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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter vs VW Caddy comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (26,900 £ vs 27,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Sprinter Transporter or VW Caddy?

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter vs VW Caddy: Key differences

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

  • only slightly cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • substantially more electric range
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VW Caddy

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  • substantially more efficient
  • noticeably 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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter is only slightly cheaper – starting at 26,900 £ , while the VW Caddy costs 27,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 811 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Caddy uses 0.5 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 7.4 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter offers substantially more range – reaching up to 444 km, about 323 km more than the VW Caddy.

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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 visibly more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 54 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the VW Caddy is clearly faster – reaching 186 km/h, while the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter tops out at 90 km/h. The difference is around 96 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter delivers markedly more torque with 450 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: VW Caddy offers more seats – 7 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, VW Caddy is noticeably lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 2,052 kg. The difference is around 477 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter offers considerably more capacity – up to 15,500 L, about 11,800 L more than the VW Caddy.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter carries significantly more – 2,641 kg compared to 710 kg. That’s a difference of about 1,931 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Caddy stands well ahead of its rival 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 £27,800
Caddy

VW Caddy

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.5 - 6.9 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 116 - 121 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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VW Caddy

The VW Caddy is the Swiss-army knife of compact vans — practical, surprisingly refined, and ready to swap a weekend adventure for a grocery run without breaking a sweat. It’s user-friendly, comfortable enough for daily driving, and sensible for buyers who want utility with a dash of style and no drama.

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Jakob Blans
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A really lovely car with space for a wheelchair and much more, which we've had for almost 14 years and driven over 200,000 km with. Now the gearbox has failed and we'd like to buy a new one.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
26,900 - 72,900 £
Price
27,800 - 45,900 £
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.9 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
116 - 121 km
Battery Capacity
56 - 113 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
0 - 333 g/km
co2
10 - 165 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
3
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,052 - 3,166 kg
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,998 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5,932 - 7,367 mm
Length
4,500 - 4,853 mm
Width
1,993 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
2,331 - 2,663 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,860 mm
Max trunk capacity
9,000 - 15,500 L
Max trunk capacity
2,556 - 3,700 L
Payload
577 - 2,641 kg
Payload
501 - 710 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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
102 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 14 s
Max Speed
90 km/h
Max Speed
173 - 186 km/h
Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Torque
220 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
84 - 150 kW
Power kW
75 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VW
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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