Compare performance (237 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (36,300 £ vs 39,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Vito Bus or BMW 3 Series Saloon?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
Mercedes Vito Bus is barely cheaper – starting at 36,300 £ , while the BMW 3 Series Saloon costs 39,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,612 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 3 Series Saloon uses 2.4 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mercedes Vito Bus with 6.7 L/100km. The difference is about 4.3 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes Vito Bus offers significantly more range – reaching up to 370 km, about 269 km more than the BMW 3 Series Saloon.
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 BMW 3 Series Saloon offers considerably more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 293 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 3 Series Saloon delivers markedly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Mercedes Vito Bus offers more seats – 8 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, BMW 3 Series Saloon is clearly lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 2,023 kg. The difference is around 448 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Vito Bus offers clearly more boot space – 1,390 L compared to 480 L. That’s a difference of about 910 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Vito Bus carries considerably more – 1,077 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 582 kg.
The BMW 3 Series Saloon is far ahead overall 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.
The Mercedes Vito is a sturdy, no-nonsense people carrier that blends commercial practicality with a surprisingly civilised cabin, making long shuttles feel less like a chore. If you need a dependable transporter that swallows luggage, forgives hard use and still looks a touch more premium than a plain van, the Vito is an easy, sensible pick.
detailsThe BMW 3 Series saloon is a driver's car in a suit, blending poised handling with a cabin that feels more premium than its practicality suggests. It’s composed enough for daily duties yet playful enough to keep weekend drives interesting, making it a sensible choice for buyers who still want to have fun.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
36,300 - 55,900 £
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Price
39,900 - 92,200 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 10 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
26.7 - 26.9 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
248 - 370 km
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Electric Range
96 - 101 km
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Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 228 g/km
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co2
54 - 227 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
8
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,023 - 2,739 kg
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Curb weight
1,575 - 1,960 kg
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Trunk capacity
580 - 1,390 L
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Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
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Length
4,895 - 5,370 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,928 mm
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Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
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Height
1,890 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
4,190 - 4,990 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
726 - 1,077 kg
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Payload
405 - 495 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 - 237 HP
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Power HP
150 - 530 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
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Max Speed
140 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
330 - 500 Nm
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Torque
250 - 700 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
100 - 174 kW
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Power kW
110 - 390 kW
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Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
BMW
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