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Mercedes Vito Transporter vs VW Arteon comparison

Compare performance (237 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (28,800 £ vs 43,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Vito Transporter or VW Arteon?

Mercedes Vito Transporter vs VW Arteon: Key differences

Mercedes Vito Transporter

  • significantly cheaper
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VW Arteon

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  • markedly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • moderately lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Vito Transporter

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes Vito Transporter is significantly cheaper – starting at 28,800 £ , while the VW Arteon costs 43,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,499 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Arteon uses 5.1 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes Vito Transporter with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 1.7 L/100km.

Arteon

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 VW Arteon offers markedly more power – delivering 320 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 83 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the VW Arteon is considerably faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mercedes Vito Transporter tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 110 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Vito Transporter delivers slightly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW Arteon is moderately lighter – 1,607 kg compared to 1,916 kg. The difference is around 309 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Vito Transporter offers clearly more capacity – up to 6,600 L, about 4,968 L more than the VW Arteon.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Vito Transporter carries markedly more – 884 kg compared to 569 kg. That’s a difference of about 315 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Vito Transporter is decisively ahead 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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VW Arteon

The VW Arteon cuts a fastback silhouette that manages to look more expensive than it is, with a cabin that feels calm, roomy and smartly finished. It blends relaxed long distance comfort with a touch of sporting poise, making it a clever choice for buyers who want grand touring polish without shouting for attention.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
28,800 - 51,600 £
Price
43,300 - 60,800 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 8.6 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
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Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 222 g/km
co2
133 - 195 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Estate
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,916 - 2,518 kg
Curb weight
1,607 - 1,773 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
590 L
Length
4,895 - 5,390 mm
Length
4,866 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,871 mm
Height
1,910 - 1,945 mm
Height
1,434 - 1,451 mm
Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 6,600 L
Max trunk capacity
1,632 L
Payload
547 - 884 kg
Payload
467 - 569 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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
150 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
120 - 140 km/h
Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Torque
270 - 500 Nm
Torque
320 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
75 - 174 kW
Power kW
110 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,968 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VW
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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