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BMW Z4 vs Mercedes Citan comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (43,500 £ vs 22,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW Z4 or Mercedes Citan?

BMW Z4 vs Mercedes Citan: Key differences

BMW Z4

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
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Mercedes Citan

  • significantly cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • considerably more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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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 BMW Z4 costs 43,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,014 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes Citan uses 5.2 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the BMW Z4 with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.7 L/100km.

Citan

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 BMW Z4 offers considerably 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 BMW Z4 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Mercedes Citan takes 13 s. That’s about 8.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW Z4 delivers significantly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 230 Nm more.

Z4

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 2.

In terms of curb weight, BMW Z4 is very slightly lighter – 1,510 kg compared to 1,556 kg. The difference is around 46 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Citan offers considerably more boot space – 551 L compared to 281 L. That’s a difference of about 270 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan carries considerably more – 644 kg compared to 235 kg. That’s a difference of about 409 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW Z4 is clearly ahead overall 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 £43,500
Z4

BMW Z4

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 197 - 340 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.9 - 8.5 L/100km
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Reviews BMW Z4

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Maingard
26 Apr 2026, 13:19:10

Responsive car, very high-performing, very agile in corners.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
43,500 - 65,300 £
Price
22,400 - 30,100 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 8.5 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
157 - 191 g/km
co2
0 - 167 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Roadster
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,510 - 1,640 kg
Curb weight
1,556 - 2,010 kg
Trunk capacity
281 L
Trunk capacity
0 - 551 L
Length
-
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Width
1,864 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
1,811 - 1,830 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,979 - 3,660 L
Payload
215 - 235 kg
Payload
485 - 644 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 340 HP
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13 - 15.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Torque
320 - 500 Nm
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
145 - 250 kW
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the BMW Z4 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW Z4 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.

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