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Mercedes-Benz G-Class Electric vs Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric
Selected trimG 580 with EQ Technology283 mi · 116 kWh · £154,870
At a glance
In this comparison, Mercedes-Benz G-Class Electric leads on family practicality and charging speed, while the Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric counters with the lowest price.
Best value
Too close to call
Range & charging
Mercedes-Benz G-Class ElectricPracticality
Mercedes-Benz G-Class ElectricWhich should you choose?
Choose the Mercedes-Benz G-Class Electric if...
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Mercedes-Benz G-Class Electric wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
Value
Mercedes-Benz
4.7
Vauxhall
5
Too close to call
FamilyMercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz
9
Vauxhall
3.4
ChargingMercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz
7.2
Vauxhall
3.1
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Mercedes-Benz G-Class Electric
G 580 with EQ Technology
- 70 miles more WLTP range
- 100 kW faster rapid charging
- 9.6s quicker 0-62 mph
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz G-Class ElectricG 580 with EQ Technology | Vauxhall Vivaro Life ElectricCombi |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £154,870 | £36,900 (better) |
| Official range | 283 miles (better) | 213 miles |
| Boot space | 620 L | Not available |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 45 min |
| 0-62 mph | 4.7 sec (better) | 14.3 sec |
Size Comparison
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Mercedes-Benz G-Class Electric
Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric
Length
Mercedes-Benz G-Class Electric4,863mm-118mm
Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric4,981mm
Width
Mercedes-Benz G-Class Electric1,931mm
Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric1,920mm-11mm
Height
Mercedes-Benz G-Class Electric1,969mm
Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric1,935mm-34mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz G-Class ElectricG 580 with EQ Technology | Vauxhall Vivaro Life ElectricCombi |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,863 mm | 4,981 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,931 mm | 1,920 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,187 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,969 mm | 1,935 mm |
| Turning circle | 13.6 m | 12.4 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 469 mm spare | 480 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz G-Class ElectricG 580 with EQ Technology | Vauxhall Vivaro Life ElectricCombi |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 9 (better) |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 620 L | Not available |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1990 L | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Mercedes-Benz G-Class Electric
- Boot space of 620 L is bigger than 90% of SUVs we track.
- At 4,863 mm, longer than 85% of SUVs we track.
Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Mercedes-Benz G-Class Electric G 580 with EQ Technology |  Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric Combi |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.86m | 4.98m+118mm |
| Width | 1.93m | 1.92m-11mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.19m | Not available |
| Height | 1.97m | 1.94m-34mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.89m | Not available |
| Ground Clearance | 250mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 620L | Not available |
| Boot (seats down) | 1990L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 9 (better) |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 13.6m | 12.4m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 3,209kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 116kWh (better) | 75kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 283 mi (better) | 213 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 200kW (better) | 100kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £154,870 | £36,900 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £154,870 (not eligible) | £35,400 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | MPV |
| Available | 2024+ | 2024+ |
* Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric: Euro NCAP tested the platform under the 2015 protocol but the result page has since been retired. No current published rating.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz G-Class ElectricG 580 with EQ Technology | Vauxhall Vivaro Life ElectricCombi |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 283 miles (better) | 213 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 235 miles (better) | 152 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 45 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 200 kW (better) | 100 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 242 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 116 kWh (better) | 75 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | Not available | 400V |
| Heat pump | Not available | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz G-Class ElectricG 580 with EQ Technology | Vauxhall Vivaro Life ElectricCombi |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 4.7 sec (better) | 14.3 sec |
| Power | Not available | 100 kW |
| Torque | Not available | 260 Nm |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Mercedes-Benz G-Class Electric
G 580 with EQ Technology
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric
Combi
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Mercedes-Benz G-Class Electric
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Mercedes-Benz G-Class Electric G 580 with EQ Technology
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant90%
Child Occupant83%
Vulnerable Road Users78%
Safety Assist72%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric Combi
Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric Combi
Euro NCAP tested the platform under the 2015 protocol but the result page has since been retired. No current published rating.
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz G-Class ElectricG 580 with EQ Technology | Vauxhall Vivaro Life ElectricCombi |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,000 km |
Buying options
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Mercedes-Benz G-Class Electric
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Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Mercedes-Benz G-Class Electric worth the extra £117,970 over the Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric?
The Mercedes-Benz G-Class Electric costs £117,970 more than the Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric. For that premium it adds 70 miles more WLTP range, 100 kW faster peak rapid charging and a 9.6s quicker 0-62mph time. The Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric is not just cheaper - it also offers 4 more seats (9 versus 5). On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Mercedes-Benz G-Class Electric comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Mercedes-Benz G-Class Electric or the Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric?
The Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric is £117,970 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £264 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric comes out roughly £118,050 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Mercedes-Benz G-Class Electric and Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 235 miles for the Mercedes-Benz G-Class Electric and 152 miles for the Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Mercedes-Benz G-Class Electric goes roughly 83 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Mercedes-Benz G-Class Electric or the Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric?
The two are within 11 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 480 mm of total clearance for the Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric and about 469 mm of total clearance for the Mercedes-Benz G-Class Electric. The Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric also turns in a 1.2 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Mercedes-Benz G-Class Electric or the Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Mercedes-Benz G-Class Electric and 84% for the Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .