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Mercedes Vito Transporter vs Land Rover Discovery Sport – Which model is better for everyday use?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Mercedes Vito Transporter or Land Rover Discovery Sport fits your lifestyle better.

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

Vito Transporter @ mercedes-benz.at

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes Vito Transporter has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28800 £, while the Land Rover Discovery Sport costs 46500 £. That’s a price difference of around 17675 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Land Rover Discovery Sport manages with 4.20 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Mercedes Vito Transporter with 6.80 L. The difference is about 2.60 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Mercedes Vito Transporter performs significantly better – achieving up to 474 km, about 416 km more than the Land Rover Discovery Sport.

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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 Land Rover Discovery Sport has a a bit edge – offering 269 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 32 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the Land Rover Discovery Sport performs evident better – reaching 209 km/h, while the Mercedes Vito Transporter tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 69 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Land Rover Discovery Sport pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 540 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm difference.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Mercedes Vito Transporter is slight lighter – 1916 kg compared to 1949 kg. The difference is around 33 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Vito Transporter performs significantly better – up to 6600 L, which is about 5026 L more than the Land Rover Discovery Sport.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes Vito Transporter clearly perceptible takes the win – 884 kg compared to 641 kg. That’s a difference of about 243 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes Vito Transporter proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes Vito Transporter is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £28,800
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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
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 21.2 - 26.5 kWh
  • Electric Range : 304 - 474 km
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Mercedes Vito Transporter

The Mercedes-Benz Vito Transporter combines practicality with the refined elegance characteristic of its brand. Known for its robust performance, this vehicle offers an impressively versatile interior space, making it ideal for both commercial use and everyday driving. The advanced safety features and modern technological enhancements ensure that the Vito remains a reliable and comfortable choice for drivers.

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Land Rover Discovery Sport

The Land Rover Discovery Sport exudes a perfect blend of rugged capability and refined elegance, making it a standout in the SUV category. Its versatile interior adapts seamlessly to varying needs, while offering top-tier comfort for all passengers. Equipped with cutting-edge technology and a robust design, this vehicle is ideal for both urban adventures and off-road excursions.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
28800 - 51600 £
Price
46500 - 65700 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 9.7 L
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 26.5 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
304 - 474 km
Electric Range
58 km
Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
12 kWh
co2
0 - 222 g/km
co2
95 - 187 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
Fuel tank capacity
58 - 65 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1916 - 2518 kg
Curb weight
1949 - 2168 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
780 L
Length
4895 - 5390 mm
Length
4597 mm
Width
1928 mm
Width
1894 mm
Height
1910 - 1945 mm
Height
1727 mm
Max trunk capacity
3100 - 6600 L
Max trunk capacity
1574 L
Payload
547 - 884 kg
Payload
582 - 641 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 237 HP
Power HP
163 - 269 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
120 - 140 km/h
Max Speed
190 - 209 km/h
Torque
270 - 500 Nm
Torque
380 - 540 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
75 - 174 kW
Power kW
120 - 198 kW
Engine capacity
1950 - 1999 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1998 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Land Rover

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What drive types are available for the Mercedes Vito Transporter?

The Mercedes Vito Transporter is available as Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.