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Mercedes T Class vs Renault Austral comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 148 HP), boot space and price (23,000 £ vs 29,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes T Class or Renault Austral?

Mercedes T Class vs Renault Austral: Key differences

Mercedes T Class

  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
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Renault Austral

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  • slightly more power
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

T Class

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 T Class is clearly cheaper – starting at 23,000 £ , while the Renault Austral costs 29,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,947 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes T Class uses 5.1 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Renault Austral with 6.4 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 L/100km.

Austral

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 Renault Austral offers slightly more power – delivering 148 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 17 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Austral is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 9.9 s, while the Mercedes T Class takes 11.6 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

Both models offer the same torque – 270 Nm.

T Class

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Austral is very slightly lighter – 1,548 kg compared to 1,556 kg. The difference is around 8 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes T Class carries markedly more – 630 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 175 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes T Class comes out clearly 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.

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T Class

Mercedes T Class

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 95 - 131 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.1 - 7.4 L/100km
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Mercedes T Class

The Mercedes T-Class dresses everyday practicality in a premium suit, blending the sensible utility of a small van with the refinement you expect from the three-pointed star. Its flexible interior and clever details make it a brilliantly pragmatic choice for families and active owners who want comfort and usefulness without the fuss.

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Renault Austral

The Renault Austral dresses the family SUV in elegant modern looks and a surprisingly grown-up cabin that feels thoughtful and livable. It balances comfort and clever technology with a relaxed road presence—an appealing choice for buyers who want style and everyday sense without fuss.

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Mercedes T Class
Renault Austral

Costs and Consumption
Price
23,000 - 30,500 £
Price
29,900 - 34,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
135 - 167 g/km
co2
145 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,556 - 1,678 kg
Curb weight
1,548 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
521 - 630 kg
Payload
455 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
148 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 15.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Torque
270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
109 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Renault
Is the Mercedes T Class offered with different drivetrains?

The Mercedes T Class is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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