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

Compare performance (150 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (50500 £ vs 26900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Bus or Mercedes Sprinter Transporter?

Ford Transit Bus

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

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 Sprinter Transporter has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 26900 £ , while the Ford Transit Bus costs 50500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23552 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes Sprinter Transporter manages with 7.90 L and is therefore to a small extent more efficient than the Ford Transit Bus with 9.40 L. The difference is about 1.50 L per 100 km.

Transit Bus

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter has a distinct edge – offering 204 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 54 HP more horsepower.

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

Transit Bus

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Ford Transit Bus offers clearly more seating capacity – 9 vs 3.

In curb weight, Mercedes Sprinter Transporter is somewhat lighter – 2052 kg compared to 2338 kg. The difference is around 286 kg.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes Sprinter Transporter decisively takes the win – 2641 kg compared to 1162 kg. That’s a difference of about 1479 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Sprinter Transporter sits well ahead of its rival 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.

Ford Transit Bus
Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

  • Engine Type : Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 114 - 204 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.9 - 12.7 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 27.1 - 31.5 kWh
  • Electric Range : 194 - 444 km

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 Transporter

The Mercedes Sprinter is the dependable workhorse that makes light of heavy loads, blending smart practicality with a surprisingly carlike cabin that keeps drivers sane on long runs. With a range of configurations and a reputation for durability, it’s the van buyers turn to when they need something tough, clever and oddly enjoyable to drive.

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Ford Transit Bus
Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
50500 - 52900 £
Price
26900 - 72900 £
Consumption L/100km
9.4 - 9.5 L
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 12.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
27.1 - 31.5 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
194 - 444 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
56 - 113 kWh
co2
245 - 248 g/km
co2
0 - 333 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
9
Seats
3
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
2338 - 2385 kg
Curb weight
2052 - 3166 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5531 - 5981 mm
Length
5932 - 7367 mm
Width
2059 mm
Width
1993 mm
Height
2530 - 2533 mm
Height
2331 - 2663 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
9000 - 15500 L
Payload
1115 - 1162 kg
Payload
577 - 2641 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, 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 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
90 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 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
1996 cm3
Engine capacity
1950 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the Ford Transit Bus have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.