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Mercedes V Class vs Mercedes Sprinter Transporter comparison

Compare performance (237 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (48,200 £ vs 26,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes V Class or Mercedes Sprinter Transporter?

Mercedes V Class vs Mercedes Sprinter Transporter: Key differences

Mercedes V Class

  • moderately more power
  • somewhat more efficient

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

  • considerably cheaper
  • only slightly lighter

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

V Class

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter is considerably cheaper – starting at 26,900 £ , while the Mercedes V Class costs 48,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,216 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes V Class uses 7.1 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.

Sprinter Transporter

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 V Class offers moderately more power – delivering 237 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 33 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes V Class delivers marginally more torque with 500 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

V Class

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: Mercedes V Class offers more seats – 6 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Sprinter Transporter is only slightly lighter – 2,052 kg compared to 2,192 kg. The difference is around 140 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter carries considerably more – 2,641 kg compared to 908 kg. That’s a difference of about 1,733 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 V Class
Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

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Mercedes V Class

The V‑Class is the grown-up people mover that blends executive-level comfort with van practicality, ideal for those who want to ferry family and gear without sacrificing luxury. Inside it's plush and flexible, with clever touches that turn long hauls into a comfortable commute and still manage to look serious on the school run.

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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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Mercedes V Class
Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
48,200 - 83,300 £
Price
26,900 - 72,900 £
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 10.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
27.1 - 31.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
194 - 444 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
56 - 113 kWh
co2
187 - 232 g/km
co2
0 - 333 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
6
Seats
3
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,192 - 2,464 kg
Curb weight
2,052 - 3,166 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
5,932 - 7,367 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,993 mm
Height
-
Height
2,331 - 2,663 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
9,000 - 15,500 L
Payload
636 - 908 kg
Payload
577 - 2,641 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 237 HP
Power HP
114 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
90 km/h
Torque
370 - 500 Nm
Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
120 - 174 kW
Power kW
84 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3

General

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