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Mercedes Vito Transporter vs Suzuki Ignis comparison

Compare performance (237 HP vs 83 HP), boot space and price (28,800 £ vs 15,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Vito Transporter or Suzuki Ignis?

Mercedes Vito Transporter vs Suzuki Ignis: Key differences

Mercedes Vito Transporter

  • clearly more power
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Suzuki Ignis

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  • substantially cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • significantly 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.

Suzuki Ignis is substantially cheaper – starting at 15,600 £ , while the Mercedes Vito Transporter costs 28,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,174 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Suzuki Ignis uses 4.9 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Mercedes Vito Transporter with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 L/100km.

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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 Mercedes Vito Transporter offers clearly more power – delivering 237 HP compared to 83 HP. That’s roughly 154 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Suzuki Ignis is a bit faster – reaching 165 km/h, while the Mercedes Vito Transporter tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Vito Transporter delivers significantly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 107 Nm. That’s about 393 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, Suzuki Ignis is significantly lighter – 935 kg compared to 1,916 kg. The difference is around 981 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Vito Transporter offers clearly more capacity – up to 6,600 L, about 5,500 L more than the Suzuki Ignis.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Vito Transporter carries considerably more – 884 kg compared to 395 kg. That’s a difference of about 489 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Vito Transporter is clearly superior 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
Mercedes Vito Transporter
Suzuki Ignis

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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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Suzuki Ignis

The Suzuki Ignis is a cheeky compact crossover that turns city chores into cheerful adventures, with chunky styling and a surprisingly practical cabin. It won't pretend to be a sports car, but its nimble manners, low running costs and ample personality make it an ideal pick for urban buyers who want fun without pretension.

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Mercedes Vito Transporter
Suzuki Ignis

Costs and Consumption

Price
28,800 - 51,600 £
Price
15,600 - 19,500 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.4 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
110 - 122 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
Fuel tank capacity
30 - 32 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,916 - 2,518 kg
Curb weight
935 - 995 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
204 - 267 L
Length
4,895 - 5,390 mm
Length
3,700 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,690 mm
Height
1,910 - 1,945 mm
Height
1,605 mm
Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 6,600 L
Max trunk capacity
1,086 - 1,100 L
Payload
547 - 884 kg
Payload
335 - 395 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
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
83 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.7 - 12.8 s
Max Speed
120 - 140 km/h
Max Speed
155 - 165 km/h
Torque
270 - 500 Nm
Torque
107 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
75 - 174 kW
Power kW
61 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,197 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2020
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Suzuki
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