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Ford Transit Custom Bus vs Mercedes C Class Estate comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (50,800 £ vs 42,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Custom Bus or Mercedes C Class Estate?

Ford Transit Custom Bus vs Mercedes C Class Estate: Key differences

Ford Transit Custom Bus

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Mercedes C Class Estate

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  • slightly cheaper
  • noticeably more power
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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 Custom 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.

Mercedes C Class Estate is slightly cheaper – starting at 42,600 £ , while the Ford Transit Custom Bus costs 50,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,196 £.

C Class Estate

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 C Class Estate offers noticeably more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 70 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Transit Custom Bus delivers slightly more torque with 630 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm more.

Transit Custom Bus

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Ford Transit Custom Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Transit Custom Bus stands 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.

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Transit Custom Bus

Ford Transit Custom Bus

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 - 218 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 22.3 - 26.4 kWh/100km
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Ford Transit Custom Bus

The Ford Transit Custom Bus is a workhorse with a surprisingly comfy streak, offering a roomy, practical cabin that keeps passengers happy on long runs. It steers with more finesse than you’d expect from a people-mover and, whether you’re running a shuttle or converting it for weekend adventures, it’s a dependable, no-nonsense choice that makes life easier for drivers and operators alike.

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Mercedes C Class Estate

The Mercedes C-Class wagon dresses Mercedes refinement in a sensible, practical package, marrying a sleek estate silhouette with a plush, high-quality cabin that feels more premium than its badge implies. It quietly soaks up motorway miles and cartloads of family kit with composed handling and effortless comfort — a clever alternative to an SUV for buyers who still like to steer.

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Storcki
15 May 2026, 10:11:16

To me, the CLA's interior and front end are tasteless and an affront — the C estate is clearly much more attractive.

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Mercedes C Class Estate

Costs and Consumption
Price
50,800 - 63,000 £
Price
42,600 - 67,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
22.3 - 26.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
123 - 157 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Estate
Seats
9
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
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Curb weight
1,755 - 1,940 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
490 L
Length
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Length
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Width
2,032 mm
Width
1,820 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
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Payload
460 - 565 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 218 HP
Power HP
186 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
415 - 630 Nm
Torque
250 - 550 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 160 kW
Power kW
137 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the Ford Transit Custom Bus?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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