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Mercedes Vito Transporter vs Subaru Forester comparison

Compare performance (237 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (28,800 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Vito Transporter or Subaru Forester?

Mercedes Vito Transporter vs Subaru Forester: Key differences

Mercedes Vito Transporter

  • noticeably cheaper
  • substantially more power
  • somewhat more efficient
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Subaru Forester

3.8 (4 Reviews)
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  • somewhat 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:

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

Mercedes Vito Transporter is noticeably cheaper – starting at 28,800 £ , while the Subaru Forester costs 35,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,352 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes Vito Transporter uses 6.8 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the Subaru Forester with 8.1 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 L/100km.

Forester

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 substantially more power – delivering 237 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 101 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Vito Transporter delivers clearly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 318 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, Subaru Forester is somewhat lighter – 1,693 kg compared to 1,916 kg. The difference is around 223 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Vito Transporter carries significantly more – 884 kg compared to 492 kg. That’s a difference of about 392 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Vito Transporter is far ahead overall 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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Subaru Forester

The Subaru Forester is a practical all-rounder that quietly does everything right, with roomy comfort, excellent visibility and a real fondness for weekend adventures off the beaten path. It won't set your pulse racing like a sports car, but for buyers who prize reliability, safety and sensible charm, it's a brilliantly steady companion with a cheeky streak.

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Marie-Sophie
6 Jul 2026, 15:22:11

Unfortunately Citroën isn't sold here in the Americas, otherwise I would have chosen the C5.X!

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Dirk
8 Dec 2025, 17:00:06

It's indeed much more expensive, but it drives brilliantly. I have the automatic — fantastic. It's a bit noisy for such an expensive car, and servicing at a Subaru dealer isn't cheap. It's certainly not economical.

On the other hand, very little breaks and it will never leave you stranded. And that space... 500 litres more is really about a 40% increase.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
28,800 - 51,600 £
Price
35,100 - 42,800 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.1 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
-
Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 222 g/km
co2
183 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,916 - 2,518 kg
Curb weight
1,693 - 1,739 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
508 L
Length
4,895 - 5,390 mm
Length
-
Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
1,910 - 1,945 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 6,600 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
547 - 884 kg
Payload
446 - 492 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 237 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.2 s
Max Speed
120 - 140 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
270 - 500 Nm
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
75 - 174 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

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