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Mercedes Vito Transporter vs VW Transporter Bus – Which one offers the better deal?

Both models have their strengths – but which one suits you more?
Compare performance, efficiency, price and space directly: Mercedes Vito Transporter or VW Transporter Bus?

Mercedes Vito Transporter

VW Transporter Bus

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mercedes Vito Transporter has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28800 £, while the VW Transporter Bus costs 41500 £. That’s a price difference of around 12696 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Transporter Bus manages with 0.80 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Mercedes Vito Transporter with 6.80 L. The difference is about 6 L per 100 km.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Mercedes Vito Transporter: with 21.20 kWh per 100 km, it’s slight more efficient than the VW Transporter Bus with 22.40 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.20 kWh.

As for range, the Mercedes Vito Transporter performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 474 km, about 150 km more than the VW Transporter Bus.

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 Transporter Bus has a to a small extent edge – offering 286 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 49 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the VW Transporter Bus performs evident better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Mercedes Vito Transporter tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 60 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes Vito Transporter pulls a bit stronger with 500 Nm compared to 415 Nm. That’s about 85 Nm difference.

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.

Seats: VW Transporter Bus offers evident more seating capacity – 8 vs 5.

In curb weight, Mercedes Vito Transporter is minimal lighter – 1916 kg compared to 1998 kg. The difference is around 82 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Vito Transporter performs evident better – up to 6600 L, which is about 2595 L more than the VW Transporter Bus.

When it comes to payload, VW Transporter Bus distinct takes the win – 1143 kg compared to 884 kg. That’s a difference of about 259 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Transporter Bus shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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VW Transporter Bus

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 110 - 286 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.8 - 9.2 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 22.4 - 24.9 kWh
  • Electric Range : 87 - 324 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 Transporter Bus

The VW Transporter is the Swiss Army knife of vans — rugged, practical and surprisingly civilized on the road, whether you’re hauling kit for a job or converting it into a weekend camper. It isn’t trying to be glamorous, but its blend of durability, clever packaging and familiar VW charm makes it a sensible choice for buyers who need space without sacrificing driveability.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
28800 - 51600 £
Price
41500 - 85100 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 9.7 L
Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 9.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 26.5 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
22.4 - 24.9 kWh
Electric Range
304 - 474 km
Electric Range
87 - 324 km
Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
co2
0 - 222 g/km
co2
0 - 229 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 60 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Bus
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
4 - 8
Doors
4
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1916 - 2518 kg
Curb weight
1998 - 2620 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
0 - 763 L
Length
4895 - 5390 mm
Length
4973 - 5450 mm
Width
1928 mm
Width
1941 - 2032 mm
Height
1910 - 1945 mm
Height
1907 - 1997 mm
Max trunk capacity
3100 - 6600 L
Max trunk capacity
3672 - 4005 L
Payload
547 - 884 kg
Payload
330 - 1143 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 237 HP
Power HP
110 - 286 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
Max Speed
120 - 140 km/h
Max Speed
112 - 200 km/h
Torque
270 - 500 Nm
Torque
310 - 415 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
75 - 174 kW
Power kW
81 - 210 kW
Engine capacity
1950 - 1999 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 2488 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F, B, A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VW

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What drive types are available for the Mercedes Vito Transporter?

The Mercedes Vito Transporter is available as Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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