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Ford Transit Transporter vs Mercedes Vito Transporter comparison

Compare performance (269 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (67,300 £ vs 28,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Transporter or Mercedes Vito Transporter?

Ford Transit Transporter vs Mercedes Vito Transporter: Key differences

Ford Transit Transporter

  • somewhat more power
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Mercedes Vito Transporter

  • significantly cheaper
  • somewhat more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Transit Transporter

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes Vito Transporter is significantly cheaper – starting at 28,800 £ , while the Ford Transit Transporter costs 67,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 38,527 £.

As for electric range, the Mercedes Vito Transporter offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 474 km, about 72 km more than the Ford Transit Transporter.

Vito Transporter

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 Ford Transit Transporter offers somewhat more power – delivering 269 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 32 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Vito Transporter delivers a bit more torque with 500 Nm compared to 430 Nm. That’s about 70 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 Mercedes Vito Transporter holds a decisive overall lead 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 £28,800
Vito Transporter

Mercedes Vito Transporter

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Electric, Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 237 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6.8 - 9.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 21.2 - 26.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 304 - 474 km
Ford Transit Transporter
Mercedes Vito Transporter

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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 Vito Transporter

The Mercedes Vito Transporter is a supremely practical workhorse that blends Mercedes refinement with van-like utility, making long days on the road feel surprisingly civilized. With a cleverly thought-out interior and a drive that won’t wear you out, the Vito is the ideal choice for businesses that want capability without sacrificing comfort — and yes, it still looks sharper than most vans at a client meeting.

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Ford Transit Transporter
Mercedes Vito Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
67,300 - 73,000 £
Price
28,800 - 51,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 26.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
341 - 402 km
Electric Range
304 - 474 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 222 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
3 - 6
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
-
Curb weight
1,916 - 2,518 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
4,895 - 5,390 mm
Width
2,059 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
-
Height
1,910 - 1,945 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 6,600 L
Payload
-
Payload
547 - 884 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 269 HP
Power HP
102 - 237 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
120 - 140 km/h
Torque
430 Nm
Torque
270 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 - 198 kW
Power kW
75 - 174 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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