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BMW X4 vs Mercedes Citan comparison

Compare performance (510 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (51,900 £ vs 22,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X4 or Mercedes Citan?

BMW X4 vs Mercedes Citan: Key differences

BMW X4

  • considerably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mercedes Citan

  • considerably cheaper
  • somewhat more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
  • barely more trunk space
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

X4

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 considerably cheaper – starting at 22,400 £ , while the BMW X4 costs 51,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 29,414 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes Citan uses 5.2 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the BMW X4 with 6 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.

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 X4 offers considerably more power – delivering 510 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 379 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X4 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Mercedes Citan takes 13 s. That’s about 9.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW X4 is markedly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mercedes Citan tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 67 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW X4 delivers clearly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 430 Nm more.

X4

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 noticeably lighter – 1,556 kg compared to 1,875 kg. The difference is around 319 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Citan offers barely more boot space – 551 L compared to 525 L. That’s a difference of about 26 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Citan offers considerably more capacity – up to 3,660 L, about 2,230 L more than the BMW X4.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan carries somewhat more – 644 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 99 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW X4 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 £51,900
X4

BMW X4

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 184 - 510 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6 - 10.7 L/100km
BMW X4
Mercedes Citan

Costs and Consumption

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BMW X4

The BMW X4 blends coupe-like styling with SUV practicality, giving you a striking profile that never lets you disappear into traffic. It feels planted and keen behind the wheel, and for buyers who crave personality without sacrificing everyday usability, it’s a compelling and slightly mischievous choice.

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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 X4
Mercedes Citan

Costs and Consumption

Price
51,900 - 93,000 £
Price
22,400 - 30,100 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 10.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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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
156 - 244 g/km
co2
0 - 167 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
65 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,875 - 2,095 kg
Curb weight
1,556 - 2,010 kg
Trunk capacity
525 L
Trunk capacity
0 - 551 L
Length
4,751 - 4,754 mm
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Width
1,918 - 1,938 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
1,620 - 1,621 mm
Height
1,811 - 1,830 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
Max trunk capacity
1,979 - 3,660 L
Payload
415 - 545 kg
Payload
485 - 644 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manual, 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
184 - 510 HP
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13 - 15.5 s
Max Speed
213 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Torque
300 - 700 Nm
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 - 375 kW
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3

General

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