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Ford Transit Connect vs Mercedes Sprinter Bus - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (150 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (26700 £ vs 41400 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Connect or Mercedes Sprinter Bus?
Transit Connect
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 Connect has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 26700 £, while the Mercedes Sprinter Bus costs 41400 £. That’s a price difference of around 14659 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Ford Transit Connect manages with 0.50 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Mercedes Sprinter Bus with 9.30 L. The difference is about 8.80 L per 100 km.
Transit Connect
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 Bus has a evident edge – offering 190 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 40 HP more horsepower.
In terms of top speed, the Ford Transit Connect performs a bit better – reaching 186 km/h, while the Mercedes Sprinter Bus tops out at 159 km/h. The difference is around 27 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes Sprinter Bus pulls noticeable stronger with 450 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm difference.
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Transit Connect
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Ford Transit Connect offers significantly more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.
In curb weight, Ford Transit Connect is significantly lighter – 1477 kg compared to 2356 kg. The difference is around 879 kg.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes Sprinter Bus evident takes the win – 1144 kg compared to 792 kg. That’s a difference of about 352 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Ford Transit Connect proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Ford Transit Connect is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £26,700
Ford Transit Connect
Ford Transit Connect
Mercedes Sprinter Bus
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Ford Transit Connect
The Ford Transit Connect is the go-to compact workhorse for urban professionals who need cargo space without driving a full-size van. It balances practicality and everyday manners with clever storage ideas and a surprisingly comfortable ride, making it a sensible choice for small businesses and families who value function over flair.
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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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Ford Transit Connect
Mercedes Sprinter Bus
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
26700 - 41500 £
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Price
41400 - 55900 £
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Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 5.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
9.3 - 12.3 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
118 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
11 - 153 g/km
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co2
244 - 322 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
32 - 50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
71 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
2 - 5
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Seats
2
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Doors
4
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1477 - 1866 kg
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Curb weight
2356 - 2559 kg
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Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
4500 - 4868 mm
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Length
5932 - 6967 mm
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Width
1855 mm
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Width
1993 mm
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Height
1856 - 1860 mm
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Height
2633 - 2659 mm
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Max trunk capacity
2500 - 3700 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
602 - 792 kg
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Payload
814 - 1144 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
102 - 150 HP
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Power HP
114 - 190 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 13.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Max Speed
175 - 186 km/h
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Max Speed
150 - 159 km/h
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Torque
280 - 350 Nm
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Torque
300 - 450 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
75 - 110 kW
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Power kW
84 - 140 kW
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3
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Engine capacity
1950 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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What drive types are available for the Ford Transit Connect?
The Ford Transit Connect is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-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.