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Ford Transit Custom Bus vs Mercedes VLE comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 276 HP), boot space and price (50,800 £ vs 67,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Custom Bus or Mercedes VLE?

Ford Transit Custom Bus vs Mercedes VLE: Key differences

Ford Transit Custom Bus

  • clearly cheaper
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Mercedes VLE

  • noticeably more power
  • moderately more efficient
  • clearly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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 is clearly cheaper – starting at 50,800 £ , while the Mercedes VLE costs 67,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,918 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes VLE is moderately more efficient: consuming 18.6 kWh/100km compared to 22.3 kWh/100km for the Ford Transit Custom Bus. That’s a difference of about 3.7 kWh/100km.

Transit Custom Bus

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 VLE offers noticeably more power – delivering 276 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 58 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Transit Custom Bus delivers visibly more torque with 630 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 230 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 7.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes VLE offers clearly more boot space – 795 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 795 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes VLE 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.

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Mercedes VLE

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 276 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.6 - 20.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 657 - 707 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 VLE

The Mercedes VLE is a spacious and versatile people carrier that pairs a calm, refined ride with a premium-feeling interior. It’s tailored for family and executive use, offering comfortable seating and practical versatility for everyday journeys.

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Mercedes VLE

Costs and Consumption
Price
50,800 - 63,000 £
Price
67,700 - 92,200 £
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
18.6 - 20.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
657 - 707 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Bus
Seats
9
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
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Curb weight
2,900 - 3,161 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Trunk capacity
795 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
2,032 mm
Width
1,999 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
497 - 711 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 218 HP
Power HP
276 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
415 - 630 Nm
Torque
400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
100 - 160 kW
Power kW
203 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
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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