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Ford Transit Transporter vs Mercedes E-Class comparison

Compare performance (269 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (67,300 £ vs 50,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Transporter or Mercedes E-Class?

Ford Transit Transporter vs Mercedes E-Class: Key differences

Ford Transit Transporter

  • significantly more electric range
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Mercedes E-Class

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  • noticeably cheaper
  • clearly more power
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

Transit Transporter

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes E-Class is noticeably cheaper – starting at 50,500 £ , while the Ford Transit Transporter costs 67,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,819 £.

As for electric range, the Ford Transit Transporter offers significantly more range – reaching up to 402 km, about 286 km more than the Mercedes E-Class.

E-Class

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 E-Class offers clearly more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 269 HP. That’s roughly 316 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes E-Class delivers considerably more torque with 750 Nm compared to 430 Nm. That’s about 320 Nm more.

Transit Transporter

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 Transporter offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Transit Transporter has only a minor advantage 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 £67,300
Transit Transporter

Ford Transit Transporter

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 184 - 269 HP
  • Electric Range 341 - 402 km
Ford Transit Transporter
Mercedes E-Class

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Ford Transit Transporter

The Ford Transit is the no-nonsense workhorse that turns heavy-duty hauling into a surprisingly civilized experience, with a cabin that favors practicality over pretense. It’s the go-to for tradespeople and fleet managers who want reliability, adaptability and low running headaches — not showy gimmicks.

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Mercedes E-Class

The Mercedes E‑Class is the executive saloon that balances calm refinement with a hint of sporting intent, wrapping luxury in tasteful understatement. It pampers occupants with a composed ride and intuitive tech while quietly reminding you that it’s still very much a Mercedes — authoritative, polished, and unwilling to shout for attention.

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Ford Transit Transporter
Mercedes E-Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
67,300 - 73,000 £
Price
50,500 - 119,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
341 - 402 km
Electric Range
101 - 116 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
39 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
3 - 6
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
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Curb weight
1,810 - 2,390 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
Length
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Length
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Width
2,059 mm
Width
1,880 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
530 - 640 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 269 HP
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
430 Nm
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
135 - 198 kW
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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