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Ford Transit Custom Bus vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake comparison
Compare performance (218 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (50,800 £ vs 40,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Custom Bus or Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake?
Ford Transit Custom Bus vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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 CLA Shooting Brake is noticeably cheaper – starting at 40,800 £ , while the Ford Transit Custom Bus costs 50,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,986 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is clearly more efficient: consuming 12.7 kWh/100km compared to 22.3 kWh/100km for the Ford Transit Custom Bus. That’s a difference of about 9.6 kWh/100km.
CLA Shooting Brake
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 CLA Shooting Brake offers markedly more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 136 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Transit Custom Bus delivers a bit more torque with 630 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 115 Nm more.
Transit Custom 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 Custom Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers clearly more boot space – 455 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 455 L.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is far ahead overall 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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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
Ford Transit Custom Bus
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
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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 CLA Shooting Brake
The Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake turns estate practicality into runway-ready style with a swooping roofline and coupe-like silhouette that makes even mundane errands feel a little more glamorous. Inside it pairs clever packaging with premium flair, so you get useful load space and a grown-up cabin — ideal if you want a car that looks like a showroom trophy but still handles the weekly shop without sulking.
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Ford Transit Custom Bus
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
50,800 - 63,000 £
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Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.4 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.3 - 26.4 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 13.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
525 - 768 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 - 123 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
9
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
-
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Curb weight
1,710 - 2,155 kg
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Trunk capacity
0 L
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
2,032 mm
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Width
1,855 mm
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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
430 - 460 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 - 218 HP
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 8.9 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
415 - 630 Nm
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
100 - 160 kW
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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