Head to head
Ford Transit Custom DCIV vs Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 43
The Ford Transit Custom DCIV is a double cab in van, crew van/pickup body on the transit custom. The Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 43 is a two-door convertible.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Ford Transit Custom DCIV | Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 43 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0-litre EcoBlue diesel, 77-136kW, with mild hybrid option | 2.0-litre 4-cylinder, electrically assisted turbo, mild hybrid |
| Cargo volume | 5.7-8.2m3 (standard van) | - |
| Gross weight | 2,600-3,400kg | - |
| Power | - | approx. 389PS combined |
| Torque | - | 480Nm |
| Seats | - | 2+2 |
Sources: Ford Transit Custom DCIV, Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 43. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Transit Custom DCIV if...
A crew van body that carries a work gang plus tools and materials behind a second row of seats, at the cost of some load space compared with a standard panel van. It suits trade and plant hire fleets moving small teams to site together.
Listed by
- Plant and Commercial Sales Limited - Leeds, Holbeck
Buy or hire the AMG SL 43 if...
An entry point into the current SL convertible range, using a smaller turbo four-cylinder rather than the V8 of higher SL grades. It is hired for open-top touring and events where a full-size sports car is not needed.
Full AMG SL 43 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Ford Transit Custom DCIV and the Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 43?
The Ford Transit Custom DCIV is a double cab in van, crew van/pickup body on the Transit Custom; the Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 43 is a two-door convertible.
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