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Ford Transit Bus vs Mercedes E-Class comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (50,500 £ vs 50,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Bus or Mercedes E-Class?

Ford Transit Bus vs Mercedes E-Class: Key differences

Ford Transit Bus

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Mercedes E-Class

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  • marginally cheaper
  • significantly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • visibly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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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

Transit Bus

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Mercedes E-Class is marginally cheaper – starting at 50,500 £ , while the Ford Transit Bus costs 50,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes E-Class uses 1.5 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Ford Transit Bus with 9.4 L/100km. The difference is about 7.9 L/100km.

E-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 Mercedes E-Class offers significantly more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 435 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes E-Class delivers significantly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 390 Nm. That’s about 360 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 5.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes E-Class is visibly lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 2,338 kg. The difference is around 528 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes E-Class offers clearly more boot space – 540 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 540 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Transit Bus carries considerably more – 1,162 kg compared to 640 kg. That’s a difference of about 522 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes E-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.

from £50,500
E-Class

Mercedes E-Class

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 186 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.5 - 7.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range 101 - 116 km
Ford Transit Bus
Mercedes E-Class

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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 E-Class

The Mercedes E‑Class is the executive saloon that balances calm refinement with a hint of sporting intent, wrapping luxury in tasteful understatement. It pampers occupants with a composed ride and intuitive tech while quietly reminding you that it’s still very much a Mercedes — authoritative, polished, and unwilling to shout for attention.

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Ford Transit Bus
Mercedes E-Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
50,500 - 52,900 £
Price
50,500 - 119,700 £
Consumption L/100km
9.4 - 9.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
101 - 116 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
245 - 248 g/km
co2
39 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
9
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,338 - 2,385 kg
Curb weight
1,810 - 2,390 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
Length
5,531 - 5,981 mm
Length
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Width
2,059 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Height
2,530 - 2,533 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
1,115 - 1,162 kg
Payload
530 - 640 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 150 HP
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
360 - 390 Nm
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
96 - 110 kW
Power kW
137 - 430 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
E, F, B, D
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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