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Mercedes VLE vs Ford Transit Custom Bus comparison

Compare performance (276 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (67,700 £ vs 50,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes VLE or Ford Transit Custom Bus?

Mercedes VLE vs Ford Transit Custom Bus: Key differences

Mercedes VLE

  • markedly more power
  • moderately more efficient
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Ford Transit Custom Bus

  • visibly cheaper
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

VLE

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 Transit Custom Bus is visibly cheaper – starting at 50,800 £ , while the Mercedes VLE costs 67,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,918 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes VLE is moderately more efficient: consuming 18.6 kWh/100km compared to 22.3 kWh/100km for the Ford Transit Custom Bus. That’s a difference of about 3.7 kWh/100km.

Transit Custom Bus

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 VLE offers markedly more power – delivering 276 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 58 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Transit Custom Bus delivers noticeably more torque with 630 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 230 Nm more.

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: Ford Transit Custom Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 7.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Transit Custom Bus comes out modestly 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 £50,800
Transit Custom Bus

Ford Transit Custom Bus

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 - 218 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 22.3 - 26.4 kWh/100km
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The Mercedes VLE is a spacious and versatile people carrier that pairs a calm, refined ride with a premium-feeling interior. It’s tailored for family and executive use, offering comfortable seating and practical versatility for everyday journeys.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
67,700 - 92,200 £
Price
50,800 - 63,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 - 20.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
22.3 - 26.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
657 - 707 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
9
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
2,900 - 3,161 kg
Curb weight
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Trunk capacity
795 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,999 mm
Width
2,032 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
497 - 711 kg
Payload
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Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
276 HP
Power HP
136 - 218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
400 Nm
Torque
415 - 630 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
203 kW
Power kW
100 - 160 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Ford
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes VLE have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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