Mitsubishi Express 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 Mitsubishi Express starts from $54,990 before on-road costs, while the Mercedes-Benz Vito opens at $63,000. That makes the Mitsubishi Express the more affordable entry point by $8,010.
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 $60,489 and $69,300 respectively.
Safety Rundown
ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.
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 (Mitsubishi Express) vs 5 years / 200,000km (Mercedes-Benz Vito). Both match on warranty length.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the Mitsubishi Express if: You want the lower entry price, or prefer Mitsubishi'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
The Mitsubishi Express takes 1 of 1 key spec categories and comes in at a lower price. The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.
Common questions
Which is cheapest, Mitsubishi Express and Mercedes-Benz Vito?
The Mitsubishi Express is the cheapest at $54,990 before on-road costs. That undercuts the Mercedes-Benz Vito by $8,010.
Which is the most fuel-efficient?
The Mitsubishi Express uses the least fuel at 7.2L/100km on the combined cycle.
Which is safest?
They are evenly matched — Mercedes-Benz Vito all hold a 5-star ANCAP rating. Compare the active-safety features above to separate them.
Which can tow the most?
The Mitsubishi Express 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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