Renault Trafic vs Mercedes-Benz Vito
A detailed look at how two of Australia's most popular Vans compare on price, running costs, safety, and everyday livability.
Specifications and pricing correct at time of publishing. Prices are RRP before on-road costs unless stated otherwise. Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer before purchasing.
Price Breakdown
The Renault Trafic starts from $59,990 before on-road costs, while the Mercedes-Benz Vito opens at $63,000. That makes the Renault Trafic the more affordable entry point by $3,010.
Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $65,989 and $69,300 respectively.
Safety Rundown
The Mercedes-Benz Vito holds a 5-star ANCAP rating vs 4 stars for the Renault Trafic.
Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Mercedes-Benz Vito packs more ADAS features with 5 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 1 in the Renault Trafic.
Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 4 in the Renault Trafic and 4 in the Mercedes-Benz Vito.
Feature Showdown
Both come with modern infotainment systems.
Drivetrain
Detailed powertrain specifications are not yet available for both models.
Space & Comfort
True Cost to Own
Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.
Warranty: 5 years / 200,000km (Renault Trafic) vs 5 years / 200,000km (Mercedes-Benz Vito). Both match on warranty length.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the Renault Trafic if: You want the lower entry price, or prefer Renault's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Mercedes-Benz Vito if: You or prefer Mercedes-Benz's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
This is genuinely close. The Renault Trafic and Mercedes-Benz Vito trade blows across the spec sheet, and neither runs away with an outright win. The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.
Common questions
Which is cheapest, Renault Trafic and Mercedes-Benz Vito?
The Renault Trafic is the cheapest at $59,990 before on-road costs. That undercuts the Mercedes-Benz Vito by $3,010.
Which is the most fuel-efficient?
The Renault Trafic uses the least fuel at 7.2L/100km on the combined cycle.
Which is safest?
The Mercedes-Benz Vito has the highest ANCAP rating at 5 stars.
Which can tow the most?
The Renault Trafic has the highest braked towing capacity at 1,000kg.
Disclaimer: All information in this comparison was believed to be correct at the time of publishing (20 April 2026). Prices are manufacturer recommended retail prices (RRP) and may vary by state, dealer, and options. Driveaway costs include estimated on-road costs for Victoria. Fuel economy figures are WLTP/ADR combined cycle. Specifications can change without notice. Always verify with the manufacturer before making a purchase decision. CarSorted does not accept payment for recommendations.
Auto-generated from CarSorted's specification data · 20 April 2026
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