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VW Touran vs Mercedes VLE comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 276 HP), boot space and price (36,000 £ vs 67,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Touran or Mercedes VLE?

VW Touran vs Mercedes VLE: Key differences

VW Touran

4.8 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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Mercedes VLE

  • clearly more power
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

Touran

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.

VW Touran is substantially cheaper – starting at 36,000 £ , while the Mercedes VLE costs 67,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 31,719 £.

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 clearly more power – delivering 276 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 126 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Touran is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 8.9 s, while the Mercedes VLE takes 9.5 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes VLE delivers barely more torque with 400 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.

Touran

Space and Everyday Use:

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, VW Touran is substantially lighter – 1,520 kg compared to 2,900 kg. The difference is around 1,380 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Touran offers only slightly more boot space – 834 L compared to 795 L. That’s a difference of about 39 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes VLE carries a bit more – 711 kg compared to 601 kg. That’s a difference of about 110 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

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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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VW Touran

The VW Touran is a sensible family people‑carrier that mixes practical packaging with tidy, German-built refinement, making everyday life with kids and shopping feel a lot less chaotic. If you want a reliable, no-nonsense companion that drives with surprising poise and values usefulness over flash, the Touran is a very persuasive choice.

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Reviews VW Touran

4.8 (3 Reviews)
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Anders
23 May 2026, 15:27:48

It really is the Swiss Army knife. Six people on holiday at a summer cottage including all their luggage. Or how about four people in the car plus a dishwasher standing in as baggage. Or five people, two of them in child seats plus two strollers in the back. And it's also super comfortable on long trips. You sit well and it has a nice interior. Today there's nothing comparable that can replace it. Oh, and it actually does the 16–17 km/l it's rated for.

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Mercedes VLE

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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VW Touran
Mercedes VLE

Costs and Consumption
Price
36,000 - 45,300 £
Price
67,700 - 92,200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 - 20.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
657 - 707 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
136 - 149 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
MPV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,520 - 1,631 kg
Curb weight
2,900 - 3,161 kg
Trunk capacity
834 L
Trunk capacity
795 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,829 mm
Width
1,999 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
590 - 601 kg
Payload
497 - 711 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 150 HP
Power HP
276 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 360 Nm
Torque
400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
90 - 110 kW
Power kW
203 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the VW Touran?

The VW Touran is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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