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Mercedes V Class vs Ford Puma comparison

Compare performance (237 HP vs 168 HP), boot space and price (48,200 £ vs 23,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes V Class or Ford Puma?

Mercedes V Class vs Ford Puma: Key differences

Mercedes V Class

  • clearly more power
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Ford Puma

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  • considerably cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • considerably lighter
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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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

V Class

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Ford Puma is considerably cheaper – starting at 23,900 £ , while the Mercedes V Class costs 48,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,250 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Puma uses 5.4 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Mercedes V Class with 7.1 L/100km. The difference is about 1.7 L/100km.

Puma

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 Mercedes V Class offers clearly more power – delivering 237 HP compared to 168 HP. That’s roughly 69 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 7.4 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes V Class delivers clearly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 210 Nm more.

V Class

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: Mercedes V Class offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Puma is considerably lighter – 1,316 kg compared to 2,192 kg. The difference is around 876 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes V Class carries considerably more – 908 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 439 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Puma holds a solid 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 £23,900
Puma

Ford Puma

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 125 - 168 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.4 - 5.9 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13 - 13.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 404 - 417 km
Mercedes V Class
Ford Puma

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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 Puma

The Ford Puma blends sporty styling with practical everyday usability, making it a smart choice for drivers who want flair without sacrificing versatility. Its engaging driving character and clever interior packaging give it a more dynamic and useful feel than many rivals.

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Mercedes V Class
Ford Puma

Costs and Consumption

Price
48,200 - 83,300 £
Price
23,900 - 36,300 £
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 10.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 13.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
404 - 417 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
187 - 232 g/km
co2
0 - 135 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
SUV
Seats
6
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,192 - 2,464 kg
Curb weight
1,316 - 1,563 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
456 - 523 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,805 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
636 - 908 kg
Payload
367 - 469 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 237 HP
Power HP
125 - 168 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
370 - 500 Nm
Torque
170 - 290 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
120 - 174 kW
Power kW
92 - 124 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
999 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Ford
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