Volkswagen T-Roc 2.0 TSI vs Mercedes-Benz B 180 — full comparison

Volkswagen T-Roc 2.0 TSI

Suv · Gasoline

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Mercedes-Benz B 180

Suv · Gasoline

Volkswagen T-Roc 2.0 TSI

Car A

Volkswagen T-Roc 2.0 TSI

A compact family 5-seater with strong power and a useful 445-liter boot, the T-Roc 2.0 TSI offers good value in its segment. Best for everyday use with efficiency that’s decent for its class rather than enthusiast-focused driving.

5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety300 hp

Mercedes-Benz B 180

Car B

Mercedes-Benz B 180

Efficient and practical, the Mercedes-Benz B 180 suits growing families and road trips with five seats and a 500-liter trunk. Performance is modest, but low consumption helps keep running costs in check.

5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety5.5 L/100km

Why compared cross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 71 / 64

City 49 / 51

Budget / value 65 / 51

Road trip 51 / 53

Performance 29 / 27

Cargo 32 / 36

Practical 53 / 43

Premium 26 / 43

Winter 36 / 36

Scores out of 100. Blue = Volkswagen T-Roc 2.0 TSI · Orange = Mercedes-Benz B 180

Specs side-by-side

Spec Volkswagen T-Roc 2.0 TSI Mercedes-Benz B 180

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Pros & cons

Volkswagen T-Roc 2.0 TSI

Strong power (300 hp) and quick 0–100 km/h in 6.5 s for confident overtakes
Practical 445-liter trunk and 5 seats suit daily family use
Efficient for its class at 7.1 L/100 km combined
Good value in its segment around 30,000
Petrol-only powertrain if you want hybrid or electric options
Not focused on enthusiast handling despite the power
Premium feel is not the priority per segment signals
210 km/h top speed trails some sportier alternatives

Mercedes-Benz B 180

Efficient for its class with 5.5 combined consumption for commuting and trips
Practical 5-seat layout and 500-liter trunk fit growing-family needs
Signals strong safety standing among peers, aligning with family priorities
Price near 30,000 reads as good value in its segment
Modest acceleration (0–100 in 10.5 s) and 122 hp won’t suit performance-focused drivers
Top speed of 170 and limited passing punch reduce highway excitement
Petrol powertrain won’t match the running-cost savings of hybrids or EVs
Not ideal for cargo-heavy use; 500-liter trunk may be tight for bulky loads

Verdict

Pick Volkswagen T-Roc 2.0 TSI if…

Efficiency & everyday ease

Volkswagen T-Roc 2.0 TSI is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.

Pick Mercedes-Benz B 180 if…

Performance & capability

Mercedes-Benz B 180 is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

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