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Ford Transit Custom Transporter vs Mercedes V Class - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (286 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (36300 £ vs 48200 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Custom Transporter or Mercedes V Class?
Transit Custom Transporter
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 Transporter has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36300 £, while the Mercedes V Class costs 48200 £. That’s a price difference of around 11903 £.
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 Ford Transit Custom Transporter has a a bit edge – offering 286 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 49 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes V Class is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the Ford Transit Custom Transporter takes 13.40 s. That’s about 6 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes V Class performs evident better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Ford Transit Custom Transporter tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes V Class pulls to a small extent stronger with 500 Nm compared to 415 Nm. That’s about 85 Nm difference.
Transit Custom Transporter
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 6 people.
In curb weight, Ford Transit Custom Transporter is somewhat lighter – 1893 kg compared to 2192 kg. The difference is around 299 kg.
In maximum load capacity, the Ford Transit Custom Transporter performs noticeable better – up to 6800 L, which is about 1790 L more than the Mercedes V Class.
When it comes to payload, Ford Transit Custom Transporter evident takes the win – 1332 kg compared to 908 kg. That’s a difference of about 424 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Ford Transit Custom Transporter proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Ford Transit Custom Transporter is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £36,300
Ford Transit Custom Transporter
Ford Transit Custom Transporter
Mercedes V Class
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Ford Transit Custom Transporter
The Transit Custom is a clever, no-nonsense workhorse that blends roomy practicality with surprisingly car-like driving manners, so your workday feels less like a chore and more like efficient transport. With a sensible interior, smart storage and tidy handling, it’s the kind of van that makes owners smile while they get on with the job — reliable, unfussy and built to keep moving.
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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 Transporter
Mercedes V Class
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
36300 - 71100 £
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Price
48200 - 83300 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 10.2 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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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 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
Cargo Van
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
3 - 6
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Seats
6
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1893 - 2122 kg
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Curb weight
2192 - 2464 kg
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Trunk capacity
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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
5800 - 6800 L
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Max trunk capacity
4200 - 5010 L
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Payload
802 - 1332 kg
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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 - 286 HP
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Power HP
163 - 237 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.4 - 16.9 s
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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 - 210 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
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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 drive types are available for the Ford Transit Custom Transporter?
The Ford Transit Custom Transporter is available as Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.