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Aston Martin DB12 vs Mercedes Citan comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (192,900 £ vs 22,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Aston Martin DB12 or Mercedes Citan?

Aston Martin DB12 vs Mercedes Citan: Key differences

Aston Martin DB12

  • significantly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mercedes Citan

  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • somewhat lighter
  • substantially more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

DB12

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mercedes Citan is significantly cheaper – starting at 22,400 £ , while the Aston Martin DB12 costs 192,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 170,414 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes Citan uses 5.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Aston Martin DB12 with 12.2 L/100km. The difference is about 7 L/100km.

Citan

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Aston Martin DB12 offers significantly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 549 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Aston Martin DB12 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Mercedes Citan takes 13 s. That’s about 9.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Aston Martin DB12 delivers substantially more torque with 800 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 530 Nm more.

DB12

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Mercedes Citan offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Citan is somewhat lighter – 1,556 kg compared to 1,788 kg. The difference is around 232 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Citan offers substantially more boot space – 551 L compared to 262 L. That’s a difference of about 289 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Citan holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £22,400
Citan

Mercedes Citan

  • Engine Type Petrol, Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 95 - 131 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.2 - 7.4 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.3 - 20.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 265 - 280 km
Aston Martin DB12
Mercedes Citan

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Aston Martin DB12

The Aston Martin DB12 is a gorgeously styled grand tourer that fuses beguiling elegance with a fiercely driver-focused personality while wrapping occupants in luxury. If you want a car that turns heads on the street and makes long journeys feel like an event, the DB12 provides effortless poise and an intoxicating soundtrack—perfect for buyers who prefer their drama tailored rather than shouty.

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Mercedes Citan

The Mercedes Citan is a clever urban van that dresses sensible practicality in a surprisingly premium suit, making light work of deliveries and family duties without feeling like a workhorse. With a calm, car-like driving feel, clever interior packaging and the Mercedes badge up front, it’s a smart pick for buyers who want function with a touch of luxury and a wink of personality.

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Aston Martin DB12
Mercedes Citan

Costs and Consumption

Price
192,900 - 209,600 £
Price
22,400 - 30,100 £
Consumption L/100km
12.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 20.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
265 - 280 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
45 kWh
co2
276 - 278 g/km
co2
0 - 167 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe, Convertible
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,788 - 1,898 kg
Curb weight
1,556 - 2,010 kg
Trunk capacity
206 - 262 L
Trunk capacity
0 - 551 L
Length
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Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Width
1,980 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
1,811 - 1,830 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,979 - 3,660 L
Payload
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Payload
485 - 644 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
680 HP
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 3.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13 - 15.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Torque
800 Nm
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
500 kW
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
Brand
Aston Martin
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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