Head to head
Ford Transit Transit Courier vs Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter carries 86kg more.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter carries 86kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Ford Transit Transit Courier | Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
|---|---|---|
| Payload | 849kg | approx. 935kg to 2,479kg depending on configuration |
| Load length | 1,802mm | - |
| Load volume | 2.91m3 | - |
| Towing capacity | 1,100kg | - |
| Length options | - | 5,932mm (L2) to 7,367mm (L4) |
| Height options | - | 2,331mm (H1) to 2,646mm (H2) |
Sources: Ford Transit Transit Courier, Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Transit Courier if...
The smallest Transit panel van, aimed at couriers, small trades and local delivery work in town centres. It suits van hire where a compact footprint matters but two Euro pallets still need to fit on the floor.
Full Transit Courier specifications →Buy or hire the Sprinter if...
- you want one that carries 86kg more
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.
Listed by
- Made Luxury chauffeurs - London
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ford Transit Transit Courier and the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter?
The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter carries 86kg more. The Ford Transit Transit Courier is a compact panel van, petrol, diesel or electric (E-Transit Courier); the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is a large van, base vehicle for premium chauffeur and camper conversions.
Which carries more, the Ford Transit Transit Courier or the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter?
The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, by 86kg.
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