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Mercedes Vito Transporter vs Polestar 2 comparison

Compare performance (237 HP vs 476 HP), boot space and price (28,800 £ vs 45,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Vito Transporter or Polestar 2?

Mercedes Vito Transporter vs Polestar 2: Key differences

Mercedes Vito Transporter

  • considerably cheaper
  • very slightly lighter
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Polestar 2

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  • clearly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • visibly 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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mercedes Vito Transporter is considerably cheaper – starting at 28,800 £ , while the Polestar 2 costs 45,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,380 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Polestar 2 is significantly more efficient: consuming 14.8 kWh/100km compared to 21.2 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Vito Transporter. That’s a difference of about 6.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Polestar 2 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 659 km, about 185 km more than the Mercedes Vito Transporter.

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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 Polestar 2 offers clearly more power – delivering 476 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 239 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Polestar 2 is markedly faster – reaching 205 km/h, while the Mercedes Vito Transporter tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 65 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 2 delivers markedly more torque with 740 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 240 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 very slightly lighter – 1,916 kg compared to 2,069 kg. The difference is around 153 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Vito Transporter offers clearly more capacity – up to 6,600 L, about 5,505 L more than the Polestar 2.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Vito Transporter carries significantly more – 884 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 463 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 2 comes out modestly 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.

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Polestar 2

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 299 - 476 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 568 - 659 km
Mercedes Vito Transporter
Polestar 2

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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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Polestar 2

The Polestar 2 is a crisp, Scandinavian-styled electric liftback that pairs minimalist luxury with a focused, driver's attitude. It feels agile and composed whether you’re commuting or heading out for the weekend, with a tech-forward cabin and enough personality to make everyday driving a bit more fun.

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Mercedes Vito Transporter
Polestar 2

Costs and Consumption

Price
28,800 - 51,600 £
Price
45,200 - 57,400 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 26.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
304 - 474 km
Electric Range
568 - 659 km
Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
78 kWh
co2
0 - 222 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,916 - 2,518 kg
Curb weight
2,069 - 2,188 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
4,895 - 5,390 mm
Length
4,606 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
1,910 - 1,945 mm
Height
1,473 - 1,479 mm
Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 6,600 L
Max trunk capacity
1,095 L
Payload
547 - 884 kg
Payload
412 - 421 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
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 237 HP
Power HP
299 - 476 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
120 - 140 km/h
Max Speed
205 km/h
Torque
270 - 500 Nm
Torque
490 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
75 - 174 kW
Power kW
220 - 350 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Polestar
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