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Mercedes V Class vs Ford Tourneo Courier comparison

Compare performance (237 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (48,200 £ vs 21,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes V Class or Ford Tourneo Courier?

Mercedes V Class vs Ford Tourneo Courier: Key differences

Mercedes V Class

  • significantly more power
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Ford Tourneo Courier

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • clearly 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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Ford Tourneo Courier is clearly cheaper – starting at 21,800 £ , while the Mercedes V Class costs 48,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,350 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Tourneo Courier uses 6.6 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Mercedes V Class with 7.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

Tourneo Courier

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 V Class offers significantly more power – delivering 237 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 101 HP more horsepower.

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

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

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

In terms of curb weight, Ford Tourneo Courier is clearly lighter – 1,517 kg compared to 2,192 kg. The difference is around 675 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes V Class carries clearly more – 908 kg compared to 483 kg. That’s a difference of about 425 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Tourneo Courier sits just ahead overall 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 £21,800
Tourneo Courier

Ford Tourneo Courier

  • Engine Type Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 125 - 136 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.6 - 6.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 320 km
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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 Tourneo Courier

The Ford Tourneo Courier is a cheeky, compact people carrier that turns urban errands into a pleasure, thanks to a spacious, cleverly packaged cabin and genuinely practical storage everywhere you look. It drives with reassuringly car-like manners, so the ride is comfy for school runs and shopping trips, and sensible touches like fold-flat seats, a high driving position and plentiful cubbies make it a smart, fuss-free choice for small families and weekend haulers.

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4.7 (1 Reviews)
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Ongenaet
4 Jul 2026, 18:46:09

Nice car, lots of space inside and a practical car for everyday use.

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Ford Tourneo Courier

Costs and Consumption
Price
48,200 - 83,300 £
Price
21,800 - 35,000 £
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 10.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.6 - 6.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
320 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
187 - 232 g/km
co2
0 - 151 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Bus
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
6
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,192 - 2,464 kg
Curb weight
1,517 - 1,545 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
570 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,800 - 1,813 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
636 - 908 kg
Payload
480 - 483 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, 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 - 136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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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 - 100 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
998 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Ford
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes V Class have?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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