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Mercedes Vito Bus vs VW Caddy - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (237 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (36300 £ vs 27800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Vito Bus or VW Caddy?
Vito Bus
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
VW Caddy has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 27800 £ , while the Mercedes Vito Bus costs 36300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8571 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Caddy manages with 0.50 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Mercedes Vito Bus with 6.70 L. The difference is about 6.20 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes Vito Bus performs convincingly better – achieving up to 370 km, about 249 km more than the VW Caddy.
Caddy
Engine and Performance:
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 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 237 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 87 HP more horsepower.
In terms of top speed, the VW Caddy performs distinct better – reaching 186 km/h, while the Mercedes Vito Bus tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 46 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes Vito Bus pulls evident stronger with 500 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 180 Nm difference.
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Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Mercedes Vito Bus offers to a small extent more seating capacity – 8 vs 7.
In curb weight, VW Caddy is evident lighter – 1575 kg compared to 2023 kg. The difference is around 448 kg.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Vito Bus performs clearly perceptible better – up to 4990 L, which is about 1290 L more than the VW Caddy.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes Vito Bus distinct takes the win – 1077 kg compared to 710 kg. That’s a difference of about 367 kg.
Who comes out on top?
Overall, the VW Caddy shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
from about £27,800
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Mercedes Vito Bus
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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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VW Caddy
The VW Caddy is the Swiss-army knife of compact vans — practical, surprisingly refined, and ready to swap a weekend adventure for a grocery run without breaking a sweat. It’s user-friendly, comfortable enough for daily driving, and sensible for buyers who want utility with a dash of style and no drama.
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Mercedes Vito Bus
VW Caddy
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
36300 - 55900 £
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Price
27800 - 45900 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 10 L
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Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.9 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
116 - 121 km
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Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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co2
0 - 228 g/km
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co2
10 - 165 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Seats
8
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Seats
5 - 7
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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
1575 - 1998 kg
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Trunk capacity
580 - 1390 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
4895 - 5370 mm
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Length
4500 - 4853 mm
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Width
1928 mm
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Width
1855 mm
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Height
1890 mm
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Height
1819 - 1860 mm
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Max trunk capacity
4190 - 4990 L
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Max trunk capacity
2556 - 3700 L
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Payload
726 - 1077 kg
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Payload
501 - 710 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 - 237 HP
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Power HP
102 - 150 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 14 s
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Max Speed
140 km/h
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Max Speed
173 - 186 km/h
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Torque
330 - 500 Nm
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Torque
220 - 320 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
100 - 174 kW
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Power kW
75 - 110 kW
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Engine capacity
1950 - 1999 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
VW
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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.