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Ford Explorer EV vs Mercedes Vito Bus comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 36,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Explorer EV or Mercedes Vito Bus?

Ford Explorer EV vs Mercedes Vito Bus: Key differences

Ford Explorer EV

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • very slightly lighter
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Mercedes Vito Bus

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Explorer EV

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Ford Explorer EV is very slightly cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the Mercedes Vito Bus costs 36,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,130 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Ford Explorer EV is clearly more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 26.7 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Vito Bus. That’s a difference of about 12.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Ford Explorer EV offers clearly more range – reaching up to 602 km, about 232 km more than the Mercedes Vito Bus.

Vito Bus

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Ford Explorer EV offers markedly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 103 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Explorer EV delivers clearly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 179 Nm more.

Explorer EV

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Mercedes Vito Bus offers more seats – 8 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Explorer EV is very slightly lighter – 1,996 kg compared to 2,023 kg. The difference is around 27 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Vito Bus offers significantly more boot space – 1,390 L compared to 472 L. That’s a difference of about 918 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Vito Bus carries substantially more – 1,077 kg compared to 585 kg. That’s a difference of about 492 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Explorer EV stands well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £34,200
Explorer EV

Ford Explorer EV

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 190 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 417 - 602 km
Ford Explorer EV
Mercedes Vito Bus

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Ford Explorer EV

The Ford Explorer EV translates the familiar big‑American SUV presence into whisper‑quiet electric motoring, offering roomy seating and a tech‑forward cabin that will please families and road‑trippers alike. It drives with more composure than its boxy looks suggest, blending a comfortable ride and eager acceleration while undercutting the guilt of gas stops — a practical, modern alternative for buyers who want Explorer space with electric charm.

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Mercedes Vito Bus

The Mercedes Vito is a sturdy, no-nonsense people carrier that blends commercial practicality with a surprisingly civilised cabin, making long shuttles feel less like a chore. If you need a dependable transporter that swallows luggage, forgives hard use and still looks a touch more premium than a plain van, the Vito is an easy, sensible pick.

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Ford Explorer EV
Mercedes Vito Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,200 - 49,600 £
Price
36,300 - 55,900 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 10 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
26.7 - 26.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
417 - 602 km
Electric Range
248 - 370 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 228 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
8
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,996 - 2,209 kg
Curb weight
2,023 - 2,739 kg
Trunk capacity
472 L
Trunk capacity
580 - 1,390 L
Length
-
Length
4,895 - 5,370 mm
Width
1,872 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
-
Height
1,890 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
4,190 - 4,990 L
Payload
531 - 585 kg
Payload
726 - 1,077 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Power HP
136 - 237 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
140 km/h
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Torque
330 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Power kW
100 - 174 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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