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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter vs Toyota Corolla comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (26,900 £ vs 28,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Sprinter Transporter or Toyota Corolla?

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter vs Toyota Corolla: Key differences

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

  • only slightly cheaper
  • moderately more power
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Toyota Corolla

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  • substantially more efficient
  • substantially 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.

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter is only slightly cheaper – starting at 26,900 £ , while the Toyota Corolla costs 28,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,629 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Corolla uses 4.4 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3.5 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 moderately more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 26 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Toyota Corolla is significantly faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter tops out at 90 km/h. The difference is around 90 km/h.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Toyota Corolla offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Corolla is substantially lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 2,052 kg. The difference is around 632 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter offers considerably more capacity – up to 15,500 L, about 14,448 L more than the Toyota Corolla.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter carries clearly more – 2,641 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 2,191 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Sprinter Transporter 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 £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
Toyota Corolla

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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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Toyota Corolla

The Toyota Corolla remains the steady, no-nonsense compact that puts reliability and low running costs at the top of your shopping list, with a comfortable, well-built interior that won't embarrass you at the supermarket. It won't set your pulse racing, but it's an honest, easy-to-live-with car that makes smart sense for buyers who want dependability and sensible value with a dash of modern tech.

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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter
Toyota Corolla

Costs and Consumption

Price
26,900 - 72,900 £
Price
28,600 - 34,900 £
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 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
100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
3
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,052 - 3,166 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,460 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
5,932 - 7,367 mm
Length
4,370 mm
Width
1,993 mm
Width
1,790 mm
Height
2,331 - 2,663 mm
Height
1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
9,000 - 15,500 L
Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,052 L
Payload
577 - 2,641 kg
Payload
400 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
114 - 204 HP
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
90 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
84 - 150 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Toyota
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