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Ford Transit Transporter vs Mercedes Vito Transporter comparison

Compare performance (269 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (39,900 £ 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

Mercedes Vito Transporter

  • noticeably cheaper
  • somewhat more efficient
  • marginally more efficient
  • somewhat more electric range
  • only slightly lighter

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 noticeably cheaper – starting at 28,800 £ , while the Ford Transit Transporter costs 39,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,151 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes Vito Transporter uses 6.8 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the Ford Transit Transporter with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.1 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes Vito Transporter is marginally more efficient: consuming 21.2 kWh/100km compared to 21.3 kWh/100km for the Ford Transit Transporter. That’s a difference of about 0.1 kWh/100km.

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.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes Vito Transporter is slightly faster – reaching 140 km/h, while the Ford Transit Transporter tops out at 120 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

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.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Vito Transporter is only slightly lighter – 1,916 kg compared to 2,074 kg. The difference is around 158 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the Ford Transit Transporter offers significantly more capacity – up to 14,100 L, about 7,500 L more than the Mercedes Vito Transporter.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Transit Transporter carries significantly more – 2,607 kg compared to 884 kg. That’s a difference of about 1,723 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Transit Transporter is slightly ahead 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 £39,900
Transit Transporter

Ford Transit Transporter

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 105 - 269 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.9 - 10.3 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 21.3 - 32 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 247 - 402 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
39,900 - 73,000 £
Price
28,800 - 51,600 £
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 10.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.3 - 32 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 26.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
247 - 402 km
Electric Range
304 - 474 km
Battery Capacity
68 kWh
Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
co2
0 - 270 g/km
co2
0 - 222 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
3 - 6
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,074 - 2,765 kg
Curb weight
1,916 - 2,518 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5,531 - 6,704 mm
Length
4,895 - 5,390 mm
Width
2,059 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
2,530 - 2,778 mm
Height
1,910 - 1,945 mm
Max trunk capacity
9,300 - 14,100 L
Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 6,600 L
Payload
735 - 2,607 kg
Payload
547 - 884 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
105 - 269 HP
Power HP
102 - 237 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
120 km/h
Max Speed
120 - 140 km/h
Torque
310 - 430 Nm
Torque
270 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
77 - 198 kW
Power kW
75 - 174 kW
Engine capacity
1,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2,019 - 2,024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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