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Mercedes Vito Transporter vs SsangYong Tivoli comparison

Compare performance (237 HP vs 163 HP), boot space and price (28,800 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Vito Transporter or SsangYong Tivoli?

Mercedes Vito Transporter vs SsangYong Tivoli: Key differences

Mercedes Vito Transporter

  • noticeably more power
  • only slightly more efficient
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SsangYong Tivoli

  • clearly cheaper
  • 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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

SsangYong Tivoli is clearly cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Mercedes Vito Transporter costs 28,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,362 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes Vito Transporter uses 6.8 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the SsangYong Tivoli with 7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

Tivoli

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 noticeably more power – delivering 237 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 74 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the SsangYong Tivoli is visibly faster – reaching 181 km/h, while the Mercedes Vito Transporter tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 41 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Vito Transporter delivers considerably more torque with 500 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 220 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, SsangYong Tivoli is noticeably lighter – 1,375 kg compared to 1,916 kg. The difference is around 541 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Vito Transporter offers substantially more capacity – up to 6,600 L, about 5,160 L more than the SsangYong Tivoli.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Vito Transporter carries substantially more – 884 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 429 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 Tivoli

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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 Tivoli

The SsangYong Tivoli is an unpretentious small crossover that surprises with a roomy, well-finished cabin and an agreeable ride that suits everyday life. It won't win any beauty contests, but it's a smart, economical choice for buyers who value practicality, comfort and a bit of cheeky character.

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Mercedes Vito Transporter
SsangYong Tivoli

Costs and Consumption

Price
28,800 - 51,600 £
Price
21,400 - 30,300 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 26.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
304 - 474 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 222 g/km
co2
161 - 191 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,916 - 2,518 kg
Curb weight
1,375 - 1,492 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
395 - 720 L
Length
4,895 - 5,390 mm
Length
4,225 - 4,480 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,810 mm
Height
1,910 - 1,945 mm
Height
1,613 - 1,646 mm
Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 6,600 L
Max trunk capacity
1,115 - 1,440 L
Payload
547 - 884 kg
Payload
425 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
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, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 237 HP
Power HP
163 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
120 - 140 km/h
Max Speed
175 - 181 km/h
Torque
270 - 500 Nm
Torque
260 - 280 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
75 - 174 kW
Power kW
120 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3

General

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