Compare performance (286 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (45700 £ vs 48200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Tourneo Custom or Mercedes V Class?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Ford Tourneo Custom has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 45700 £ , while the Mercedes V Class costs 48200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2417 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Ford Tourneo Custom manages with 4.10 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Mercedes V Class with 7.10 L. The difference is about 3 L per 100 km.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Ford Tourneo Custom has a slightly edge – offering 286 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 49 HP more horsepower.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes V Class performs evident better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Ford Tourneo Custom tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes V Class pulls somewhat stronger with 500 Nm compared to 415 Nm. That’s about 85 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Ford Tourneo Custom offers noticeable more seating capacity – 8 vs 6.
In curb weight, Mercedes V Class is to a small extent lighter – 2192 kg compared to 2453 kg. The difference is around 261 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes V Class offers decisively more room – 1410 L compared to 819 L. That’s a difference of about 591 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes V Class performs decisively better – up to 5010 L, which is about 3656 L more than the Ford Tourneo Custom.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes V Class hardly perceptible takes the win – 908 kg compared to 847 kg. That’s a difference of about 61 kg.
The Ford Tourneo Custom is clearly superior overall 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 Tourneo Custom is a practical and polished people‑carrier that turns hauling crew and weekend kit into something surprisingly pleasant, with a composed ride and a cabin built for real life rather than showroom gloss. With clever storage, flexible seating and tech that keeps everyone happy on the road, it’s the sensible choice for families or businesses that want function without sacrificing a bit of style — the van that learnt how to be nice to live with.
detailsThe V‑Class is the grown-up people mover that blends executive-level comfort with van practicality, ideal for those who want to ferry family and gear without sacrificing luxury. Inside it's plush and flexible, with clever touches that turn long hauls into a comfortable commute and still manage to look serious on the school run.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
45700 - 67800 £
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Price
48200 - 83300 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.1 - 8.6 L
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Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 10.2 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
24.2 - 25.2 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
49 - 307 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
11.8 - 64 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 226 g/km
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co2
187 - 232 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
55 - 63 L
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Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
8
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Seats
6
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Doors
4 - 5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2453 - 2707 kg
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Curb weight
2192 - 2464 kg
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Trunk capacity
672 - 819 L
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Trunk capacity
610 - 1410 L
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Length
5050 - 5450 mm
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Length
4895 - 5370 mm
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Width
2032 mm
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Width
1928 mm
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Height
1958 - 1959 mm
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Height
1901 - 1908 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1045 - 1354 L
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Max trunk capacity
4200 - 5010 L
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Payload
620 - 847 kg
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Payload
636 - 908 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 - 286 HP
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Power HP
163 - 237 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
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Max Speed
150 km/h
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Max Speed
188 - 220 km/h
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Torque
360 - 415 Nm
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Torque
370 - 500 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
100 - 210 kW
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Power kW
120 - 174 kW
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Engine capacity
1996 - 2488 cm3
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Engine capacity
1950 - 1999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, A, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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The Ford Tourneo Custom is available as Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.