206 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
3
Seats
3 - 6
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,052 - 3,166 kg
Curb weight
1,848 - 2,075 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5,932 - 7,367 mm
Length
5,080 - 5,480 mm
Width
1,993 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Height
2,331 - 2,663 mm
Height
1,967 - 2,509 mm
Max trunk capacity
9,000 - 15,500 L
Max trunk capacity
3,300 - 8,900 L
Payload
577 - 2,641 kg
Payload
848 - 1,222 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
114 - 204 HP
Power HP
110 - 170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 - 15.1 s
Max Speed
90 km/h
Max Speed
110 - 174 km/h
Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Torque
245 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
84 - 150 kW
Power kW
81 - 125 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,022 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Renault
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