Mercedes Vito Bus alternatives & comparisons

Here you can find alternatives to the Mercedes Vito Bus, based on existing comparison pages and popular model matchups. We currently show 6 suitable models as a starting point for your buying decision.

Alternative models

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from £48,200

Mercedes V Class

Price 48,200 - 83,300 £
Body Type Bus
Engine Type Diesel, Petrol
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 163 - 237 HP
Consumption L/100km 7.1 - 10.2 L/100km
Seats 6
Acceleration 0-100km/h 7.4 - 10.7 s
Model Year 2025
Torque 370 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4
Model V-Klasse
Model V 220 d kompakt, V 250 d kompakt, V 300 lang, V 220 d lang, V 250 d lang, V 220 d extralang, V 300 d kompakt, V 300 d lang, V 300 extralang, V 250 d extralang, V 300 d extralang
CO2 Efficiency Class G
Trim Level 9G-TRONIC, Style 9G-TRONIC, Style 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, Special Edition Style 9G-TRONIC, Special Edition Style 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, Avantgarde 9G-TRONIC, Avantgarde 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, Special Edition Avantgarde 9G-TRONIC, Special Edition Avantgarde 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, Exclusive 9G-TRONIC, Exclusive 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC
Power kW 120 - 174 kW
co2 187 - 232 g/km
Engine capacity 1,950 - 1,999 cm3
Curb weight 2,192 - 2,464 kg
Width 1,928 mm
Brand Mercedes-Benz
Payload 636 - 908 kg

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Mercedes V Class as a suitable alternative to Mercedes Vito Bus

Think workhorse: the Mercedes Vito Bus is a rugged, no-nonsense people carrier that puts practicality, payload and value first — ideal for fleets or families who need space without fuss. The Mercedes V‑Class, by contrast, dresses the same basic idea in luxury leather, tech and a whisper-quiet ride, so choose it if you want chauffeur-level comfort rather than just getting the job done.

The V‑Class is the grown-up people mover that blends executive-level comfort with van practicality, ideal for those who want to ferry family and gear without sacrificing luxury. Inside it's plush and flexible, with clever touches that turn long hauls into a comfortable commute and still manage to look serious on the school run.

from £52,900

Ford Tourneo Custom

Price 52,900 - 69,700 £
Body Type Bus
Engine Type Electric
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 218 - 286 HP
Consumption kWh/100km 24.1 - 26.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range 310 - 339 km
Seats 8
Model Year 2025
Torque 415 - 630 Nm
Model Tourneo Custom
Model E-Tourneo Custom 340 L1 BEV, E-Tourneo Custom 340 L2 BEV
CO2 Efficiency Class A
Trim Level Trend, Titanium, Titanium AWD, Sport, Active, Active AWD, Titanium X, Sport AWD, Titanium X AWD
Power kW 160 - 210 kW
co2 0 g/km
Curb weight 2,660 - 2,707 kg
Trunk capacity 672 - 819 L
Width 2,032 mm
Brand Ford
Payload 620 - 690 kg

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Ford Tourneo Custom as a suitable alternative to Mercedes Vito Bus

Choosing between the Ford Tourneo Custom and the Mercedes Vito comes down to whether you prioritise practicality and value or refinement and brand prestige. The Tourneo Custom is a hard‑working, roomy people‑carrier with clever storage and lower running costs, while the Mercedes Vito (Tourer) delivers a more premium cabin, smoother ride and stronger badge appeal for passenger transport.

The Ford Tourneo Custom is a practical and polished people‑carrier that turns hauling crew and weekend kit into something surprisingly pleasant, with a composed ride and a cabin built for real life rather than showroom gloss. With clever storage, flexible seating and tech that keeps everyone happy on the road, it’s the sensible choice for families or businesses that want function without sacrificing a bit of style — the van that learnt how to be nice to live with.

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slightly more power
a bit more efficient

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from £31,600

Toyota Proace Bus

Price 31,600 - 57,100 £
Body Type Bus
Engine Type Electric, Diesel
Transmission Automatic, Manual
Transmission Detail Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 136 - 180 HP
Consumption L/100km 6.5 - 6.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km 24.2 - 24.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range 218 - 343 km
Seats 5 - 9
Acceleration 0-100km/h 13.3 s
Model Year 2,024 - 2,025
Torque 260 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4
Model Proace
Model Proace Electric Verso L1 (75 kWh), Proace Electric Verso L2 (75 kWh), Proace Electric Verso L1 (50 kWh), Proace Verso L1 2.2 Diesel, Proace Verso L2 2.2 Diesel
CO2 Efficiency Class A, F, G
Trim Level Lounge, Comfort, Flow, Teamplayer, Comfort (8-Sitzer), Comfort (9-Sitzer), Comfort Mobil, Teamplayer Mobil, Comfort Automatik (9-Sitzer), Teamplayer Automatik, Exclusive Automatik, Lounge Automatik (7-Sitzer), Lounge Automatik (6-Sitzer), Comfort Mobil Automatik, Exclusive, Teamplayer Mobil Automatik
Power kW 100 - 132 kW
co2 0 - 177 g/km
Engine capacity 2,184 cm3
Curb weight 1,835 - 2,140 kg
Width 1,920 mm
Brand Toyota
Payload 825 - 1,265 kg
Variant Electric Verso, Verso

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moderately cheaper
marginally more efficient
moderately more efficient
somewhat lighter

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from £32,800

Kia PV5

Price 32,800 - 38,900 £
Body Type Cargo Van, Bus
Engine Type Electric
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 121 - 163 HP
Consumption kWh/100km 19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range 295 - 416 km
Seats 2 - 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 10.6 - 16.2 s
Model Year 2025
Torque 250 Nm
Model PV5
Model Cargo L2H1 (51,5 kWh), Passenger (51,5 kWh), Cargo L2H1 (71,2 kWh), Passenger (71,2 kWh)
CO2 Efficiency Class A
Trim Level Essential, Plus, Elite
Power kW 89 - 120 kW
co2 0 g/km
Curb weight 1,860 - 2,145 kg
Trunk capacity 1,330 L
Width 1,895 mm
Brand Kia
Payload 455 - 790 kg
Variant Cargo, Passenger

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Quick data check: Kia PV5

slightly cheaper
significantly more efficient
moderately more electric range
very slightly lighter

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from £26,900

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

Price 26,900 - 72,900 £
Body Type Cargo Van
Engine Type Electric, Diesel
Transmission Automatic, Manual
Transmission Detail Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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
Battery Capacity 56 - 113 kWh
Seats 3
Model Year 2,024 - 2,025
Max Speed 90 km/h
Torque 300 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4
Doors 4
Model Sprinter
Model eSprinter Kastenwagen Lang Hochdach 3,5t 314 (56 kWh), eSprinter Kastenwagen Lang Hochdach 3,5t 320 (56 kWh), eSprinter Kastenwagen Lang Hochdach 4,1t 414 (56 kWh), eSprinter Kastenwagen Lang Hochdach 4,1t 420 (56 kWh), eSprinter Kastenwagen Standard Hochdach 3,5t 314 (56 kWh), eSprinter Kastenwagen Standard Hochdach 3,5t 320 (56 kWh), eSprinter Kastenwagen Standard Hochdach 4,1t 414 (56 kWh), eSprinter Kastenwagen Standard Hochdach 4,1t 420 (56 kWh), eSprinter Kastenwagen Standard Normaldach 3,5t 314 (56 kWh), eSprinter Kastenwagen Standard Normaldach 3,5t 320 (56 kWh), eSprinter Kastenwagen Standard Normaldach 4,1t 414 (56 kWh), eSprinter Kastenwagen Standard Normaldach 4,1t 420 (56 kWh), Sprinter Kastenwagen Extralang Hochdach 3,5t 311 CDI, Sprinter Kastenwagen Lang Hochdach 3,5t 311 CDI, Sprinter Kastenwagen Standard Hochdach 3,5t 311 CDI, Sprinter Kastenwagen Standard Normaldach 3,5t 311 CDI, eSprinter Kastenwagen Lang Hochdach 3,5t 314 (81 kWh), eSprinter Kastenwagen Lang Hochdach 3,5t 320 (81 kWh), eSprinter Kastenwagen Lang Hochdach 4,25t 414 (113 kWh), eSprinter Kastenwagen Lang Hochdach 4,25t 414 (81 kWh), eSprinter Kastenwagen Lang Hochdach 4,25t 420 (113 kWh), eSprinter Kastenwagen Lang Hochdach 4,25t 420 (81 kWh), eSprinter Kastenwagen Standard Hochdach 3,5t 314 (81 kWh), eSprinter Kastenwagen Standard Hochdach 3,5t 320 (81 kWh), eSprinter Kastenwagen Standard Hochdach 4,15t 414 (81 kWh), eSprinter Kastenwagen Standard Hochdach 4,15t 420 (81 kWh), eSprinter Kastenwagen Standard Normaldach 3,5t 314 (81 kWh), eSprinter Kastenwagen Standard Normaldach 3,5t 320 (81 kWh), eSprinter Kastenwagen Standard Normaldach 4,15t 414 (81 kWh), eSprinter Kastenwagen Standard Normaldach 4,15t 420 (81 kWh), Sprinter Kastenwagen Extralang Hochdach 3,5t 314 CDI, Sprinter Kastenwagen Extralang Hochdach 3,5t 315 CDI, Sprinter Kastenwagen Extralang Hochdach 3,5t 317 CDI, Sprinter Kastenwagen Extralang Hochdach 3,5t 319 CDI, Sprinter Kastenwagen Extralang Hochdach 3,88t 411 CDI, Sprinter Kastenwagen Extralang Hochdach 3,88t 414 CDI, Sprinter Kastenwagen Extralang Hochdach 3,88t 415 CDI, Sprinter Kastenwagen Extralang Hochdach 3,88t 417 CDI, Sprinter Kastenwagen Extralang Hochdach 3,88t 419 CDI, Sprinter Kastenwagen Lang Hochdach 3,5t 314 CDI, Sprinter Kastenwagen Lang Hochdach 3,5t 315 CDI, Sprinter Kastenwagen Lang Hochdach 3,5t 317 CDI, Sprinter Kastenwagen Lang Hochdach 3,5t 319 CDI, Sprinter Kastenwagen Lang Hochdach 3,88t 411 CDI, Sprinter Kastenwagen Lang Hochdach 3,88t 414 CDI, Sprinter Kastenwagen Lang Hochdach 3,88t 415 CDI, Sprinter Kastenwagen Lang Hochdach 3,88t 417 CDI, Sprinter Kastenwagen Lang Hochdach 3,88t 419 CDI, Sprinter Kastenwagen Lang Hochdach 5,0t 515 CDI, Sprinter Kastenwagen Lang Hochdach 5,0t 517 CDI, Sprinter Kastenwagen Standard Hochdach 3,5t 314 CDI, Sprinter Kastenwagen Standard Hochdach 3,5t 315 CDI, Sprinter Kastenwagen Standard Hochdach 3,5t 317 CDI, Sprinter Kastenwagen Standard Hochdach 3,5t 319 CDI, Sprinter Kastenwagen Standard Hochdach 3,88t 417 CDI, Sprinter Kastenwagen Standard Hochdach 3,88t 419 CDI, Sprinter Kastenwagen Standard Hochdach 5,0t 515 CDI, Sprinter Kastenwagen Standard Hochdach 5,0t 517 CDI, Sprinter Kastenwagen Standard Hochdach 5,0t 519 CDI, Sprinter Kastenwagen Standard Normaldach 3,5t 315 CDI, Sprinter Kastenwagen Standard Normaldach 3,5t 317 CDI, Sprinter Kastenwagen Standard Normaldach 3,5t 319 CDI, Sprinter Kastenwagen Standard Normaldach 3,88t 417 CDI, Sprinter Kastenwagen Standard Normaldach 3,88t 419 CDI, Sprinter Kastenwagen Standard Normaldach 5,0t 515 CDI, Sprinter Kastenwagen Standard Normaldach 5,0t 517 CDI, Sprinter Kastenwagen Standard Normaldach 5,0t 519 CDI
CO2 Efficiency Class A, G
Trim Level Pro, Select, (Hinterradantrieb), 9G-TRONIC (Hinterradantrieb), Pro (Hinterradantrieb), Pro 9G-TRONIC (Hinterradantrieb), Select 9G-TRONIC (Hinterradantrieb), Select (Hinterradantrieb), Pro Allrad 9G-TRONIC (Hinterradantrieb), Select Allrad 9G-TRONIC (Hinterradantrieb), "30 Jahre Sprinter" 9G-TRONIC (Hinterradantrieb), "30 Jahre Sprinter", "30 Jahre Sprinter" Allrad 9G-TRONIC (Hinterradantrieb), "30 Jahre Sprinter" (Hinterradantrieb)
Power kW 84 - 150 kW
co2 0 - 333 g/km
Engine capacity 1,950 cm3
Curb weight 2,052 - 3,166 kg
Fuel tank capacity 71 L
Length 5,932 - 7,367 mm
Width 1,993 mm
Height 2,331 - 2,663 mm
Brand Mercedes-Benz
Max trunk capacity 9,000 - 15,500 L
Payload 577 - 2,641 kg

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markedly cheaper
slightly more electric range

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from £27,800

VW Caddy

Price 27,800 - 45,900 £
Body Type High Roof Estate
Engine Type Petrol, Diesel, Plug-in Hybrid
Transmission Manual, Automatic
Transmission Detail Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 102 - 150 HP
Consumption L/100km 0.5 - 6.9 L/100km
Electric Range 116 - 121 km
Battery Capacity 19.7 kWh
Seats 5 - 7
Acceleration 0-100km/h 11.4 - 14 s
Model Year 2024
Max Speed 173 - 186 km/h
Torque 220 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4
Doors 5
Model Caddy
Model Caddy 1.5 TSI OPF, Caddy 2.0 TDI SCR, Caddy Maxi 1.5 TSI OPF, Caddy Maxi 2.0 TDI SCR, Caddy California 1.5 TSI OPF, Caddy California 2.0 TDI SCR, Caddy California Maxi 1.5 TSI OPF, Caddy 1.5 TSI eHybrid OPF, Caddy Maxi 1.5 TSI eHybrid OPF, Caddy California Maxi 2.0 TDI SCR
CO2 Efficiency Class E, F, B
Trim Level Dark Label, Dark Label DSG, DSG, EDITION, EDITION DSG, Flexible, Flexible DSG, GOAL, GOAL DSG, Life, Life DSG, PAN AMERICANA, PAN AMERICANA DSG, Style, Style DSG, Flexible 4MOTION, 4MOTION, Life 4MOTION, EDITION 4MOTION, Dark Label 4MOTION, GOAL 4MOTION, Style 4MOTION, PAN AMERICANA 4MOTION
Power kW 75 - 110 kW
co2 10 - 165 g/km
Engine capacity 1,498 - 1,968 cm3
Curb weight 1,575 - 1,998 kg
Fuel tank capacity 50 L
Length 4,500 - 4,853 mm
Width 1,855 mm
Height 1,819 - 1,860 mm
Brand VW
Max trunk capacity 2,556 - 3,700 L
Payload 501 - 710 kg

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Quick data check: VW Caddy

markedly cheaper
substantially more efficient
visibly lighter

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Direct comparisons

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