Compare performance (218 HP vs 122 HP), boot space and price (50,800 £ vs 27,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Custom Bus or Mercedes EQT?
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 EQT is considerably cheaper – starting at 27,800 £ , while the Ford Transit Custom Bus costs 50,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,022 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes EQT is a bit more efficient: consuming 19.5 kWh/100km compared to 22.3 kWh/100km for the Ford Transit Custom Bus. That’s a difference of about 2.8 kWh/100km.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Ford Transit Custom Bus offers significantly more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 96 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Transit Custom Bus delivers substantially more torque with 630 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 385 Nm more.
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.
The Ford Transit Custom Bus is decisively ahead 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.
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.
detailsThe Mercedes EQT is Mercedes‑Benz’s compact electric people carrier that grafts the brand’s usual refinement onto a practical, family‑friendly van body. It makes school runs feel a little more upscale — quietly electric, sensibly packaged and unexpectedly pleasant to live with, especially if you like your practicality with a touch of luxury.
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Price
50,800 - 63,000 £
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Price
27,800 - 32,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.3 - 26.4 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 20.8 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
265 - 278 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
45 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 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
High Roof Estate
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Seats
9
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
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Curb weight
1,925 - 2,023 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
242 - 551 L
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Length
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Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
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Width
2,032 mm
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Width
1,859 mm
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Height
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Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,979 L
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Payload
-
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Payload
457 - 531 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 - 218 HP
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Power HP
122 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
132 km/h
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Torque
415 - 630 Nm
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Torque
245 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
100 - 160 kW
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Power kW
90 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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