Compare performance (237 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (36,300 £ vs 30,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Vito Bus or MG MG5?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
MG MG5 is somewhat cheaper – starting at 30,400 £ , while the Mercedes Vito Bus costs 36,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,910 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the MG MG5 is considerably more efficient: consuming 17.5 kWh/100km compared to 26.7 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Vito Bus. That’s a difference of about 9.2 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the MG MG5 offers marginally more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 30 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 Mercedes Vito Bus offers clearly more power – delivering 237 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 60 HP more horsepower.
Looking at top speed, the MG MG5 is clearly faster – reaching 185 km/h, while the Mercedes Vito Bus tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 45 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Vito Bus delivers significantly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 220 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, MG MG5 is markedly lighter – 1,562 kg compared to 2,023 kg. The difference is around 461 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Vito Bus offers considerably more boot space – 1,390 L compared to 479 L. That’s a difference of about 911 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Vito Bus offers considerably more capacity – up to 4,990 L, about 3,623 L more than the MG MG5.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Vito Bus carries substantially more – 1,077 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 622 kg.
The Mercedes Vito Bus 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.
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 MG5 is a surprisingly practical and stylish estate that gives family buyers a sensible, down-to-earth alternative to bland crossovers. As an electric wagon it blends everyday usability with low running costs and a cheeky dash of character, making it an easy pick if you value space and thrift over badge snobbery.
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Price
36,300 - 55,900 £
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Price
30,400 - 34,300 £
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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
17.5 - 18.4 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
248 - 370 km
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Electric Range
310 - 400 km
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Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
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Battery Capacity
48.3 - 57.7 kWh
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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
Estate
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Seats
8
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,023 - 2,739 kg
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Curb weight
1,562 kg
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Trunk capacity
580 - 1,390 L
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Trunk capacity
479 L
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Length
4,895 - 5,370 mm
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Length
4,600 mm
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Width
1,928 mm
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Width
1,818 mm
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Height
1,890 mm
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Height
1,543 mm
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Max trunk capacity
4,190 - 4,990 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,367 L
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Payload
726 - 1,077 kg
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Payload
455 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
-
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 - 237 HP
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Power HP
156 - 177 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
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Max Speed
140 km/h
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Max Speed
185 km/h
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Torque
330 - 500 Nm
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Torque
280 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
115 - 130 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
2022
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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
MG
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