Head to head
Ford Transit Custom vs Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
The Ford Transit Custom is a medium panel van, ford's best-selling uk van and the segment benchmark for self-drive hire.. The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is a large van, base vehicle for premium chauffeur and camper conversions.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Ford Transit Custom | Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
|---|---|---|
| Payload | 1079-1207 kg (300 L1H1); 1262-1361 kg (320 L2H1) | approx. 935kg to 2,479kg depending on configuration |
| Load volume | 5.8 m3 (L1H1); 6.8 m3 (L2H1) | - |
| Load length | 2602 mm (L1H1); 3002 mm (L2H1) | - |
| Gross weight | 3225 kg (320 derivative) | - |
| Towing capacity | 2500-2800 kg (diesel) | - |
| Length options | - | 5,932mm (L2) to 7,367mm (L4) |
| Height options | - | 2,331mm (H1) to 2,646mm (H2) |
Sources: Ford Transit Custom, Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Custom if...
The Transit Custom is the van most UK hire firms stock as their default medium van, and its L1/L2 length and 280/300/320 weight choices cover most trade and removals jobs without stepping up to a large van.
Full Custom specifications →Buy or hire the Sprinter if...
The Sprinter's size and payload make it the usual base vehicle for high-end chauffeur conversions such as the 'Ultra Lux' fit-out, which strips out the standard interior for a lounge-style cabin with premium seating.
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- Made Luxury chauffeurs - London
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ford Transit Custom and the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter?
The Ford Transit Custom is a medium panel van, Ford's best-selling UK van and the segment benchmark for self-drive hire.; the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is a large van, base vehicle for premium chauffeur and camper conversions.
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