Ford Transit-250 vs Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500
Overview
| Spec | Ford Transit-250250 Low Roof | Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 15001500 144" WB Cargo |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 250 Low Roof | 1500 144" WB Cargo |
| Body style | Van | Van |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 10-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2023 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Ford Transit-250250 Low Roof | Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 15001500 144" WB Cargo |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $49,400 | $43,500 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Ford Transit-250250 Low Roof | Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 15001500 144" WB Cargo |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 25 gal (best) | 22 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Ford Transit-250250 Low Roof | Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 15001500 144" WB Cargo |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 275 hp (best) | 188 hp |
| Torque | 260 lb-ft (best) | 258 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.5 L (best) | 2 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Ford Transit-250250 Low Roof | Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 15001500 144" WB Cargo |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Doors | 3 | 3 |
| Cargo volume | 280.9 cu ft | 319 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 6,900 lbs (best) | 5,000 lbs |
| Payload | 4,068 lbs (best) | 3,953 lbs |
| Curb weight | — | 4,597 lbs (best) |
| Wheelbase | 130 in | 144 in (best) |
| Length | 219.9 in | 233.5 in (best) |
| Width | 81.3 in (best) | 79.5 in |
| Height | 82.2 in | 96.3 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Ford Transit-250250 Low Roof | Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 15001500 144" WB Cargo |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Ford Transit-250 | Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 250 Low Roof $49,400 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 1500 144" WB Cargo $43,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 250 Low Roof $50,800 MSRP | 1500 144" WB Passenger $48,700 MSRP |
| 3 | 250 Low Roof $53,300 MSRP | — |
| 4 | 250 Low Roof $54,700 MSRP | — |
| 5 | 250 Medium Roof $51,800 MSRP | — |
| 6 | 250 Medium Roof $55,700 MSRP | — |
| 7 | 250 High Roof $52,800 MSRP | — |
| 8 | 250 High Roof $54,000 MSRP | — |
| 9 | 250 High Roof $56,700 MSRP | — |
| 10 | 250 High Roof $57,900 MSRP | — |