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Ford Focus vs Mercedes Sprinter Transporter comparison

Compare performance (280 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (27,500 £ vs 26,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Focus or Mercedes Sprinter Transporter?

Ford Focus vs Mercedes Sprinter Transporter: Key differences

Ford Focus

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  • noticeably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • considerably lighter
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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

  • barely cheaper
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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.

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

Focus

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter is barely cheaper – starting at 26,900 £ , while the Ford Focus costs 27,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 566 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Focus uses 4.9 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3 L/100km.

Sprinter Transporter

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Ford Focus offers noticeably more power – delivering 280 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 76 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Ford Focus is considerably faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter tops out at 90 km/h. The difference is around 160 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter delivers barely more torque with 450 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.

Focus

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Ford Focus offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Focus is considerably lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 2,052 kg. The difference is around 722 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter offers clearly more capacity – up to 15,500 L, about 14,146 L more than the Ford Focus.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter carries considerably more – 2,641 kg compared to 560 kg. That’s a difference of about 2,081 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Sprinter Transporter holds a slight edge 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 £26,900
Sprinter Transporter

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

  • Engine Type Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic, Manual
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 114 - 204 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 27.1 - 31.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 194 - 444 km
Ford Focus
Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

Costs and Consumption

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Ford Focus

The Ford Focus remains a clever all‑rounder that balances sharp handling with everyday comfort, making it a strong choice whether your commute is city streets or country lanes. Its practical cabin and sensible running costs mean you’ll spend more time enjoying the drive and less time worrying about ownership, with a playful streak underfoot that keeps things interesting.

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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

The Mercedes Sprinter is the dependable workhorse that makes light of heavy loads, blending smart practicality with a surprisingly carlike cabin that keeps drivers sane on long runs. With a range of configurations and a reputation for durability, it’s the van buyers turn to when they need something tough, clever and oddly enjoyable to drive.

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Ford Focus
Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
27,500 - 42,700 £
Price
26,900 - 72,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
27.1 - 31.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
194 - 444 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
56 - 113 kWh
co2
117 - 183 g/km
co2
0 - 333 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 L
Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,529 kg
Curb weight
2,052 - 3,166 kg
Trunk capacity
392 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,382 - 4,397 mm
Length
5,932 - 7,367 mm
Width
1,825 - 1,844 mm
Width
1,993 mm
Height
1,438 - 1,482 mm
Height
2,331 - 2,663 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,354 L
Max trunk capacity
9,000 - 15,500 L
Payload
495 - 560 kg
Payload
577 - 2,641 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
Power HP
114 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
90 km/h
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Power kW
84 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 2,261 cm3
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3

General

Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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