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Mercedes-Benz Minibuses & Passenger Vehicles

Mercedes-Benz covers a broad part of the passenger-transport market, from nine-seat Vito Tourer models to larger Sprinter-based minibuses. Diesel and fully electric versions provide options for shuttle, taxi, private-hire and community transport, while the larger Sprinter platform can be adapted by specialist converters for higher-capacity and wheelchair-accessible passenger layouts.

Mercedes-Benz Vito Tourer

The Vito Tourer is the passenger-carrying version of Mercedes-Benz's mid-sized van, aimed at operators who need more seats than a conventional MPV without moving into a full-size minibus. With space for up to nine occupants, sliding side doors and a car-like driving environment, it is particularly well suited to airport transfers, hotel shuttles, private hire and larger-family transport. Different body lengths and seating arrangements allow the cabin to be tailored to passenger and luggage requirements.

Price From: POA / specification dependent

Powertrain: 2.0-litre diesel, 136 hp / 163 hp, specification dependent

Transmission: 9G-TRONIC automatic

Seats: Up to 9 occupants

Typical Licence: B / D1, depending on seating configuration and entitlement

Drive: Rear-wheel drive

Body Lengths: Long / Extra-long

Doors: Sliding side doors

Typical Use: Airport transfers, hotel shuttles, private hire and group transport

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Mercedes-Benz eVito Tourer

The eVito Tourer applies a fully electric drivetrain to the same basic passenger-van format, retaining up to nine-seat practicality while removing local tailpipe emissions. Its quieter drivetrain and smooth low-speed operation suit airport, hotel, taxi and urban shuttle work particularly well, especially where routes are predictable and charging can be planned around regular stops. Passenger space remains the main priority, with sliding side doors and flexible seating arrangements helping it work as a practical electric shuttle.

Price From: POA / specification dependent

Powertrain: Electric

Power: 150 kW / 204 hp

Battery: 90 kWh usable

Range: Up to 273 miles WLTP, specification dependent

Charging: AC and DC charging

Seats: Up to 9 occupants

Typical Licence: B / D1, depending on seating configuration and entitlement

Drive: Front-wheel drive

Body Lengths: Long / Extra-long

Doors: Sliding side doors

Typical Use: Airport transfers, hotel shuttles, taxi and urban private-hire work

View eVito Tourer on Mercedes-Benz UK →

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Minibus

The Sprinter is one of the most widely used foundations for larger minibuses in the UK, with specialist converters offering a broad range of passenger layouts for schools, community transport, care organisations, private hire and accessible transport. Its long body options, high roof and strong commercial-vehicle platform allow considerably more flexibility than a smaller passenger van, while seating, luggage space and wheelchair provision can all be tailored to the operator's requirements.

Price From: POA / conversion dependent

Engine: 2.0-litre turbo diesel, 150–190 hp, specification dependent

Transmission: 6-speed manual / 9G-TRONIC automatic, specification dependent

Seats: Up to 18 passengers, conversion dependent

Typical Licence: D1 / D, depending on seating and vehicle specification

Drive: Front-wheel drive / rear-wheel drive / 4x4 all-wheel drive, specification dependent

Body Lengths: Multiple wheelbase and roof-height options

Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible layouts available through specialist converters

Wheelchair Capacity: Conversion dependent

View Sprinter range on Mercedes-Benz UK →

Mercedes-Benz eSprinter Minibus

The eSprinter provides an electric foundation for larger specialist passenger conversions, combining the space and flexibility of the Sprinter with a fully electric drivetrain. Passenger layouts can be tailored by specialist converters for shuttle, community and accessible transport, while two battery sizes allow operators to balance range, payload and cost. It is particularly suited to predictable passenger routes where vehicles can return to a depot or other regular charging location between duties.

Price From: POA / conversion dependent

Powertrain: Electric

Power: 100 kW / 136 hp or 150 kW / 204 hp

Drive: Rear-wheel drive

Battery: 81 kWh / 113 kWh

Range: Up to 272 miles WLTP for the base vehicle, conversion dependent

Charging: AC and DC charging

Seats: Up to 18 passengers, conversion dependent

Typical Licence: D1 / D, depending on seating and vehicle specification

Body Lengths: Multiple configurations available

Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible passenger conversions available

Wheelchair Capacity: Conversion dependent

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Important Information
Prices, specifications, dimensions, seating capacities, weights, power outputs and equipment are based primarily on information published by vehicle manufacturers, their official UK representatives and established specialist converters. Specifications can vary by trim, body length, configuration, conversion, model year and individual vehicle. Where a passenger vehicle is produced or modified by a third-party converter, specifications and pricing may vary substantially between suppliers.
Prices shown are UK prices where available and are intended as a guide. Where an official UK list price is unavailable, pricing may be shown as approximate or POA. Prices can change and may exclude optional equipment, conversions, delivery charges or other operator-specific costs.
Licence categories shown are a general guide only. Individual driving entitlement can vary according to passenger-seat count, vehicle weight, vehicle length, licence issue date, grandfather rights, Section 19 operation and other exemptions. Passenger-seat counts used for licence purposes exclude the driver. Always check the vehicle's plated specification and your own driving-licence entitlement before driving.
Specifications are checked against the latest information reasonably available to The New Yardstick at the time of publication or update. Manufacturers and converters may alter specifications, pricing or model availability without notice.
Image Credits: Vehicle and product photography remains the property of Mercedes-Benz, Mercedes-Benz Vans, approved converters or the respective copyright holder unless otherwise stated. Images are used for editorial and informational purposes.

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