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Ford Transit Custom Bus vs Mercedes EQS SUV comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 658 HP), boot space and price (50,800 £ vs 95,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Custom Bus or Mercedes EQS SUV?

Ford Transit Custom Bus vs Mercedes EQS SUV: Key differences

Ford Transit Custom Bus

  • significantly cheaper
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Mercedes EQS SUV

  • significantly more power
  • a bit more efficient
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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.

Ford Transit Custom Bus is significantly cheaper – starting at 50,800 £ , while the Mercedes EQS SUV costs 95,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 44,176 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes EQS SUV is a bit more efficient: consuming 19.6 kWh/100km compared to 22.3 kWh/100km for the Ford Transit Custom Bus. That’s a difference of about 2.7 kWh/100km.

EQS SUV

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 EQS SUV offers significantly more power – delivering 658 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 440 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQS SUV delivers visibly more torque with 950 Nm compared to 630 Nm. That’s about 320 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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQS SUV stands out in the key areas 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.

from £95,000
EQS SUV

Mercedes EQS SUV

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 360 - 658 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 615 - 695 km
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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 EQS SUV

The Mercedes EQS SUV blends limousine-level quiet and luxury with the commanding presence of an SUV, wrapping passengers in sumptuous materials and a futuristic, screen-dominated cabin. It drives with serene confidence and delivers the kind of effortless refinement that makes city commutes and long trips feel like first-class experiences — just be prepared for attention wherever you park it.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
50,800 - 63,000 £
Price
95,000 - 212,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.3 - 26.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
615 - 695 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
108.4 - 118 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Bus
Body Type
SUV
Seats
9
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
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Doors
5
Curb weight
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Curb weight
2,695 - 3,075 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
440 - 645 L
Length
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Length
5,125 mm
Width
2,032 mm
Width
1,959 - 2,034 mm
Height
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Height
1,718 - 1,721 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
2,100 L
Payload
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Payload
425 - 570 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 218 HP
Power HP
360 - 658 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 6.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
210 km/h
Torque
415 - 630 Nm
Torque
568 - 950 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
100 - 160 kW
Power kW
265 - 484 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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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