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Audi Q4 e-tron vs Mercedes Citan Transporter comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (40,700 £ vs 21,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q4 e-tron or Mercedes Citan Transporter?

Audi Q4 e-tron vs Mercedes Citan Transporter: Key differences

Audi Q4 e-tron

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  • substantially more power
  • markedly more efficient
  • considerably more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mercedes Citan Transporter

  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Q4 e-tron

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes Citan Transporter is significantly cheaper – starting at 21,700 £ , while the Audi Q4 e-tron costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,973 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Audi Q4 e-tron is markedly more efficient: consuming 14.8 kWh/100km compared to 18.7 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Citan Transporter. That’s a difference of about 3.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Audi Q4 e-tron offers considerably more range – reaching up to 592 km, about 302 km more than the Mercedes Citan Transporter.

Citan Transporter

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi Q4 e-tron offers substantially more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 209 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q4 e-tron is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Mercedes Citan Transporter takes 11.7 s. That’s about 6.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q4 e-tron delivers considerably more torque with 679 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 409 Nm more.

Q4 e-tron

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Citan Transporter is clearly lighter – 1,381 kg compared to 2,035 kg. The difference is around 654 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan Transporter carries clearly more – 787 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 272 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q4 e-tron 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 £40,700
Q4 e-tron

Audi Q4 e-tron

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 204 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.8 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 440 - 592 km
Audi Q4 e-tron
Mercedes Citan Transporter

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Audi Q4 e-tron

The Audi Q4 e-tron brings Audi polish into the electric crossover scene, pairing a sleek exterior with a refined, airy interior that makes everyday driving feel distinctly premium. It’s an easy-to-live-with EV that balances comfort and real-world usability with intuitive tech, making it a smart choice for buyers who want electric mobility without giving up Audi character — and yes, it still looks good in the driveway.

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Mercedes Citan Transporter

The Mercedes Citan is a practical, city-friendly van that blends Mercedes' premium touches with sensible commercial utility — it's nimble in tight streets, easy to load, and feels more polished than its price suggests. For small-business owners who want something professional-looking without fuss, the Citan is a dependable workhorse that won’t embarrass you at client meetings and is surprisingly pleasant to drive.

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Audi Q4 e-tron
Mercedes Citan Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
40,700 - 53,100 £
Price
21,700 - 33,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 21.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
440 - 592 km
Electric Range
262 - 290 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 156 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
2,035 - 2,235 kg
Curb weight
1,381 - 1,939 kg
Trunk capacity
515 - 535 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,900 - 3,620 L
Payload
505 - 515 kg
Payload
449 - 787 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 340 HP
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.7 - 13.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Torque
240 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 250 kW
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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