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Ford Transit Bus vs Mercedes Sprinter Bus - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (150 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (50500 £ vs 41400 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Bus or Mercedes Sprinter Bus?

Ford Transit Bus

Mercedes Sprinter Bus

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

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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 Sprinter Bus has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 41400 £, while the Ford Transit Bus costs 50500 £. That’s a price difference of around 9117 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes Sprinter Bus manages with 9.30 L and is therefore barely noticeable more efficient than the Ford Transit Bus with 9.40 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.

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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 Sprinter Bus has a noticeable edge – offering 190 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 40 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes Sprinter Bus pulls slightly stronger with 450 Nm compared to 390 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm difference.

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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 clearly more seating capacity – 9 vs 2.

In curb weight, Ford Transit Bus is hardly perceptible lighter – 2338 kg compared to 2356 kg. The difference is around 18 kg.

When it comes to payload, Ford Transit Bus hardly perceptible takes the win – 1162 kg compared to 1144 kg. That’s a difference of about 18 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Ford Transit Bus proves to be barely ahead and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Ford Transit Bus is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £50,500
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Ford Transit Bus

  • Engine Type : Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 9.4 - 9.5 L
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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 Sprinter Bus

The Mercedes Sprinter is the go-to people-mover for operators and families who want robust practicality wrapped in a premium feel, with a flexible interior that can be tailored from shuttle to mobile office without breaking a sweat. Sporting the three-pointed star and the driving manners of a tall estate, the Sprinter Bus is comfortable, dependable and refreshingly easy to live with day after day.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
50500 - 52900 £
Price
41400 - 55900 £
Consumption L/100km
9.4 - 9.5 L
Consumption L/100km
9.3 - 12.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
245 - 248 g/km
co2
244 - 322 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Bus
Seats
9
Seats
2
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
2338 - 2385 kg
Curb weight
2356 - 2559 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5531 - 5981 mm
Length
5932 - 6967 mm
Width
2059 mm
Width
1993 mm
Height
2530 - 2533 mm
Height
2633 - 2659 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
1115 - 1162 kg
Payload
814 - 1144 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 150 HP
Power HP
114 - 190 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
150 - 159 km/h
Torque
360 - 390 Nm
Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 - 110 kW
Power kW
84 - 140 kW
Engine capacity
1996 cm3
Engine capacity
1950 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mercedes-Benz

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What drivetrain options does the Ford Transit Bus have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.