Compare the2023 Mercedes Metris CargoVS 2023 Ford E-Transit

Both the Metris Cargo and the E-Transit have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, front side-impact airbags, side-impact head airbags, front seatbelt pretensioners, height adjustable front shoulder belts, four-wheel antilock brakes, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding, collision warning systems, rearview cameras, driver alert monitors, available crash mitigating brakes, lane departure warning systems, blind spot warning systems and rear parking sensors.

From surveys of all its subscribers, Consumer Reports’ January 2021 Auto Issue reports that Mercedes vehicles are more reliable than Ford vehicles. Consumer Reports ranks Mercedes 2 places higher in reliability than Ford.

The Metris Cargo’s standard tires provide better handling because they have a lower 60 series profile (height to width ratio) that provides a stiffer sidewall than the E-Transit’s standard 65 series tires. The Metris Cargo’s optional tires have a lower 55 series profile than the E-Transit’s 65 series tires.

For better load carrying, ride, handling and brake cooling the Metris Cargo offers optional 17-inch wheels. The E-Transit’s largest wheels are only 16-inches.

For better maneuverability, the Metris Cargo’s turning circle is tighter than the E-Transit’s:

The Mercedes Metris Cargo may be more efficient, handle and accelerate better because it weighs about 1500 to 2000 pounds less than the Ford E-Transit.

The Metris Cargo is shorter than the E-Transit, making the Metris Cargo easier to handle, maneuver and park in tight spaces:

The Metris Cargo is 5.4 inches narrower than the E-Transit, making the Metris Cargo easier to handle and maneuver in traffic.

The Metris Cargo is 7 inches shorter in height than the E-Transit, making the Metris Cargo much easier to wash and garage and drive (lower center of gravity).

The Metris Cargo’s available liftgate lifts up in one piece, completely out of the way of loading and unloading, while sheltering the cargo loading area. The E-Transit’s two swing out doors impair rear visibility, need a lot of clearance, and can block loading in tight quarters.

To make loading and unloading groceries and cargo easier, especially for short adults, the Metris Cargo offers an optional power cargo door, which opens and closes automatically by pressing a button. The E-Transit doesn’t offer a power cargo door.

The Metris Cargo has a 5000 lbs. towing capacity. The E-Transit has no towing capacity.

Standard Trailer Stability Assist on the Metris Cargo uses the Electronic Stability Program sensors to detect trailer sway, then uses individual brakes to counteract any swaying and help keep the tow vehicle and trailer steady. The E-Transit doesn’t offer electronic trailer sway control.

The Metris Cargo’s front power windows open or close fully with one touch of the switches, making it more convenient at drive-up windows and toll booths, or when talking with someone outside the car. The E-Transit’s passenger windows don’t open or close automatically.

If the front windows are left open on the Metris Cargo the driver can close them from a distance using the remote (remote must be aimed at door sensor). On a hot day the driver can also lower the windows the same way. The driver of the E-Transit can only operate the windows from inside the vehicle, with the ignition on.

The Metris Cargo has a standard locking fuel door with a remote release located convenient to the driver. A locking fuel door helps prevent fuel theft and vandalism, such as sugar in the tank. The E-Transit doesn’t offer a locking charge port.

Heated windshield washer nozzles are optional on the Metris Cargo to prevent washer fluid and nozzles from freezing and help continue to keep the windshield clear in sub-freezing temperatures. The E-Transit doesn’t offer heated windshield washer nozzles.

To improve rear visibility by keeping the rear window clear, the Metris Cargo offers an optional rear wiper. The E-Transit doesn’t offer a rear wiper.

The Metris Cargo’s optional power mirror controls are mounted on the armrest for easy access. The E-Transit’s power mirror controls are on the dash where they are possibly hidden by the steering wheel and are awkward to manipulate.

The Metris Cargo offers optional heated front seats, which keep the driver and front passenger extremely comfortable in the winter. Heated seats aren’t available in the E-Transit.

The Metris Cargo’s optional dual zone air conditioning allows the driver and front passenger to choose two completely different temperatures so people with different temperature preferences won’t have to compromise. This makes both the driver and front passenger as comfortable as possible. The E-Transit doesn’t offer dual zone air conditioning.

The Metris Cargo’s standard automatic temperature control maintains the temperature you set to maintain a consistent, comfortable environment. The E-Transit doesn’t offer automatic air conditioning.