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Ford Ranger vs Mercedes T Class - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (292 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (37500 £ vs 23000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Ranger or Mercedes T Class?

Ford Ranger

Mercedes T Class

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

Ranger

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 T Class has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23000 £ , while the Ford Ranger costs 37500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14558 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Ford Ranger manages with 3.10 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Mercedes T Class with 5.10 L. The difference is about 2 L per 100 km.

T Class

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 Ranger has a significantly edge – offering 292 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 161 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Ranger is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.90 s, while the Mercedes T Class takes 11.60 s. That’s about 3.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Ford Ranger performs barely noticeable better – reaching 190 km/h, while the Mercedes T Class tops out at 184 km/h. The difference is around 6 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Ranger pulls clearly stronger with 697 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 427 Nm difference.

Ranger

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Mercedes T Class is evident lighter – 1556 kg compared to 2082 kg. The difference is around 526 kg.

When it comes to payload, Ford Ranger significantly takes the win – 1108 kg compared to 630 kg. That’s a difference of about 478 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Ranger sits 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.

Ford Ranger
Mercedes T Class

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from about £37,500
Ranger

Ford Ranger

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 292 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3.1 - 13.8 L
  • Electric Range : 42 km

Ford Ranger

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.

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Mercedes T Class

The Mercedes T-Class dresses everyday practicality in a premium suit, blending the sensible utility of a small van with the refinement you expect from the three-pointed star. Its flexible interior and clever details make it a brilliantly pragmatic choice for families and active owners who want comfort and usefulness without the fuss.

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Ford Ranger
Mercedes T Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
37500 - 71900 £
Price
23000 - 30500 £
Consumption L/100km
3.1 - 13.8 L
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 7.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
42 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
11.80 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
70 - 315 g/km
co2
135 - 167 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
80 L
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Pickup
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
2 - 4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2082 - 2511 kg
Curb weight
1556 - 1678 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
0 - 520 L
Length
5370 - 5420 mm
Length
4498 - 4922 mm
Width
1918 - 1968 mm
Width
1859 mm
Height
1868 - 1922 mm
Height
1811 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2127 - 3600 L
Payload
676 - 1108 kg
Payload
521 - 630 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 292 HP
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 12.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 15.1 s
Max Speed
180 - 190 km/h
Max Speed
164 - 184 km/h
Torque
405 - 697 Nm
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
125 - 215 kW
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
1996 - 2993 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1461 cm3

General

Model Year
2022 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the Ford Ranger?

The Ford Ranger is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.