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Mercedes V Class vs Mitsubishi Grandis - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (237 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (48200 £ vs 24800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes V Class or Mitsubishi Grandis?

Mercedes V Class

Mitsubishi Grandis

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.

Mitsubishi Grandis has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24800 £ , while the Mercedes V Class costs 48200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23316 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mitsubishi Grandis manages with 4.30 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Mercedes V Class with 7.10 L. The difference is about 2.80 L per 100 km.

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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 has a evident edge – offering 237 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 79 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes V Class is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the Mitsubishi Grandis takes 9.10 s. That’s about 1.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes V Class performs to a small extent better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Mitsubishi Grandis tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes V Class pulls clearly stronger with 500 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 235 Nm difference.

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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 slightly more seating capacity – 6 vs 5.

In curb weight, Mitsubishi Grandis is decisively lighter – 1359 kg compared to 2192 kg. The difference is around 833 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes V Class offers clearly more room – 1410 L compared to 576 L. That’s a difference of about 834 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes V Class performs significantly better – up to 5010 L, which is about 3328 L more than the Mitsubishi Grandis.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes V Class convincingly takes the win – 908 kg compared to 459 kg. That’s a difference of about 449 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes V Class sits 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.

Mercedes V Class
Mitsubishi Grandis

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Mercedes V Class

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 163 - 237 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.1 - 10.2 L

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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Mitsubishi Grandis

The Mitsubishi Grandis is a no-nonsense MPV that hides a surprisingly sleek profile, making family duty look almost stylish. It’s spacious, easy to drive, and built to shrug off daily chaos, though the cabin feels dated and it prefers a relaxed cruise to any hot-hatch antics.

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Mercedes V Class
Mitsubishi Grandis

Costs and Consumption

Price
48200 - 83300 £
Price
24800 - 35000 £
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 10.2 L
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
187 - 232 g/km
co2
98 - 138 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
Fuel tank capacity
48 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
SUV
Seats
6
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2192 - 2464 kg
Curb weight
1359 - 1465 kg
Trunk capacity
610 - 1410 L
Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
Length
4895 - 5370 mm
Length
4413 mm
Width
1928 mm
Width
1797 mm
Height
1901 - 1908 mm
Height
1575 mm
Max trunk capacity
4200 - 5010 L
Max trunk capacity
1582 - 1682 L
Payload
636 - 908 kg
Payload
455 - 459 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 237 HP
Power HP
140 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
188 - 220 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
370 - 500 Nm
Torque
245 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
120 - 174 kW
Power kW
104 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1950 - 1999 cm3
Engine capacity
1333 - 1789 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, C
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Mitsubishi
Is the Mercedes V Class offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.