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VW Transporter Transporter vs Mercedes Vito Bus comparison

Compare performance (286 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (37,500 £ vs 36,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Transporter Transporter or Mercedes Vito Bus?

VW Transporter Transporter vs Mercedes Vito Bus: Key differences

VW Transporter Transporter

  • moderately more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • barely lighter
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Mercedes Vito Bus

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • somewhat more electric range
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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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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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 Vito Bus is very slightly cheaper – starting at 36,300 £ , while the VW Transporter Transporter costs 37,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,185 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes Vito Bus uses 6.7 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the VW Transporter Transporter with 7.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW Transporter Transporter is visibly more efficient: consuming 21.9 kWh/100km compared to 26.7 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Vito Bus. That’s a difference of about 4.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes Vito Bus offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 370 km, about 39 km more than the VW Transporter Transporter.

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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 VW Transporter Transporter offers moderately more power – delivering 286 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 49 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the VW Transporter Transporter is only slightly faster – reaching 150 km/h, while the Mercedes Vito Bus tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Vito Bus delivers slightly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 415 Nm. That’s about 85 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 Vito Bus offers more seats – 8 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, VW Transporter Transporter is barely lighter – 1,872 kg compared to 2,023 kg. The difference is around 151 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Transporter Transporter carries somewhat more – 1,259 kg compared to 1,077 kg. That’s a difference of about 182 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Vito Bus is barely 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 £36,300
Vito Bus

Mercedes Vito Bus

  • Engine Type Diesel, Electric, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 - 237 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.7 - 10 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 26.7 - 26.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 248 - 370 km
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The VW Transporter is the workhorse of the modern tradesman, blending practical cleverness with a cabin that's actually pleasant to spend a long day in. It may not steal the style spotlight, but its unshowy durability, clever load solutions and easy-to-live-with character make it a sensible pick for businesses and weekend projects alike.

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Mercedes Vito Bus

The Mercedes Vito is a sturdy, no-nonsense people carrier that blends commercial practicality with a surprisingly civilised cabin, making long shuttles feel less like a chore. If you need a dependable transporter that swallows luggage, forgives hard use and still looks a touch more premium than a plain van, the Vito is an easy, sensible pick.

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Reviews Mercedes Vito Bus

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Juan Ramírez
8 Apr 2026, 04:49:28

Comfort, useful space and engine — all good. It only seats two occupants, unless you ask otherwise.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
37,500 - 60,800 £
Price
36,300 - 55,900 £
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 10 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 24.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
26.7 - 26.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
56 - 331 km
Electric Range
248 - 370 km
Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
co2
0 - 220 g/km
co2
0 - 228 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Bus
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
8
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,872 - 2,462 kg
Curb weight
2,023 - 2,739 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
580 - 1,390 L
Length
5,050 - 5,450 mm
Length
4,895 - 5,370 mm
Width
2,032 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
1,966 - 1,985 mm
Height
1,890 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
4,190 - 4,990 L
Payload
755 - 1,259 kg
Payload
726 - 1,077 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 286 HP
Power HP
136 - 237 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
112 - 150 km/h
Max Speed
140 km/h
Torque
310 - 415 Nm
Torque
330 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
81 - 210 kW
Power kW
100 - 174 kW
Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
VW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the VW Transporter Transporter offered with different drivetrains?

The VW Transporter Transporter is available as Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

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