Compare performance (237 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (28,800 £ vs 38,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Vito Transporter or Renault Trafic Bus?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mercedes Vito Transporter is visibly cheaper – starting at 28,800 £ , while the Renault Trafic Bus costs 38,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,457 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Trafic Bus uses 6.7 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Mercedes Vito Transporter with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.
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 Mercedes Vito Transporter offers noticeably more power – delivering 237 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 67 HP more horsepower.
Looking at top speed, the Renault Trafic Bus is somewhat faster – reaching 174 km/h, while the Mercedes Vito Transporter tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 34 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Vito Transporter delivers noticeably more torque with 500 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Renault Trafic Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Vito Transporter is marginally lighter – 1,916 kg compared to 2,031 kg. The difference is around 115 kg.
For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Vito Transporter offers markedly more capacity – up to 6,600 L, about 2,600 L more than the Renault Trafic Bus.
When it comes to payload, the Renault Trafic Bus carries only slightly more – 982 kg compared to 884 kg. That’s a difference of about 98 kg.
The Mercedes Vito Transporter holds a decisive overall lead 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.
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.
detailsThe Renault Trafic is a practical people-carrier that prefers sensible space and smart flexibility to showroom gloss, making it a top pick for families, shuttle operators or anyone ferrying a crowd without fuss. It’s comfortable, economical in everyday running and blessedly uncomplicated — not the most glamorous vehicle, but brilliantly dependable when you need it to be.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
28,800 - 51,600 £
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Price
38,200 - 54,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 9.7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 7.2 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 26.5 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
304 - 474 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 222 g/km
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co2
175 - 189 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
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Fuel tank capacity
80 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
2 - 5
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Seats
8 - 9
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Doors
4
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1,916 - 2,518 kg
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Curb weight
2,031 - 2,352 kg
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Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
4,895 - 5,390 mm
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Length
5,080 - 5,480 mm
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Width
1,928 mm
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Width
1,956 mm
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Height
1,910 - 1,945 mm
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Height
1,973 - 1,974 mm
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Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 6,600 L
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Max trunk capacity
3,200 - 4,000 L
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Payload
547 - 884 kg
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Payload
718 - 982 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
102 - 237 HP
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Power HP
110 - 170 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 16.5 s
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Max Speed
120 - 140 km/h
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Max Speed
161 - 174 km/h
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Torque
270 - 500 Nm
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Torque
300 - 380 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
75 - 174 kW
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Power kW
81 - 125 kW
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Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Renault
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