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Mercedes V Class vs Toyota Prius comparison

Compare performance (237 HP vs 223 HP), boot space and price (48,200 £ vs 39,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes V Class or Toyota Prius?

Mercedes V Class vs Toyota Prius: Key differences

Mercedes V Class

  • marginally more power
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Toyota Prius

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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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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.

Toyota Prius is clearly cheaper – starting at 39,400 £ , while the Mercedes V Class costs 48,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,744 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Prius uses 0.5 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes V Class with 7.1 L/100km. The difference is about 6.6 L/100km.

Prius

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes V Class offers marginally more power – delivering 237 HP compared to 223 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Prius is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.8 s, while the Mercedes V Class takes 7.4 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

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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 more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Prius is markedly lighter – 1,620 kg compared to 2,192 kg. The difference is around 572 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes V Class carries substantially more – 908 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 533 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Prius 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 £39,400
Prius

Toyota Prius

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 223 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range 72 - 86 km
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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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The Prius glides through traffic like a wise commuter's secret weapon, balancing miserly running costs with an unflappable sense of reliability. It's not a thrill seeker, but its roomy cabin, sensible packaging and low-stress driving personality make it a brilliant choice for buyers who value peace of mind over pulse-raising performance.

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Mercedes V Class
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Costs and Consumption
Price
48,200 - 83,300 £
Price
39,400 - 45,800 £
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 10.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
72 - 86 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
187 - 232 g/km
co2
12 - 17 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
6
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
5
Curb weight
2,192 - 2,464 kg
Curb weight
1,620 - 1,630 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
284 L
Length
-
Length
4,599 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,782 mm
Height
-
Height
1,470 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
636 - 908 kg
Payload
365 - 375 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 237 HP
Power HP
223 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
177 km/h
Torque
370 - 500 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
120 - 174 kW
Power kW
164 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Toyota
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes V Class have?

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

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