2019 Best Large Van | Ford Transit v Mercedes-Benz Sprinter v Volkswagen Crafter

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  • When you really need to move a shed-tonne of stuff from location A to location B - and do so on a regular basis - there’s really no substitute for a full-size van. They’re as close as you’ll get to truck-like utility.
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  • @szedelgo7327
    @szedelgo7327 5 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    "Effortless comfort of the Transit"... Really ??? Ok , how much is Ford paying for you guys?

  • @tccco9738
    @tccco9738 5 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    How can you compare a high roof van to a regular height van?

  • @freelanceopportunist559
    @freelanceopportunist559 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I drive a lwb high roof crafter all day long- through tiny backstreets and on freeways.It's always a dream. I love it.

    • @OhhDaarBenJePerry
      @OhhDaarBenJePerry 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      the only downside of the crafter is its huge turning cycle compared to the sprinter and transit... my company both uses long wheelbase crafters and transits and the transit has a smaller turning cycle'

    • @freelanceopportunist559
      @freelanceopportunist559 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@OhhDaarBenJePerry
      I have no trouble with it.
      Also, I've never driven a sprinter.
      Ignorance is bliss I guess...

  • @dangermouse3619
    @dangermouse3619 5 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    I'm now starting to think ford is paying you to favour ford. You didn't even add Renault Master van which has what ford has and more.

    • @travsformation1
      @travsformation1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      And they give the Ranger the ute of the year award EVERY SINGLE YEAR...

    • @travsformation1
      @travsformation1 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      In almost all other reviews I've read, the Crafter wins hand down for driving comfort, accuracy, etc.. My best pick would be the MAN TGE--same as the Crafter, more standard safety features, and a fair bit cheaper.

    • @Eddie-Van-Hammerlane
      @Eddie-Van-Hammerlane 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Keep in mind, Ford is the #1 selling van in Europe, AND in 2015 they brought that same design back to North America....killing the old American van classic, the Econoline, which was available with a beast V-10 engine and has classic BIG USA exterior style. I'm not sold on the Transit yet, and I like the old school look of the Econoline.

    • @dinaariproducten9639
      @dinaariproducten9639 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Llkk

    • @dinaariproducten9639
      @dinaariproducten9639 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Llkkk

  • @terrificspokesman7416
    @terrificspokesman7416 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    How is the rust protection in the new sprinter

  • @tarabit
    @tarabit 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    And the three things REAL van operators always look for in a van are FUEL ECONOMY, RELIABILITY & LONGEVITY of which the Sprinter has all three. The transit has a long record of being unreliable in the real world with catastrophic engine failures and constantly in the workshop and the VW has a passenger car engine fitted into a commercial (2.0 TDI) so will wear out very quickly. The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is in a league of its own and is the only real world choice for professional businesses.

    • @letsseeif
      @letsseeif 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      crap

    • @BIMMERBOII
      @BIMMERBOII 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Tarabit. Interesting. Your the first person to acknowledge the things we are looking for. Like you said, fuel economy, reliability and longevity. Any sources for the things you say about the sprinter? I am looking to buy soon and having difficulty getting all the into together to see what will make me and save me the most money in the end.

    • @samuelburgess21
      @samuelburgess21 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I had a sprinter for 10days… and it’s engine died catastrophically, will never get one again. I then got a 2015 Fiat Ducato 3.0 180bhp and it’s the single best van that I have ever driven, absolutely loved every mile until I got crashed into.

    • @honda900000
      @honda900000 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The VW Crafter has its own 2.0 TDI, not the passenger car one even if the data is the same.

    • @kennyopel
      @kennyopel 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@samuelburgess21 please what year was it?

  • @valdrinziba4641
    @valdrinziba4641 5 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Haha the sprinter all the way

    • @jc-zp1de
      @jc-zp1de 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Why??? Ram looks dope!

  • @fboest
    @fboest 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Ofcorse Mercedes...Have been driving all of them. Mercedes gives you the most comfort drive of them, interior difference is like day and night comparing WAG Group and Ford with Mercedes. Mercedes is Icon for sure

  • @cristiandemirel1918
    @cristiandemirel1918 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    if you need a van like this for some serious work, go and check out the chassis of these vehicles on the dealer's lot. I can assure you that the Mercedes is much better built underneath than any of its rivals, meaning it has chassis, drive line and suspensions components that resemble more something you would find in a small truck, rather than a van.

  • @jcytf8333
    @jcytf8333 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nobody talked about engine maintenance, parts costs etc...most important

  • @Mr.Carter777
    @Mr.Carter777 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Is this video pay by Ford?MB sprinter u can get full LED light.Ford is still selling Halogen lights in 2019!

  • @slaavichii1129
    @slaavichii1129 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Aussies obviously paid off by Ford. The VW and Sprinter are amazing vans.

    • @paulwilliams2024
      @paulwilliams2024 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      The sprinters nowadays are junk

  • @swagonman
    @swagonman 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Did you say the Transit is front wheel drive? Here in USA, we only get RWD or AWD (new for 2020). I didn’t know they had FWD versions.

  • @rain.0_0.
    @rain.0_0. 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Any future van lifers in here? Hi 😁

    • @rickstard73
      @rickstard73 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Hi :-) Loving the VW...

    • @sarenace
      @sarenace 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Upgrading my van life. Wanted a 4x4 mercedes sprint. Unlikely.

    • @josevinicius.z9977
      @josevinicius.z9977 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Just bought a 2021 sprinter at brazil ; )

    • @j.t.s8618
      @j.t.s8618 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi hii hiiii 🤝

  • @jukkafaarinen7157
    @jukkafaarinen7157 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Transit, crafter & sprinter 👍

  • @220274mark
    @220274mark 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Iveco daily is miles better than ford transit. Mine showing 480,000 miles and only broke down once due to a worn out wire.

    • @lloydy___8720
      @lloydy___8720 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Pain to work on compared to transit

  • @jandahl8486
    @jandahl8486 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Ford automatic transmission is limited to 100 kmt to meet the new WLTP pollution requirements, remember to tell about that !

    • @duratorque
      @duratorque 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Australia is Euro 5 market. WLTP does not apply.

  • @ravenone6255
    @ravenone6255 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    👍Transit my pick

  • @terrificspokesman7416
    @terrificspokesman7416 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    So they complain about hard plastics in there Fiat Ducato review but they say its okay in the Ford Transit

  • @DaBriars
    @DaBriars 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    VW + Mercedes = Quality and reliability work horses with superior back up and service
    FORD = poor reliability and no back up service whatsoever
    will spend most of its time in the garage FACT !

    • @BurtonsAttic
      @BurtonsAttic 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Actually you have it backwards.

    • @valkyrie4644
      @valkyrie4644 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You confused dude, Ford Transit far better van

    • @terrificspokesman7416
      @terrificspokesman7416 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      They are now equal ford is not bad for reliability

    • @tesla_models
      @tesla_models 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Vw did the dieselgate moron. It's reverse ford and Mercedes are reliable while vw won't start

  • @jakey20022
    @jakey20022 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Don't you guys get the RAM PROMASTERS there or the Fiat vans ?!

  • @ownagetv2348
    @ownagetv2348 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Which one is good for doing a mobile barbershop

  • @Mamaandherpupas_travel_Aus
    @Mamaandherpupas_travel_Aus 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What about IVECO Daily the BIGGEST VAN you can buy in Aus… YEP definitely getting paid by Ford

  • @maitriseinox7523
    @maitriseinox7523 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Sprinter 💪💪💪💪💪💪

  • @fboest
    @fboest 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What you find cool on Crafters interior...it’s like VW Golf just a minor upgrade. Even nothing to compare with Mercedes innovations and craftsmanship

  • @asiancavemanr7657
    @asiancavemanr7657 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    that really suck MAN! cause we don't get the ecoblue in the U.S.

  • @BaruBear77
    @BaruBear77 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I have a Sprinter and it is a piece of junk. Yes, it was nice for the first few years then it rusted out, everywhere. I have replace the complete braking system event the emergency brake and brake lines twice and the van only has 75,000 miles on it. My friend has a three year old Sprinter and it is already falling apart. I'm here looking for a new van. Stay away from the Sprinter.

    • @franks.hansen6788
      @franks.hansen6788 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Buy the new Iveco daily with the 3 liters 210 hp with class-leading gearbox Hi Matic
      or the 2.3 liters 160 hp if you can`t afford the 210
      But go for the Hi Matic gearbox. It`s something you won't regret.

    • @terrificspokesman7416
      @terrificspokesman7416 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Apparently the new Sprinter has better rust protection and quality

    • @simonm1528
      @simonm1528 ปีที่แล้ว

      You live in snow conditions?

    • @BaruBear77
      @BaruBear77 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@simonm1528 Yes, New England

    • @tesla_models
      @tesla_models ปีที่แล้ว

      You don't to how to maintain

  • @j.cannonball2087
    @j.cannonball2087 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Phone- and Cupholders are unimportant. I'm more interested in the quality of the engine and the susceptibility to rust.Thanks for the video anyway.

  • @jacobsekatale6195
    @jacobsekatale6195 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    where are the big vans?

    • @jacobsekatale6195
      @jacobsekatale6195 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm definitely sure there bigger vans than these

  • @Mcmerc01
    @Mcmerc01 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Time has proven that the transit is no longer a real contender in this segment. The sprinter has it in spades for reliability and running costs
    Oddly this is the only review I've seen so far to even credit the transit above these two, clearly biased.

    • @KyTaundry
      @KyTaundry 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Literally every single sprinter van I see on UK roads is an absolute rust bucket. Very rarely see one wothout the back doors ruined by rust.

    • @terrificspokesman7416
      @terrificspokesman7416 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@KyTaundry I have heared that the new ones have better rust protection

    • @KyTaundry
      @KyTaundry 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@terrificspokesman7416 I should think so mate haha.

    • @terrificspokesman7416
      @terrificspokesman7416 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The older Sprinter rust so much I see so many 2017 Sprinters rusted but I don't see the 2018 Sprinter (next gen) which 1 year does not make a difference with rust but I have never seen a next gen 2018 sprinter rusty but I see many of the later last gen sprinters rusty so probably better rust protection

  • @ricardoclemente3255
    @ricardoclemente3255 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Wow!!! how much did Ford pay you for this comercial?!?

    • @soundworksvectra
      @soundworksvectra 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Exactly. I drive a new transit and have also driven the new sprinter many times and find the sprinter so much nicer to drive with better ergonomics all round. Not to mention smoother and more reliable. The Transits are rubbish. It's a good job they have problems all the time because it gives your back and shoulder aches time to recover from the awful driving position.

    • @tesla_models
      @tesla_models 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      But ford is far better than vw atleast

  • @yellowroseoftexas2890
    @yellowroseoftexas2890 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Americans are best off buying American built. The two Germany built vans have issues with part & repair availability in the states. You can order a Transit with a Diesel engine. The transit has more useable cargo space for the 💵.

  • @martinnilsson5295
    @martinnilsson5295 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ouer company has 50 transit. They are rubbish quality campare to new crafter and sprinter

  • @jackmatt1022
    @jackmatt1022 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The transit sucks always problems with addblue now sensor

  • @lecarnoallen8145
    @lecarnoallen8145 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    what is the maximum weight carriage?

  • @Ulthion
    @Ulthion 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    As a driver i would say - FORD is winning in every aspect. And im saying it after 30k + miles on each of them.

  • @catalinmirita4569
    @catalinmirita4569 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Black nails guy iahhh🤣🤣🤣

  • @tesla_models
    @tesla_models ปีที่แล้ว

    Sprinter..all the way

  • @paulwilliams2024
    @paulwilliams2024 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The ford transit is the best Van

  • @stuartboyd6340
    @stuartboyd6340 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Best long term reliable van

  • @dent-clublondon
    @dent-clublondon 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Not true ,sprinter is top

  • @srirammurthy5499
    @srirammurthy5499 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Come on man will you pls stop abusing us three?

  • @danielcortesgonzalez506
    @danielcortesgonzalez506 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    aga video en español

  • @valkyrie4644
    @valkyrie4644 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Transit pulls like a train, Ford all day long

    • @j.t.s8618
      @j.t.s8618 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Everyday forever 💙

  • @j.cannonball2087
    @j.cannonball2087 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The Transit's face looks like it's mad. 😅

  • @rockybear702
    @rockybear702 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Biased review. Ford is terrible. Mercedes Sprinter all the way. Obviously getting paid by Ford. I tested all the Vans and Sprinter fit and finished Is by far the best.

    • @tesla_models
      @tesla_models 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes but ford is better atleast compared to vw dieselgate group

  • @gjmob
    @gjmob 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a Crock

  • @Scrambler85
    @Scrambler85 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Transit is the best and if You could get it with the 310 horsepower and 400 foot pounds of torque in the 3.5 EcoBoost engine You would love it.

    • @bosse641
      @bosse641 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      but no 4X4 ?

    • @Scrambler85
      @Scrambler85 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@bosse641 2020 they will have a AWD

    • @rockybear702
      @rockybear702 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Scrambler85 it's still isn't a real 4×4. Sprinter hands down. I tested all of them. Complete biased review. Yes the transit is much cheaper to buy but the Sprinter is definitely twice the van.

    • @terrificspokesman7416
      @terrificspokesman7416 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You only get that engine in the USA and Canada. Rest of the world gets a 2.0 EcoBlue turbo diesel. You guys in the US get the 3.5 EcoBoost turbo V6 petrol and 3.7 naturally aspirated V6 petrol and 3.2 Powerstroke turbo diesel but the rest of the world gets the 2.0 EcoBlue engine for efficiency reasons. People like the Sprinter because it gets the frugal 2.1 turbo diesel as well as an also relatively fuel efficient 3.0 V6 turbo diesel.

  • @majorfeelgoodrecords2740
    @majorfeelgoodrecords2740 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The transit van is the most unreliable van made even the LDV is more reliable

  • @alipakiari4087
    @alipakiari4087 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Cheep to service!!!!! You haven't been to Ford dealer then😮

  • @brs8710
    @brs8710 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ford transit is the most weak vehicle in the slalom test even if you focus on video u will see.

  • @cableflowgrim2435
    @cableflowgrim2435 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Transit 👎

  • @florjantrepca
    @florjantrepca 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ford shit car and MB not good ,VW good choice

    • @terrificspokesman7416
      @terrificspokesman7416 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nah the 2.0 Tdi has had major problems

    • @tesla_models
      @tesla_models 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nope vw is a shit car. Ford is goid but mercedes is the best