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Mercedes Vito Transporter vs SsangYong Rexton comparison

Compare performance (237 HP vs 202 HP), boot space and price (28,800 £ vs 41,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Vito Transporter or SsangYong Rexton?

Mercedes Vito Transporter vs SsangYong Rexton: Key differences

Mercedes Vito Transporter

  • significantly cheaper
  • slightly more power
  • markedly more efficient
  • moderately lighter
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SsangYong Rexton

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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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:

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 significantly cheaper – starting at 28,800 £ , while the SsangYong Rexton costs 41,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,352 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes Vito Transporter uses 6.8 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the SsangYong Rexton with 8.2 L/100km. The difference is about 1.4 L/100km.

Rexton

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes Vito Transporter offers slightly more power – delivering 237 HP compared to 202 HP. That’s roughly 35 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the SsangYong Rexton is noticeably faster – reaching 184 km/h, while the Mercedes Vito Transporter tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 44 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Vito Transporter delivers a bit more torque with 500 Nm compared to 441 Nm. That’s about 59 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: SsangYong Rexton offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Vito Transporter is moderately lighter – 1,916 kg compared to 2,145 kg. The difference is around 229 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Vito Transporter offers clearly more capacity – up to 6,600 L, about 4,623 L more than the SsangYong Rexton.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Vito Transporter carries moderately more – 884 kg compared to 770 kg. That’s a difference of about 114 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

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
Mercedes Vito Transporter
SsangYong Rexton

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Dimensions and Body

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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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SsangYong Rexton

The SsangYong Rexton is a no-nonsense full-size SUV that pairs rugged, go-anywhere bones with a surprisingly plush cabin, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want capability without premium-brand prices. It won’t turn heads like a luxury badge, but its generous space, sensible features and honest practicality make it a smart, down-to-earth family hauler — a savvy pick if you value substance over status.

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Mercedes Vito Transporter
SsangYong Rexton

Costs and Consumption

Price
28,800 - 51,600 £
Price
41,100 - 51,300 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.2 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
214 - 216 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
Fuel tank capacity
70 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,916 - 2,518 kg
Curb weight
2,145 - 2,180 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
236 - 784 L
Length
4,895 - 5,390 mm
Length
4,850 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,960 mm
Height
1,910 - 1,945 mm
Height
1,825 mm
Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 6,600 L
Max trunk capacity
1,806 - 1,977 L
Payload
547 - 884 kg
Payload
655 - 770 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel
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
202 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Max Speed
120 - 140 km/h
Max Speed
184 km/h
Torque
270 - 500 Nm
Torque
441 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
75 - 174 kW
Power kW
148 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
2,157 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
SsangYong
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