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Ford Transit Custom Bus vs Mercedes V Class - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (233 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (41900 £ vs 48200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Custom Bus or Mercedes V Class?
Transit Custom Bus
Costs and Efficiency:
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.
Ford Transit Custom Bus has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 41900 £ , while the Mercedes V Class costs 48200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6293 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Ford Transit Custom Bus manages with 3.90 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Mercedes V Class with 7.10 L. The difference is about 3.20 L per 100 km.
V Class
Engine and Performance:
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 Mercedes V Class has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 237 HP compared to 233 HP. That’s roughly 4 HP more horsepower.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes V Class performs evident better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Ford Transit Custom Bus tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes V Class pulls somewhat stronger with 500 Nm compared to 415 Nm. That’s about 85 Nm difference.
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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 distinct more seating capacity – 9 vs 6.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes V Class offers clearly more room – 1410 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 1410 L.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Ford Transit Custom Bus is clearly superior 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.
Ford Transit Custom Bus
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Ford Transit Custom Bus
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 V Class
The V‑Class is the grown-up people mover that blends executive-level comfort with van practicality, ideal for those who want to ferry family and gear without sacrificing luxury. Inside it's plush and flexible, with clever touches that turn long hauls into a comfortable commute and still manage to look serious on the school run.
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Ford Transit Custom Bus
Mercedes V Class
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
41900 - 55600 £
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Price
48200 - 83300 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 8.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 10.2 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.4 - 24.3 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
52 - 324 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
11.8 - 64 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 222 g/km
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co2
187 - 232 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
55 - 63 L
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Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
9
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Seats
6
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
-
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Curb weight
2192 - 2464 kg
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Trunk capacity
0 L
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Trunk capacity
610 - 1410 L
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Length
5050 - 5450 mm
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Length
4895 - 5370 mm
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Width
2032 mm
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Width
1928 mm
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Height
1958 - 1959 mm
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Height
1901 - 1908 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
4200 - 5010 L
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Payload
-
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Payload
636 - 908 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, CVT
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
110 - 233 HP
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Power HP
163 - 237 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
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Max Speed
110 - 150 km/h
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Max Speed
188 - 220 km/h
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Torque
310 - 415 Nm
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Torque
370 - 500 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
81 - 171 kW
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Power kW
120 - 174 kW
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Engine capacity
1996 - 2488 cm3
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Engine capacity
1950 - 1999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G, 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 drivetrain options does the Ford Transit Custom Bus have?
The Ford Transit Custom Bus is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.