Introduction
Full-size vans transport people, but that doesn’t mean they must be basic or cumbersome. Large vans like the Ford Transit and Mercedes Sprinter set the standard for some of the best people movers and cargo vans on the road.
For 2025, both the Ford Transit and the Mercedes Sprinter return with updated features, more innovative technology, and improved ride quality, but the refined luxury of the Mercedes distinguishes these two.
The 2025 Ford Transit is practical and comfortable, offering a cost-effective, versatile solution for businesses and families. The Mercedes Sprinter raises the bar with heated leather seats with massage functions, advanced driver technology, and a distinctly upscale feel.
Whether you're running a shuttle service, transporting VIPs, or just need to transport people or equipment efficiently, the question remains: do you go with value-packed practicality or stretch for large-scale luxury? Keep reading for a closer look at how the 2025 Ford Transit compares to the 2025 Mercedes Sprinter.
Key Takeaways
- The 2025 Ford Transit Passenger Van provides a cost-effective, practical, and versatile transportation solution for both businesses and families.
- When it comes to capability and performance, the Ford Transit stands up to the Mercedes Sprinter Passenger Van, pound for pound.
- The 2025 Ford Transit Cargo Van models are durable and customizable.
How does the 2025 Ford Transit compare to the 2025 Mercedes Sprinter?
There are several differences between the 2025 Ford Transit and the 2025 Mercedes Sprinter. One of the key differences is luxury, especially when considering the 2025 Ford Transit Passenger Van and the 2025 Mercedes Sprinter Passenger Van.
The Mercedes Sprinter Passenger Van offers multiple interior upgrades, including leather seats, enhanced comfort features for every row of seats, a Digital Rearview Mirror, and an electric sliding door and step, all available as add-ons for an additional cost. The 2025 Ford Transit remains impressive both inside and out, with seating for twelve to fifteen passengers and various body styles, including extended length options, as well as low, medium, and high roof configurations.
The 2025 Ford Transit features two engine options: the 3.5L PFDi V6 or the 3.5L EcoBoost V6, whereas the Mercedes Sprinter Passenger Van comes with either a 4-cylinder Diesel High Output with all-wheel drive (AWD) or without.
While both can tow, the twelve-seater Sprinter with the 4-cylinder Diesel High Output AWD achieves a maximum towing capacity of 5,000 pounds, compared to the Ford Transit, which seats fifteen and has a towing capacity of 4,500 pounds when properly equipped. Both the Ford Transit and the Mercedes Sprinter have upgradable touchscreens, but the Ford Transit takes the lead in this category with the 12-inch infotainment display.
The Ford Transit also surpasses the Mercedes Sprinter in the safety technology category because key safety features like the Lane-Keeping System, Post-Collision Braking, Pre-Collision Assist With Automatic Emergency Braking, Forward Collision Warning, Cruise Control with Adjustable Speed Limiting Device, and Rear View Camera with Trailer Hitch Assist are standard features. In contrast, the Mercedes Sprinter's safety technology is added on through packages.
How does the Ford Transit Cargo Van compare to the Mercedes Sprinter Cargo Van?
There is a size difference between the 2025 Ford Transit Cargo Van and the 2025 Mercedes Sprinter Cargo Van, with the Mercedes being larger because its extended models have a wheelbase measuring just over 14 feet. The longest wheelbase on the Transit Cargo Van models is over 12 feet.
Similar to the Passenger Vans, the Ford Transit Cargo Van models offer more standard safety features and optional packages, including the Upfitter Package, RV Prep Package, Ambulance Prep Package, Electrician Trade Package, and Parcel Delivery Package. Another difference lies in the powertrain: the Ford Transit is equipped with a 3.5L V6 engine, while the Mercedes Sprinter Cargo Van models feature a 4-cylinder diesel engine.
Why buy a new 2025 Ford Transit?
Choose the new 2025 Ford Transit Passenger Van if you need the ultimate people mover that comfortably seats up to fifteen passengers while everyone travels in style. With a climate-controlled interior featuring front and rear auxiliary air conditioning and heating, along with 12V power outlets, USB ports, and Bluetooth, plus available SiriusXM with 360L, HD Radio, Built-In Navigation with Traffic Sign Recognition, Intelligent Speed Assist, Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control (iACC), and Intersection Assist, the new Ford Transit is ideal for travel and transport.
Choose the new 2025 Ford Transit Cargo Van to elevate your productivity with a range of industry-specific packages, setting the standard for interior setup and organization, ensuring you're ready, prepared, and fully equipped for every job. Powered by a powerful V6 engine with an impressive 0-60 MPH time of just 6.7 seconds, as tested by Car and Driver, the new Ford Transit Cargo Van handles well and rivals the luxury Mercedes Sprinter Cargo Van as one of the leading full-size commercial vans on the road.
More Transport in a Ford Transit
You look at a Ford Transit when you need the room, space, and productivity with standard safety technology for driver focus and peace of mind. Available in multiple body styles and sizes, the Transit Passenger Van and Cargo Van make everything possible.
Transport more in a Ford vehicle from Karl Flammer Ford. We proudly serve the community as one of the premier dealerships with exceptional customer service, ready to help you find and finance or lease the vehicle you need. Head to our showroom in Tarpon Springs, and let Karl Flammer help find the ride that changes the transport or commercial game.