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Mercedes Vito Bus vs VW Transporter Transporter - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (237 HP vs 286 HP), boot space and price (36300 £ vs 37500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Vito Bus or VW Transporter Transporter?
Vito Bus
Costs and Efficiency:
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Mercedes Vito Bus has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36300 £ , while the VW Transporter Transporter costs 37500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1185 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes Vito Bus manages with 6.70 L and is therefore barely noticeable more efficient than the VW Transporter Transporter with 7.10 L. The difference is about 0.40 L per 100 km.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the VW Transporter Transporter: with 21.90 kWh per 100 km, it’s clearly perceptible more efficient than the Mercedes Vito Bus with 26.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 4.80 kWh.
As for electric range, the Mercedes Vito Bus performs to a small extent better – achieving up to 370 km, about 39 km more than the VW Transporter Transporter.
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the VW Transporter Transporter has a a bit edge – offering 286 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 49 HP more horsepower.
In terms of top speed, the VW Transporter Transporter performs minimal better – reaching 150 km/h, while the Mercedes Vito Bus tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes Vito Bus pulls somewhat stronger with 500 Nm compared to 415 Nm. That’s about 85 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 distinct more seating capacity – 8 vs 5.
In curb weight, VW Transporter Transporter is barely noticeable lighter – 1872 kg compared to 2023 kg. The difference is around 151 kg.
When it comes to payload, VW Transporter Transporter slightly takes the win – 1259 kg compared to 1077 kg. That’s a difference of about 182 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes Vito Bus is barely ahead 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
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Mercedes Vito Bus
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 Transporter Transporter
The VW Transporter is the workhorse of the modern tradesman, blending practical cleverness with a cabin that's actually pleasant to spend a long day in. It may not steal the style spotlight, but its unshowy durability, clever load solutions and easy-to-live-with character make it a sensible pick for businesses and weekend projects alike.
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Mercedes Vito Bus
VW Transporter Transporter
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
36300 - 55900 £
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Price
37500 - 60800 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 10 L
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Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 8.4 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
26.7 - 26.9 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 24.4 kWh
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Electric Range
248 - 370 km
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Electric Range
56 - 331 km
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Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
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Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
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co2
0 - 228 g/km
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co2
0 - 220 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
Cargo Van
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Seats
8
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Seats
2 - 5
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Doors
4
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Doors
4 - 5
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Curb weight
2023 - 2739 kg
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Curb weight
1872 - 2462 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
5050 - 5450 mm
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Width
1928 mm
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Width
2032 mm
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Height
1890 mm
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Height
1966 - 1985 mm
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Max trunk capacity
4190 - 4990 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
726 - 1077 kg
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Payload
755 - 1259 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
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Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
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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, 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, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 - 237 HP
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Power HP
110 - 286 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
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Max Speed
140 km/h
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Max Speed
112 - 150 km/h
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Torque
330 - 500 Nm
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Torque
310 - 415 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
81 - 210 kW
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Engine capacity
1950 - 1999 cm3
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Engine capacity
1996 - 2488 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
G, A
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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.