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Ford Transit Bus vs Mercedes CLE Convertible comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 472 HP), boot space and price (50,500 £ vs 53,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Bus or Mercedes CLE Convertible?

Ford Transit Bus vs Mercedes CLE Convertible: Key differences

Ford Transit Bus

  • only slightly cheaper
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Mercedes CLE Convertible

  • considerably more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • visibly lighter
  • significantly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Transit Bus

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Ford Transit Bus is only slightly cheaper – starting at 50,500 £ , while the Mercedes CLE Convertible costs 53,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,708 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLE Convertible uses 4.9 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Ford Transit Bus with 9.4 L/100km. The difference is about 4.5 L/100km.

CLE Convertible

Engine and Performance:

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 Mercedes CLE Convertible offers considerably more power – delivering 472 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 322 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLE Convertible delivers clearly more torque with 560 Nm compared to 390 Nm. That’s about 170 Nm more.

Transit Bus

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: Ford Transit Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLE Convertible is visibly lighter – 1,925 kg compared to 2,338 kg. The difference is around 413 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLE Convertible offers significantly more boot space – 385 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 385 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Transit Bus carries significantly more – 1,162 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 727 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes CLE Convertible 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.

from £53,200
CLE Convertible

Mercedes CLE Convertible

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 193 - 472 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 9.6 L/100km
Ford Transit Bus
Mercedes CLE Convertible

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Ford Transit Bus

The Ford Transit is the reliable people-mover operators turn to when they need space, stamina and sensible running costs without fuss. It doesn't try to be glamorous, but its practical interior, flexible layouts and honest character make it a smart, stress-free choice for shuttle services and group transport.

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Mercedes CLE Convertible

The Mercedes CLE Convertible drops its roof with the kind of poise you'd expect from a luxury cruiser, wrapping elegant lines and a plush cabin into a composition that's equally at home on coastal roads or city boulevards. Behind the wheel it balances comfort and sporty intent, making it an appealing pick for buyers who want a refined open-top experience without shouting for attention — and yes, it even makes the commute feel like a weekend escape.

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Ford Transit Bus
Mercedes CLE Convertible

Costs and Consumption

Price
50,500 - 52,900 £
Price
53,200 - 109,200 £
Consumption L/100km
9.4 - 9.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 9.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
245 - 248 g/km
co2
128 - 218 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Convertible
Seats
9
Seats
4
Doors
4
Doors
2
Curb weight
2,338 - 2,385 kg
Curb weight
1,925 - 2,110 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Trunk capacity
375 - 385 L
Length
5,531 - 5,981 mm
Length
4,850 - 4,853 mm
Width
2,059 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Height
2,530 - 2,533 mm
Height
1,424 - 1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
1,115 - 1,162 kg
Payload
380 - 435 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 150 HP
Power HP
193 - 472 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 9.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
220 - 250 km/h
Torque
360 - 390 Nm
Torque
250 - 560 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
96 - 110 kW
Power kW
142 - 347 kW
Engine capacity
1,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, D
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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