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Ford Transit Bus vs Mercedes SL Class comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 816 HP), boot space and price (50,500 £ vs 112,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Bus or Mercedes SL Class?

Ford Transit Bus vs Mercedes SL Class: Key differences

Ford Transit Bus

  • substantially cheaper
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Mercedes SL Class

  • substantially more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • markedly lighter
  • substantially more trunk space
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Transit Bus

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.

Ford Transit Bus is substantially cheaper – starting at 50,500 £ , while the Mercedes SL Class costs 112,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 62,204 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes SL Class uses 9 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Ford Transit Bus with 9.4 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.

SL Class

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 SL Class offers substantially more power – delivering 816 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 666 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes SL Class delivers significantly more torque with 1,420 Nm compared to 390 Nm. That’s about 1,030 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 SL Class is markedly lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 2,338 kg. The difference is around 528 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes SL Class offers substantially more boot space – 240 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 240 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Transit Bus carries substantially more – 1,162 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 787 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes SL 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 £112,700
SL Class

Mercedes SL Class

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plug-in Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 435 - 816 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 9 - 13.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 12 km
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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 SL Class

The Mercedes SL blends timeless elegance with a cheeky sense of occasion, its retractable roof turning any commute into a small celebratory parade. Behind the wheel it behaves like a grown-up sports car that prefers comfort and presence over headline-grabbing bravado, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want to arrive in style.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
50,500 - 52,900 £
Price
112,700 - 219,300 £
Consumption L/100km
9.4 - 9.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
9 - 13.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
12 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
245 - 248 g/km
co2
206 - 309 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
9
Seats
4
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,338 - 2,385 kg
Curb weight
1,810 - 2,195 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Trunk capacity
110 - 240 L
Length
5,531 - 5,981 mm
Length
-
Width
2,059 mm
Width
1,915 mm
Height
2,530 - 2,533 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
1,115 - 1,162 kg
Payload
145 - 375 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plug-in Hybrid
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
435 - 816 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.9 - 4.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
360 - 390 Nm
Torque
500 - 1,420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Power kW
96 - 110 kW
Power kW
320 - 600 kW
Engine capacity
1,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,982 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the Ford Transit Bus?

The Ford Transit Bus is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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