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VW Crafter vs Mercedes Sprinter Transporter comparison

Compare performance (177 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (47,100 £ vs 26,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Crafter or Mercedes Sprinter Transporter?

VW Crafter vs Mercedes Sprinter Transporter: Key differences

VW Crafter

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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

  • clearly cheaper
  • slightly more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • barely lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Crafter

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter is clearly cheaper – starting at 26,900 £ , while the VW Crafter costs 47,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,176 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter uses 7.9 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the VW Crafter with 8.4 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

Sprinter Transporter

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter offers slightly more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the VW Crafter is substantially faster – reaching 165 km/h, while the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter tops out at 90 km/h. The difference is around 75 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter delivers barely more torque with 450 Nm compared to 410 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Mercedes Sprinter Transporter offers more seats – 3 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Sprinter Transporter is barely lighter – 2,052 kg compared to 2,072 kg. The difference is around 20 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the VW Crafter offers somewhat more capacity – up to 18,400 L, about 2,900 L more than the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter.

When it comes to payload, the VW Crafter carries moderately more – 2,994 kg compared to 2,641 kg. That’s a difference of about 353 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Sprinter Transporter is far 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 £26,900
Sprinter Transporter

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

  • Engine Type : Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 114 - 204 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 27.1 - 31.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 194 - 444 km
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VW Crafter

The VW Crafter is a no-nonsense workhorse that makes hauling and running a mobile business feel almost civilized, with a cabin built for long days and smart storage where you need it. It may not turn heads for glamour, but its sturdy build, straightforward tech and reliable manners mean fewer headaches for owners — a van that prefers to earn your trust rather than demand attention.

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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
47,100 - 68,800 £
Price
26,900 - 72,900 £
Consumption L/100km
8.4 - 13.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
27.1 - 31.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
194 - 444 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
56 - 113 kWh
co2
220 - 342 g/km
co2
0 - 333 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
75 L
Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
2
Seats
3
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,072 - 2,810 kg
Curb weight
2,052 - 3,166 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
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Length
5,986 - 7,391 mm
Length
5,932 - 7,367 mm
Width
2,040 - 2,069 mm
Width
1,993 mm
Height
2,355 - 2,830 mm
Height
2,331 - 2,663 mm
Max trunk capacity
9,300 - 18,400 L
Max trunk capacity
9,000 - 15,500 L
Payload
1,037 - 2,994 kg
Payload
577 - 2,641 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 177 HP
Power HP
114 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
90 - 165 km/h
Max Speed
90 km/h
Torque
360 - 410 Nm
Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
103 - 130 kW
Power kW
84 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 cm3
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3

General
Model Year
2,017 - 2,023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
Brand
VW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the VW Crafter?

The VW Crafter is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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