Head to head
Mercedes Sprinter Panel Van vs Vauxhall Vivaro
The Mercedes Sprinter Panel Van holds 5.2 cubic metres more and takes loads 86cm (3ft) longer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Load volume: the Mercedes Sprinter Panel Van holds 5.2 cubic metres more.
- Load length: the Mercedes Sprinter Panel Van takes loads 86cm (3ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Mercedes Sprinter Panel Van | Vauxhall Vivaro | |
|---|---|---|
| Payload | 1157-1165 kg (L2H2, 3.5t); 958-966 kg (L4H2, 3.5t); up to 2479 kg (L2H2, 5.0t, 515/517) | 1173 kg (Medium, diesel 120hp); 1326 kg (Medium, diesel 150hp manual); 1121-1294 kg (Long/XL, diesel); 1210 kg (electric, Medium) |
| Load volume | 10.5 m3 (L2H2); 14.0 m3 (L3H2); 15.5 m3 (L4H2) | 5.3 m3 (Medium); 6.1 m3 (Long/XL) |
| Load length | 3375 mm (L2H2); 4810 mm (L4H2) | 2512 mm (floor (Medium)); 2862 mm (floor (Long/XL)) |
| Towing capacity | - | 2500 kg braked (diesel, 150hp) |
Sources: Mercedes Sprinter Panel Van, Vauxhall Vivaro. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Panel Van if...
- you want one that holds 5.2 cubic metres more
- you want one that takes loads 86cm (3ft) longer
The Sprinter is priced and equipped as the premium choice in the large van class, and its 3.5-5.0t GVW spread with matching payload jumps makes it a common choice for fleets that need heavier derivatives without moving to a 7.5t truck.
Full Panel Van specifications →Buy or hire the Vivaro if...
The Vivaro is Vauxhall's medium-van answer to the Transit Custom, with Medium and Long/XL body lengths and a battery-electric option aimed at fleets moving to zero-emission urban delivery.
Full Vivaro specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Mercedes Sprinter Panel Van and the Vauxhall Vivaro?
The Mercedes Sprinter Panel Van holds 5.2 cubic metres more and takes loads 86cm (3ft) longer. The Mercedes Sprinter Panel Van is a large diesel panel van offered from 3.5t to 5.0t GVW, a premium-positioned rival to the Transit and Crafter.; the Vauxhall Vivaro is a medium panel van built on the same platform as the Renault Trafic, offered in diesel and electric..
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