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SEAT Ibiza vs Mercedes T Class comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (16,800 £ vs 23,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SEAT Ibiza or Mercedes T Class?

SEAT Ibiza vs Mercedes T Class: Key differences

SEAT Ibiza

  • visibly cheaper
  • moderately more power
  • barely more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially lighter

Mercedes T Class

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

Ibiza

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.

SEAT Ibiza is visibly cheaper – starting at 16,800 £ , while the Mercedes T Class costs 23,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,125 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Ibiza uses 5 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Mercedes T Class with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

T Class

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 SEAT Ibiza offers moderately more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 19 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the SEAT Ibiza is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.1 s, while the Mercedes T Class takes 11.6 s. That’s about 3.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes T Class delivers barely more torque with 270 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.

Ibiza

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, SEAT Ibiza is substantially lighter – 1,111 kg compared to 1,556 kg. The difference is around 445 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes T Class carries a bit more – 630 kg compared to 522 kg. That’s a difference of about 108 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SEAT Ibiza stands well ahead of its rival 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 £16,800
Ibiza

SEAT Ibiza

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 80 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5 - 5.7 L/100km
SEAT Ibiza
Mercedes T Class

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SEAT Ibiza

The SEAT Ibiza is a cheeky, well-priced hatchback that blends sharp styling with a grown-up driving character, making it a smart choice for city commuters who still want a bit of fun. Inside it's practical and neatly finished, with sensible kit and easygoing manners that make everyday life less fussy — a car that doesn't try too hard but gets the job done with a smile.

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Mercedes T Class

The Mercedes T-Class dresses everyday practicality in a premium suit, blending the sensible utility of a small van with the refinement you expect from the three-pointed star. Its flexible interior and clever details make it a brilliantly pragmatic choice for families and active owners who want comfort and usefulness without the fuss.

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SEAT Ibiza
Mercedes T Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
16,800 - 28,800 £
Price
23,000 - 30,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
114 - 128 g/km
co2
135 - 167 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,111 - 1,231 kg
Curb weight
1,556 - 1,678 kg
Trunk capacity
355 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,780 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
489 - 522 kg
Payload
521 - 630 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
80 - 150 HP
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 15.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 15.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
95 - 250 Nm
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
59 - 110 kW
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E
Brand
SEAT
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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