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Mercedes Vito Transporter vs Lotus Emira comparison

Compare performance (237 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (28,800 £ vs 83,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Vito Transporter or Lotus Emira?

Mercedes Vito Transporter vs Lotus Emira: Key differences

Mercedes Vito Transporter

  • significantly cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
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Lotus Emira

  • considerably more power
  • noticeably 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.

Mercedes Vito Transporter is significantly cheaper – starting at 28,800 £ , while the Lotus Emira costs 83,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 54,789 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes Vito Transporter uses 6.8 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Lotus Emira with 9.2 L/100km. The difference is about 2.4 L/100km.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Lotus Emira offers considerably more power – delivering 406 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 169 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Vito Transporter delivers very slightly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 480 Nm. That’s about 20 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.

Seats: Mercedes Vito Transporter offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Lotus Emira is noticeably lighter – 1,521 kg compared to 1,916 kg. The difference is around 395 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Vito Transporter carries clearly more – 884 kg compared to 230 kg. That’s a difference of about 654 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Vito Transporter is clearly superior overall 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
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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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The Lotus Emira is a supremely alive sports coupe that blends razor‑sharp handling with enough everyday comfort to make it usable beyond the track. It looks gorgeous, sounds eager and delivers a focused, smile-inducing drive that will seduce enthusiasts and tempt sensible buyers alike.

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Lotus Emira

Costs and Consumption
Price
28,800 - 51,600 £
Price
83,600 - 107,600 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
9.2 - 11.3 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
208 - 245 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
2
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,916 - 2,518 kg
Curb weight
1,521 - 1,533 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
151 L
Length
4,895 - 5,390 mm
Length
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Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Height
1,910 - 1,945 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 6,600 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
547 - 884 kg
Payload
213 - 230 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 237 HP
Power HP
365 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
120 - 140 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
270 - 500 Nm
Torque
420 - 480 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
75 - 174 kW
Power kW
268 - 298 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,456 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Lotus
Is the Mercedes Vito Transporter offered with different drivetrains?

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

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