Compare performance (237 HP vs 615 HP), boot space and price (36,300 £ vs 71,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Vito Bus or Cadillac Lyriq?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
Mercedes Vito Bus is considerably cheaper – starting at 36,300 £ , while the Cadillac Lyriq costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 34,812 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Cadillac Lyriq is noticeably more efficient: consuming 21.8 kWh/100km compared to 26.7 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Vito Bus. That’s a difference of about 4.9 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Cadillac Lyriq offers visibly more range – reaching up to 530 km, about 160 km more than the Mercedes Vito Bus.
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 Cadillac Lyriq offers considerably more power – delivering 615 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 378 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Cadillac Lyriq delivers significantly more torque with 880 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 380 Nm more.
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 Vito Bus offers more seats – 8 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Vito Bus is markedly lighter – 2,023 kg compared to 2,713 kg. The difference is around 690 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Vito Bus offers considerably more boot space – 1,390 L compared to 588 L. That’s a difference of about 802 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Vito Bus carries considerably more – 1,077 kg compared to 487 kg. That’s a difference of about 590 kg.
The Mercedes Vito Bus 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 Cadillac Lyriq arrives with bold, angular styling and a striking light signature that gives it real presence on the road without trying too hard. Inside, the Lyriq serves up a calm, tech-heavy cabin with premium touches and a relaxed driving experience that makes switching to electric feel less like a sacrifice and more like a quiet flex.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
36,300 - 55,900 £
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Price
71,100 - 93,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 10 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
26.7 - 26.9 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.8 - 22.5 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
248 - 370 km
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Electric Range
460 - 530 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
0 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
SUV
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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
2,713 - 2,774 kg
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Trunk capacity
580 - 1,390 L
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Trunk capacity
588 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
1,977 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
426 - 487 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 - 237 HP
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Power HP
528 - 615 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.3 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
610 - 880 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
100 - 174 kW
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Power kW
388 - 452 kW
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Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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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
A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Cadillac
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