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Mercedes Vito Transporter vs MG MG3 comparison

Compare performance (237 HP vs 194 HP), boot space and price (28,800 £ vs 15,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Vito Transporter or MG MG3?

Mercedes Vito Transporter vs MG MG3: Key differences

Mercedes Vito Transporter

  • moderately more power
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MG MG3

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • substantially lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

MG MG3 is considerably cheaper – starting at 15,400 £ , while the Mercedes Vito Transporter costs 28,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,362 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the MG MG3 uses 4.4 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes Vito Transporter with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 2.4 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 moderately more power – delivering 237 HP compared to 194 HP. That’s roughly 43 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Vito Transporter delivers substantially more torque with 500 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 352 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, MG MG3 is substantially lighter – 1,237 kg compared to 1,916 kg. The difference is around 679 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Vito Transporter carries significantly more – 884 kg compared to 448 kg. That’s a difference of about 436 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Vito Transporter stands well ahead of its rival 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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Reviews Mercedes Vito Transporter

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MG MG3

The MG3 is a cheeky city hatch that pairs bold, youthful styling with sprightly handling for drivers who want personality on a budget. Its cabin is bright and cleverly packaged, offering sensible space and a fun-to-drive character that turns mundane commutes into something a bit more enjoyable.

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Giorgio catacchio
20 Sept 2025, 00:08:28

I've owned the MG3 Hybrid for a year — I travel a lot, never a dull moment; comes fully loaded as standard, incredible acceleration, etc.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
28,800 - 51,600 £
Price
15,400 - 21,400 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.1 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
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Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 222 g/km
co2
100 - 137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
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Curb weight
1,916 - 2,518 kg
Curb weight
1,237 - 1,285 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
293 L
Length
4,895 - 5,390 mm
Length
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Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,797 mm
Height
1,910 - 1,945 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 6,600 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
547 - 884 kg
Payload
373 - 448 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 237 HP
Power HP
116 - 194 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
120 - 140 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
270 - 500 Nm
Torque
148 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
75 - 174 kW
Power kW
85 - 143 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,490 - 1,495 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
MG
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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