Compare performance (276 HP vs 167 HP), boot space and price (67,700 £ vs 31,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes VLE or Subaru Uncharted?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Subaru Uncharted is substantially cheaper – starting at 31,700 £ , while the Mercedes VLE costs 67,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 36,009 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Subaru Uncharted is visibly more efficient: consuming 13.7 kWh/100km compared to 18.6 kWh/100km for the Mercedes VLE. That’s a difference of about 4.9 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes VLE offers clearly more range – reaching up to 707 km, about 256 km more than the Subaru Uncharted.
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 VLE offers noticeably more power – delivering 276 HP compared to 167 HP. That’s roughly 109 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Subaru Uncharted is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 8.4 s, while the Mercedes VLE takes 9.5 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes VLE delivers clearly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 268 Nm. That’s about 132 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Mercedes VLE offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Subaru Uncharted is substantially lighter – 1,996 kg compared to 2,900 kg. The difference is around 904 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes VLE offers significantly more boot space – 795 L compared to 404 L. That’s a difference of about 391 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes VLE carries markedly more – 711 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 242 kg.
The Mercedes VLE stands out in the key areas 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.
The Mercedes VLE is a spacious and versatile people carrier that pairs a calm, refined ride with a premium-feeling interior. It’s tailored for family and executive use, offering comfortable seating and practical versatility for everyday journeys.
detailsThe Subaru Uncharted is a compact electric crossover that feels at home in the city, with easy steering and Subaru’s traction helpers giving it more off‑road composure than its size suggests. It’s practical and simple to use for daily life with convenient charging, but the rear seat is snug, rear visibility suffers without a wiper, and the all‑wheel‑drive version can be thirstier on long motorway runs.
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Price
67,700 - 92,200 £
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Price
31,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 - 20.2 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.7 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
657 - 707 km
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Electric Range
451 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5 - 7
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,900 - 3,161 kg
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Curb weight
1,996 kg
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Trunk capacity
795 L
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Trunk capacity
404 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,999 mm
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Width
1,870 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
497 - 711 kg
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Payload
469 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
276 HP
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Power HP
167 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
400 Nm
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Torque
268 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
203 kW
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Power kW
123 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Subaru
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