VS
At a Glance
Power
140 kW
75kW@3600
Torque
440 Nm
260Nm@1600
Fuel
7.2 l/100km
—
Towing
2000 Kg
1000
0-100 km/h
—
28.2
Engine
1950 cc
2494
Choosing between the Mercedes-Benz Vito and the TOYOTA QUANTUM is one of the most common decisions South African car buyers face. The Mercedes-Benz Vito delivers 140 kW while the TOYOTA QUANTUM produces 75kW@3600. On fuel, the Vito returns 7.2 l/100km while the QUANTUM uses 0 — important in a market where fuel prices change monthly. Pricing starts at R1 264 200 for the Vito and R354 200 for the QUANTUM. Both vehicles have their merits. The right choice depends on your priorities: fuel economy, performance, towing ability, safety features or total cost of ownership. This comparison covers every specification available so you can make an informed decision.
Performance
Power Output
140 kW
75kW@3600
Torque
440 Nm
260Nm@1600
0-100 kph
—
28.2
Top Speed
—
135
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine Capacity
1950 cc
2494
Engine Layout
inline
LONGITUDINAL INLINE 4
Cylinders
4
4
Fuel Type
diesel
DIESEL
Forced Induction Device
turbocharger
—
Transmission
automatic
MANUAL
Number of Gears
9
5
Drive Wheels
rear
REAR
Full Time 4x4
—
✗
Low Range
—
✗
Fuel Economy
Fuel Consumption Average
7.2 l/100km
—
Fuel Consumption Urban
—
—
Fuel Consumption Highway
—
—
Fuel Tank Capacity
70 l
70
CO2 Emissions
186 g/km
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Dimensions
Length
5140 mm
5380
Width
1928-2244 mm
1880
Height
1910 mm
2285
Wheelbase
3200 mm
3110
Ground Clearance
—
185
Kerb Weight
2287 Kg
2100
Doors
5
4
Seats
5
14
Load Volume
3600 l
—
Towing & Payload
Towing Capacity
2000 Kg
1000
Load Capacity
—
—
Safety
ABS
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
EBD
✓ Standard
✗
Brake Assist
✓ Standard
—
Stability Control
✓ Standard
✗
Traction Control
✓ Standard
✗
Airbag Count
6
2
Driver Airbag
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Passenger Airbag
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Side Airbags Front
✓ Standard
✗
Curtain Airbags
✓ Standard
✗
Features & Tech
Air Conditioning
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Climate Control
—
✗
Cruise Control
✓ Standard
✗
Adaptive Cruise Control
—
—
Bluetooth
✓ Standard
—
Satellite Navigation
✓ Standard
✗
Reversing Camera
✓ Standard
—
Park Distance Rear
✓ Standard
✗
Park Distance Front
✓ Standard
✗
Sunroof
Optional
✗
Heated Seats
—
✗
Electric Seat Adjustment
—
✗
Keyless Entry
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Tow Bar
✓ Standard
—
Alloy Wheels
✓ Standard
✗
Warranty & Service
Warranty Period
5
36
Warranty Distance
100000 Km
100000
Service Plan
—
S
Service Intervals
service interval indicator / 25000
10000
The Verdict
Which Wins?
Overall Winner
Mercedes-Benz Vito
2 / 4 categories
Performance
Vito
Fuel Economy
Tied
Value
QUANTUM
Practicality
Vito
Pros & Cons
Mercedes-Benz Vito
Higher towing capacity (2000 Kg)
Higher fuel consumption (7.2 l/100km)
Higher starting price
TOYOTA QUANTUM
Lower starting price (R354 200)
Few notable weaknesses
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is more fuel efficient, the Vito or QUANTUM?
The Vito uses 7.2 l/100km and the QUANTUM uses 0 on the combined cycle. In South African conditions with a mix of highway and urban driving, real-world figures will be slightly higher.
Which has more power, the Vito or QUANTUM?
The Vito produces 140 kW and 440 Nm of torque while the QUANTUM delivers 75kW@3600 and 260Nm@1600 of torque. They produce similar power outputs.
What is the price difference between the Vito and QUANTUM?
The Vito starts from R1 264 200 and the QUANTUM from R354 200. The QUANTUM is cheaper by R910 000 at this variant level. Final on-the-road pricing varies by dealer and specification.
Which has a higher towing capacity, the Vito or QUANTUM?
The Vito has a braked towing capacity of 2000 Kg and the QUANTUM can tow 1000. Always verify towing limits in the owner's manual before hitching a trailer.
Should I buy the Vito or the QUANTUM?
It depends on your priorities. If fuel economy matters most, check the L/100km figures above. If you need towing capacity, compare the towing ratings. For day-to-day South African driving - load shedding runs, potholed roads, school runs and highway commutes - consider ground clearance, service network coverage, and total cost of ownership including insurance and maintenance. Use the spec tables above to compare every detail before making your decision.