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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter vs Skoda Karoq comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (26,900 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Sprinter Transporter or Skoda Karoq?

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter vs Skoda Karoq: Key differences

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

  • barely cheaper
  • very slightly more power
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Skoda Karoq

4.4 (4 Reviews)
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  • substantially more efficient
  • substantially 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 Transporter

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.

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter is barely cheaper – starting at 26,900 £ , while the Skoda Karoq costs 29,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,134 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Karoq uses 4.9 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3 L/100km.

Karoq

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter offers very slightly more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter delivers a bit more torque with 450 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 90 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Skoda Karoq offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Skoda Karoq is substantially lighter – 1,380 kg compared to 2,052 kg. The difference is around 672 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter carries clearly more – 2,641 kg compared to 549 kg. That’s a difference of about 2,092 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Sprinter Transporter is far ahead overall 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
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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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Skoda Karoq

Skoda Karoq is a smartly packaged compact SUV that balances practical family-friendly space with composed handling, making daily drives feel easy and assured. Its straightforward design, roomy cabin with clever storage solutions, and sensible equipment make it a strong choice for buyers seeking value and versatility without fuss.

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Reviews Skoda Karoq

4.4 (4 Reviews)
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Mark
21 Jun 2026, 16:12:37

Very comfortable touring car. The fit and finish are high-quality, practical and well thought-out. Very good driver-assistance systems. In the Sportline trim, the seats are super comfortable with plenty of room for all passengers. Large boot and easily foldable rear seatbacks to expand it. The suspension is tuned for comfort and overall very well balanced. The 150 hp engine runs well and on the highway at 130 km/h is fairly economical (6.3–6.5 liters). In city driving it needs more, however. The automatic shifts flawlessly. We are very satisfied with our Karoq.

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Skoda Karoq

Costs and Consumption
Price
26,900 - 72,900 £
Price
29,100 - 41,700 £
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 7.6 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
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Battery Capacity
56 - 113 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 333 g/km
co2
128 - 173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
3
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,052 - 3,166 kg
Curb weight
1,380 - 1,655 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
521 L
Length
5,932 - 7,367 mm
Length
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Width
1,993 mm
Width
1,841 mm
Height
2,331 - 2,663 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
9,000 - 15,500 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
577 - 2,641 kg
Payload
456 - 549 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
114 - 204 HP
Power HP
115 - 190 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 11.2 s
Max Speed
90 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Torque
200 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
84 - 150 kW
Power kW
85 - 140 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Skoda
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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