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Vauxhall Vivaro vs Mercedes Sprinter Transporter comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (33,200 £ vs 26,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Vivaro or Mercedes Sprinter Transporter?

Vauxhall Vivaro vs Mercedes Sprinter Transporter: Key differences

Vauxhall Vivaro

  • noticeably more efficient
  • slightly more efficient
  • moderately lighter
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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

  • markedly cheaper
  • moderately more power
  • markedly more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Vivaro

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter is markedly cheaper – starting at 26,900 £ , while the Vauxhall Vivaro costs 33,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,253 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Vivaro uses 6.2 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.7 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Vauxhall Vivaro is slightly more efficient: consuming 23.7 kWh/100km compared to 27.1 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter. That’s a difference of about 3.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter offers markedly more range – reaching up to 444 km, about 94 km more than the Vauxhall Vivaro.

Sprinter Transporter

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 Sprinter Transporter offers moderately more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 24 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter delivers slightly more torque with 450 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 50 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.

Seats: Vauxhall Vivaro offers more seats – 9 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Vivaro is moderately lighter – 1,722 kg compared to 2,052 kg. The difference is around 330 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter carries clearly more – 2,641 kg compared to 1,226 kg. That’s a difference of about 1,415 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Vivaro sits just 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 £33,200
Vivaro

Vauxhall Vivaro

  • Engine Type Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 120 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.2 - 7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 23.7 - 23.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 222 - 350 km
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Vauxhall Vivaro

The Opel Vivaro is a workhorse with a surprisingly civilised demeanour, blending rugged practicality with enough style and comfort to keep drivers happy on any job. With clever packaging and sensible features that simplify loading, commuting and family duties, it’s the no-nonsense van for buyers who want functionality without the fuss — honest, dependable and just smart enough to make the day easier.

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The Mercedes Sprinter is the dependable workhorse that makes light of heavy loads, blending smart practicality with a surprisingly carlike cabin that keeps drivers sane on long runs. With a range of configurations and a reputation for durability, it’s the van buyers turn to when they need something tough, clever and oddly enjoyable to drive.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
33,200 - 45,700 £
Price
26,900 - 72,900 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
23.7 - 23.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
27.1 - 31.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
222 - 350 km
Electric Range
194 - 444 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
56 - 113 kWh
co2
0 - 184 g/km
co2
0 - 333 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van, Bus
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
3 - 9
Seats
3
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,722 - 2,241 kg
Curb weight
2,052 - 3,166 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
5,932 - 7,367 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,993 mm
Height
-
Height
2,331 - 2,663 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
9,000 - 15,500 L
Payload
872 - 1,226 kg
Payload
577 - 2,641 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
120 - 180 HP
Power HP
114 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 14.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
90 km/h
Torque
260 - 400 Nm
Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
88 - 132 kW
Power kW
84 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 2,184 cm3
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the Vauxhall Vivaro offered with different drivetrains?

The Vauxhall Vivaro is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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