Compare performance (292 HP vs 605 HP), boot space and price (45,600 £ vs 106,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Ranger or Mercedes G Class?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Ford Ranger is significantly cheaper – starting at 45,600 £ , while the Mercedes G Class costs 106,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 61,007 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Ranger uses 3.1 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mercedes G Class with 8.7 L/100km. The difference is about 5.6 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes G Class offers substantially more range – reaching up to 468 km, about 426 km more than the Ford Ranger.
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 Mercedes G Class offers substantially more power – delivering 605 HP compared to 292 HP. That’s roughly 313 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes G Class is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Ford Ranger takes 7.9 s. That’s about 3.5 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Ford Ranger is barely faster – reaching 190 km/h, while the Mercedes G Class tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes G Class delivers considerably more torque with 1,164 Nm compared to 697 Nm. That’s about 467 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Ford Ranger is barely lighter – 2,405 kg compared to 2,485 kg. The difference is around 80 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Ford Ranger carries markedly more – 989 kg compared to 715 kg. That’s a difference of about 274 kg.
The Mercedes G Class holds a decisive overall lead 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.
The Ford Ranger is a workhorse with the manners of a grown-up pickup—practical, tough, and surprisingly civilized on the road. It’s the sort of truck that laughs at mud on the weekend and performs like a sensible daily driver during the week, making it an easy sell for buyers who want capability without theatrics.
detailsThe G-Class, often called the G‑Wagen, is a blocky icon that blends unapologetic off-road prowess with a plush, modern cabin, announcing your arrival before you even step out. It’s equally at home crawling over rocks or cruising city streets, and owning one feels like adopting a very expensive, very capable personality.
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Price
45,600 - 71,900 £
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Price
106,600 - 171,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.1 - 13.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
28 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
42 km
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Electric Range
468 km
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Battery Capacity
11.8 kWh
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Battery Capacity
116 kWh
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co2
70 - 315 g/km
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co2
0 - 336 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
80 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Pickup
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Body Type
Off-Roader
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Seats
4 - 5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,405 - 2,511 kg
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Curb weight
2,485 - 3,085 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
620 - 640 L
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Length
5,370 - 5,381 mm
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Length
4,624 mm
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Width
1,918 - 1,968 mm
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Width
1,931 - 1,984 mm
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Height
1,884 - 1,922 mm
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Height
1,983 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,990 L
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Payload
676 - 989 kg
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Payload
415 - 715 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
210 - 292 HP
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Power HP
387 - 605 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 9.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.8 s
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Max Speed
180 - 190 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
491 - 697 Nm
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Torque
760 - 1,164 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Power kW
154 - 215 kW
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Power kW
285 - 445 kW
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Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,993 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,022 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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