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Mercedes Vito Bus vs Vauxhall Vivaro - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (237 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (36300 £ vs 33200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Vito Bus or Vauxhall Vivaro?

Mercedes Vito Bus

Vauxhall Vivaro

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

Vito Bus

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.

Vauxhall Vivaro has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33200 £ , while the Mercedes Vito Bus costs 36300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3129 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Vauxhall Vivaro manages with 6.20 L and is therefore hardly perceptible more efficient than the Mercedes Vito Bus with 6.70 L. The difference is about 0.50 L per 100 km.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Vauxhall Vivaro: with 23.60 kWh per 100 km, it’s a bit more efficient than the Mercedes Vito Bus with 26.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 3.10 kWh.

As for electric range, the Mercedes Vito Bus performs minimal better – achieving up to 370 km, about 18 km more than the Vauxhall Vivaro.

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes Vito Bus has a noticeable edge – offering 237 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 57 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Vivaro performs clearly perceptible better – 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: Mercedes Vito Bus pulls slightly stronger with 500 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm difference.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Vauxhall Vivaro offers somewhat more seating capacity – 9 vs 8.

In curb weight, Vauxhall Vivaro is slightly lighter – 1722 kg compared to 2023 kg. The difference is around 301 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the Vauxhall Vivaro performs somewhat better – up to 6100 L, which is about 1110 L more than the Mercedes Vito Bus.

When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Vivaro to a small extent takes the win – 1226 kg compared to 1077 kg. That’s a difference of about 149 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Vivaro holds a solid overall lead 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 Vito Bus
Vauxhall Vivaro

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Vauxhall Vivaro

  • Engine Type : Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 120 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6.2 - 7 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 23.6 - 24 kWh
  • Electric Range : 221 - 352 km

Mercedes Vito Bus

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.

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Vauxhall Vivaro

The Opel Vivaro is a workhorse with a surprisingly civilised demeanour, blending rugged practicality with enough style and comfort to keep drivers happy on any job. With clever packaging and sensible features that simplify loading, commuting and family duties, it’s the no-nonsense van for buyers who want functionality without the fuss — honest, dependable and just smart enough to make the day easier.

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Mercedes Vito Bus
Vauxhall Vivaro

Costs and Consumption

Price
36300 - 55900 £
Price
33200 - 52500 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 10 L
Consumption L/100km
6.2 - 7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
26.7 - 26.9 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
23.6 - 24 kWh
Electric Range
248 - 370 km
Electric Range
221 - 352 km
Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 228 g/km
co2
0 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
Fuel tank capacity
69 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Cargo Van, Bus
Seats
8
Seats
3 - 9
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
2023 - 2739 kg
Curb weight
1722 - 2260 kg
Trunk capacity
580 - 1390 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4895 - 5370 mm
Length
4980 - 5331 mm
Width
1928 mm
Width
1920 mm
Height
1890 mm
Height
1890 - 1935 mm
Max trunk capacity
4190 - 4990 L
Max trunk capacity
3200 - 6100 L
Payload
726 - 1077 kg
Payload
840 - 1226 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 237 HP
Power HP
120 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 14.3 s
Max Speed
140 km/h
Max Speed
130 - 185 km/h
Torque
330 - 500 Nm
Torque
260 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 174 kW
Power kW
88 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1950 - 1999 cm3
Engine capacity
1499 - 2184 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, F, G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Vauxhall
What drive types are available for the Mercedes Vito Bus?

The Mercedes Vito Bus is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive or Front-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.