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Mercedes T-Class vs Renault Express - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (131 HP vs 102 HP), boot space and price (23000 £ vs 17100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes T-Class or Renault Express?

Mercedes T-Class

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Renault Express has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 17100 £, while the Mercedes T-Class costs 23000 £. That’s a price difference of around 5842 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Express manages with 4.60 L and is therefore slightly more efficient than the Mercedes T-Class with 5.10 L. The difference is about 0.50 L per 100 km.

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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 T-Class has a noticeable edge – offering 131 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 29 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes T-Class is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 11.60 s, while the Renault Express takes 11.90 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes T-Class performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 184 km/h, while the Renault Express tops out at 167 km/h. The difference is around 17 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes T-Class pulls to a small extent stronger with 270 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm difference.

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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: Mercedes T-Class offers clearly more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.

In curb weight, Renault Express is evident lighter – 1296 kg compared to 1556 kg. The difference is around 260 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes T-Class performs minimal better – up to 3600 L, which is about 300 L more than the Renault Express.

When it comes to payload, Renault Express hardly perceptible takes the win – 700 kg compared to 630 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes T-Class shows itself to be performs better in key areas and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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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
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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 Express

The Renault Express is a no-nonsense city van that pairs clever packaging and practical cargo space with an easy-to-drive, fuss-free character. Built for small businesses and active families, it delivers rugged reliability and low running costs without pretension — a sensible workhorse with a wink.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
23000 - 30500 £
Price
17100 - 19500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 7.4 L
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 6.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
135 - 167 g/km
co2
121 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1556 - 1678 kg
Curb weight
1296 - 1390 kg
Trunk capacity
0 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4498 - 4922 mm
Length
4393 mm
Width
1859 mm
Width
1775 mm
Height
1811 mm
Height
1811 mm
Max trunk capacity
2127 - 3600 L
Max trunk capacity
3300 L
Payload
521 - 630 kg
Payload
575 - 700 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
75 - 102 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 15.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 - 16.3 s
Max Speed
164 - 184 km/h
Max Speed
100 - 167 km/h
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Torque
200 - 240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
55 - 75 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1461 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1461 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2021
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Renault

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What drive types are available for the Mercedes T-Class?

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

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