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Mercedes Vito Transporter vs Hyundai i30 comparison

Compare performance (237 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (28,800 £ vs 24,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Vito Transporter or Hyundai i30?

Mercedes Vito Transporter vs Hyundai i30: Key differences

Mercedes Vito Transporter

  • noticeably more power
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Hyundai i30

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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  • slightly cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • considerably lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Vito Transporter

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Hyundai i30 is slightly cheaper – starting at 24,600 £ , while the Mercedes Vito Transporter costs 28,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,225 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai i30 uses 5.9 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the Mercedes Vito Transporter with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 0.9 L/100km.

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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 Transporter offers noticeably more power – delivering 237 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 87 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Vito Transporter delivers clearly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai i30 is considerably lighter – 1,315 kg compared to 1,916 kg. The difference is around 601 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Vito Transporter carries substantially more – 884 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 399 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Vito Transporter is decisively 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.

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
Hyundai i30

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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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Hyundai i30

The Hyundai i30 proves that sensible can also be stylish, offering a confident driving character wrapped in neat, modern design. It serves up a roomy, well-equipped cabin and composed ride that make everyday motoring feel like a clever purchase rather than a compromise.

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Mercedes Vito Transporter
Hyundai i30

Costs and Consumption

Price
28,800 - 51,600 £
Price
24,600 - 31,400 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 26.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
304 - 474 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 222 g/km
co2
134 - 142 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,916 - 2,518 kg
Curb weight
1,315 - 1,435 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
395 L
Length
4,895 - 5,390 mm
Length
-
Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Height
1,910 - 1,945 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 6,600 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
547 - 884 kg
Payload
445 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 237 HP
Power HP
115 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 11.7 s
Max Speed
120 - 140 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
270 - 500 Nm
Torque
172 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
75 - 174 kW
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Hyundai
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