Compare performance (237 HP vs 200 HP), boot space and price (36300 £ vs 29700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Vito Bus or Renault Austral?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Renault Austral has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29700 £ , while the Mercedes Vito Bus costs 36300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6588 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Austral manages with 4.80 L and is therefore distinct more efficient than the Mercedes Vito Bus with 6.70 L. The difference is about 1.90 L per 100 km.
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 slightly edge – offering 237 HP compared to 200 HP. That’s roughly 37 HP more horsepower.
In terms of top speed, the Renault Austral performs evident better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Mercedes Vito Bus tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes Vito Bus pulls significantly stronger with 500 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 230 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Mercedes Vito Bus offers noticeable more seating capacity – 8 vs 5.
In curb weight, Renault Austral is evident lighter – 1539 kg compared to 2023 kg. The difference is around 484 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes Vito Bus offers significantly more room – 1390 L compared to 555 L. That’s a difference of about 835 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Vito Bus performs decisively better – up to 4990 L, which is about 3229 L more than the Renault Austral.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes Vito Bus significantly takes the win – 1077 kg compared to 477 kg. That’s a difference of about 600 kg.
The Mercedes Vito Bus is clearly superior 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 Renault Austral dresses the family SUV in elegant modern looks and a surprisingly grown-up cabin that feels thoughtful and livable. It balances comfort and clever technology with a relaxed road presence—an appealing choice for buyers who want style and everyday sense without fuss.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
36300 - 55900 £
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Price
29700 - 37800 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 10 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 6.5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
26.7 - 26.9 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
248 - 370 km
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Electric Range
-
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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
109 - 148 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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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
5
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Curb weight
2023 - 2739 kg
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Curb weight
1539 - 1613 kg
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Trunk capacity
580 - 1390 L
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Trunk capacity
527 - 555 L
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Length
4895 - 5370 mm
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Length
4533 mm
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Width
1928 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Height
1890 mm
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Height
1645 mm
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Max trunk capacity
4190 - 4990 L
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Max trunk capacity
1736 - 1761 L
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Payload
726 - 1077 kg
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Payload
464 - 477 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
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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
CVT, Automatic Gearbox
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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
158 - 200 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
140 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
330 - 500 Nm
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Torque
270 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
100 - 174 kW
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Power kW
116 - 147 kW
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Engine capacity
1950 - 1999 cm3
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1332 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Renault
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The Mercedes Vito Bus is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.