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Mercedes Vito Transporter vs BYD Han comparison

Compare performance (237 HP vs 517 HP), boot space and price (28,800 £ vs 59,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Vito Transporter or BYD Han?

Mercedes Vito Transporter vs BYD Han: Key differences

Mercedes Vito Transporter

  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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BYD Han

  • clearly more power
  • moderately more efficient
  • only slightly more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Vito Transporter

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes Vito Transporter is significantly cheaper – starting at 28,800 £ , while the BYD Han costs 59,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30,378 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Han is moderately more efficient: consuming 18.5 kWh/100km compared to 21.2 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Vito Transporter. That’s a difference of about 2.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BYD Han offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 521 km, about 47 km more than the Mercedes Vito Transporter.

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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 BYD Han offers clearly more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 280 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the BYD Han is markedly faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the Mercedes Vito Transporter tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Han delivers noticeably more torque with 700 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Vito Transporter is clearly lighter – 1,916 kg compared to 2,325 kg. The difference is around 409 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Vito Transporter carries considerably more – 884 kg compared to 335 kg. That’s a difference of about 549 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Vito Transporter holds a slight edge 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.

from £28,800
Vito Transporter

Mercedes Vito Transporter

  • Engine Type Diesel, Electric, Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 102 - 237 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.8 - 9.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 21.2 - 26.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 304 - 474 km
Mercedes Vito Transporter
BYD Han

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Mercedes Vito Transporter

The Mercedes Vito Transporter is a supremely practical workhorse that blends Mercedes refinement with van-like utility, making long days on the road feel surprisingly civilized. With a cleverly thought-out interior and a drive that won’t wear you out, the Vito is the ideal choice for businesses that want capability without sacrificing comfort — and yes, it still looks sharper than most vans at a client meeting.

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BYD Han

The BYD Han is a sleek, cinematic fastback saloon that pairs dramatic styling with a surprisingly plush cabin and a genuinely high-tech feel. It undercuts established rivals on price while delivering composed handling, generous equipment and long-legged electric confidence — a car that will make badge-conscious buyers sit up and take notice.

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Mercedes Vito Transporter
BYD Han

Costs and Consumption

Price
28,800 - 51,600 £
Price
59,200 - 62,200 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 26.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
304 - 474 km
Electric Range
521 km
Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 222 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,916 - 2,518 kg
Curb weight
2,325 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
410 L
Length
4,895 - 5,390 mm
Length
4,995 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,910 mm
Height
1,910 - 1,945 mm
Height
1,495 mm
Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 6,600 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
547 - 884 kg
Payload
335 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
-
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 237 HP
Power HP
517 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
Max Speed
120 - 140 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
270 - 500 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
75 - 174 kW
Power kW
380 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
BYD
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