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Audi e-tron GT vs Mercedes Citan comparison

Compare performance (843 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (93,300 £ vs 22,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi e-tron GT or Mercedes Citan?

Audi e-tron GT vs Mercedes Citan: Key differences

Audi e-tron GT

  • substantially more power
  • barely more efficient
  • significantly more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mercedes Citan

  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

e-tron GT

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mercedes Citan is considerably cheaper – starting at 22,400 £ , while the Audi e-tron GT costs 93,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 70,899 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Audi e-tron GT is barely more efficient: consuming 17.9 kWh/100km compared to 19.3 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Citan. That’s a difference of about 1.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Audi e-tron GT offers significantly more range – reaching up to 617 km, about 337 km more than the Mercedes Citan.

Citan

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi e-tron GT offers substantially more power – delivering 843 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 712 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi e-tron GT is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.9 s, while the Mercedes Citan takes 13 s. That’s about 10.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi e-tron GT delivers considerably more torque with 1,027 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 757 Nm more.

e-tron GT

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

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

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Citan is substantially lighter – 1,556 kg compared to 2,355 kg. The difference is around 799 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Citan offers visibly more boot space – 551 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 146 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan carries noticeably more – 644 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 159 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi e-tron GT stands well ahead of its rival 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 £93,300
e-tron GT

Audi e-tron GT

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 503 - 843 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.9 - 19 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 582 - 617 km
Audi e-tron GT
Mercedes Citan

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Audi e-tron GT

The Audi e-tron GT is a striking electric grand tourer that blends dramatic, low-slung styling with the hushed refinement of a luxury saloon. Behind the beautiful skin you'll find a driver-focused cabin and brisk, silent performance that makes daily commutes feel like auditioning for a weekend road trip — and yes, it manages to be both serious and a little bit smug about it.

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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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Audi e-tron GT
Mercedes Citan

Costs and Consumption

Price
93,300 - 137,600 £
Price
22,400 - 30,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.9 - 19 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 20.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
582 - 617 km
Electric Range
265 - 280 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
45 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 167 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,355 - 2,395 kg
Curb weight
1,556 - 2,010 kg
Trunk capacity
350 - 405 L
Trunk capacity
0 - 551 L
Length
-
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Width
1,964 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
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Height
1,811 - 1,830 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,979 - 3,660 L
Payload
455 - 485 kg
Payload
485 - 644 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
503 - 843 HP
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.9 - 4.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13 - 15.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Torque
625 - 1,027 Nm
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
370 - 620 kW
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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