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BMW 7 Series vs Mercedes Citan comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (102,800 £ vs 22,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 7 Series or Mercedes Citan?

BMW 7 Series vs Mercedes Citan: Key differences

BMW 7 Series

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

  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • considerably lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

7 Series

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 BMW 7 Series costs 102,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 80,328 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 7 Series uses 3.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Mercedes Citan with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes Citan offers considerably more range – reaching up to 280 km, about 200 km more than the BMW 7 Series.

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 BMW 7 Series offers clearly more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 440 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 7 Series is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the Mercedes Citan takes 13 s. That’s about 8.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 7 Series delivers considerably more torque with 800 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 530 Nm more.

7 Series

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Citan is considerably lighter – 1,556 kg compared to 2,255 kg. The difference is around 699 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Citan offers very slightly more boot space – 551 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 11 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 7 Series carries very slightly more – 665 kg compared to 644 kg. That’s a difference of about 21 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Citan is barely ahead 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
BMW 7 Series
Mercedes Citan

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BMW 7 Series

The BMW 7 Series is a flagship that balances whisper-quiet luxury with a driver's focus, wrapping advanced tech and plush comfort in a sleek, authoritative presence. It’s the kind of car that navigates city traffic and open roads with equal poise, offering a grown-up alternative for buyers who demand refinement without losing a little driving fun.

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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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BMW 7 Series
Mercedes Citan

Costs and Consumption

Price
102,800 - 128,700 £
Price
22,400 - 30,100 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 6.1 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
80 km
Electric Range
265 - 280 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
co2
74 - 160 g/km
co2
0 - 167 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,255 - 2,525 kg
Curb weight
1,556 - 2,010 kg
Trunk capacity
525 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
0 - 551 L
Length
-
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Width
1,950 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
1,811 - 1,830 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,979 - 3,660 L
Payload
605 - 665 kg
Payload
485 - 644 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
300 - 571 HP
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13 - 15.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Torque
670 - 800 Nm
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
220 - 420 kW
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3

General

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