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Renault Master Transporter vs Mercedes VLE comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 276 HP), boot space and price (38,600 £ vs 67,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Master Transporter or Mercedes VLE?

Renault Master Transporter vs Mercedes VLE: Key differences

Renault Master Transporter

  • significantly cheaper
  • visibly lighter
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Mercedes VLE

  • markedly more power
  • markedly more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Master Transporter

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Renault Master Transporter is significantly cheaper – starting at 38,600 £ , while the Mercedes VLE costs 67,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 29,067 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes VLE is markedly more efficient: consuming 18.6 kWh/100km compared to 22.6 kWh/100km for the Renault Master Transporter. That’s a difference of about 4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes VLE offers markedly more range – reaching up to 707 km, about 259 km more than the Renault Master Transporter.

VLE

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 Mercedes VLE offers markedly more power – delivering 276 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 106 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes VLE is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 9.5 s, while the Renault Master Transporter takes 13.5 s. That’s about 4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes VLE delivers barely more torque with 400 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 20 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: Mercedes VLE offers more seats – 7 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Master Transporter is visibly lighter – 2,128 kg compared to 2,900 kg. The difference is around 772 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Master Transporter carries clearly more – 1,846 kg compared to 711 kg. That’s a difference of about 1,135 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes VLE 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 £67,700
VLE

Mercedes VLE

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 276 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.6 - 20.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 657 - 707 km
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The Renault Master is a pragmatic workhorse that swallows cargo with an unbothered grin, offering clever practicality and load-friendly packaging for tradespeople and fleet buyers. It won’t excite like a sports car, but it steers predictably, runs economically and gets the job done day after day — like a reliable colleague who never calls in sick.

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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.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
38,600 - 54,600 £
Price
67,700 - 92,200 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 12.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.6 - 25.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 - 20.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
177 - 448 km
Electric Range
657 - 707 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 318 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Bus
Seats
3
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
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Curb weight
2,128 - 2,598 kg
Curb weight
2,900 - 3,161 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
795 L
Length
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Length
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Width
2,080 mm
Width
1,999 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
902 - 1,846 kg
Payload
497 - 711 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 170 HP
Power HP
276 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
300 - 380 Nm
Torque
400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
96 - 125 kW
Power kW
203 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Renault
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the Renault Master Transporter?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

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