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Cadillac VISTIQ vs Mercedes Citan comparison

Compare performance (615 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (85,400 £ vs 22,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Cadillac VISTIQ or Mercedes Citan?

Cadillac VISTIQ vs Mercedes Citan: Key differences

Cadillac VISTIQ

  • substantially more power
  • noticeably more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mercedes Citan

  • substantially cheaper
  • somewhat more efficient
  • considerably lighter
  • considerably more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

VISTIQ

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes Citan is substantially cheaper – starting at 22,400 £ , while the Cadillac VISTIQ costs 85,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 62,962 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes Citan is somewhat more efficient: consuming 19.3 kWh/100km compared to 21.8 kWh/100km for the Cadillac VISTIQ. That’s a difference of about 2.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Cadillac VISTIQ offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 460 km, about 180 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 Cadillac VISTIQ offers substantially more power – delivering 615 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 484 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Cadillac VISTIQ is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Mercedes Citan takes 13 s. That’s about 9.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Cadillac VISTIQ delivers clearly more torque with 880 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 610 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Cadillac VISTIQ offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Citan is considerably lighter – 1,556 kg compared to 2,899 kg. The difference is around 1,343 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Citan offers considerably more boot space – 551 L compared to 297 L. That’s a difference of about 254 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan carries somewhat more – 644 kg compared to 576 kg. That’s a difference of about 68 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Cadillac VISTIQ 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 £85,400
VISTIQ

Cadillac VISTIQ

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 615 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 21.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 460 km
Cadillac VISTIQ
Mercedes Citan

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Cadillac VISTIQ

The Cadillac Vistiq stands out in the luxury electric vehicle segment with its bold design and cutting-edge technology. It captures attention with a sleek, aerodynamic silhouette, complemented by a refined, high-end interior that exudes sophistication. Combining performance with sustainable innovation, the Vistiq represents Cadillac's commitment to a greener future without compromising on luxury.

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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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Cadillac VISTIQ
Mercedes Citan

Costs and Consumption

Price
85,400 - 97,400 £
Price
22,400 - 30,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 20.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
460 km
Electric Range
265 - 280 km
Battery Capacity
-
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
SUV
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
6 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,899 kg
Curb weight
1,556 - 2,010 kg
Trunk capacity
297 L
Trunk capacity
0 - 551 L
Length
-
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Width
2,026 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
1,811 - 1,830 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,979 - 3,660 L
Payload
576 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
615 HP
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13 - 15.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Torque
880 Nm
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
452 kW
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
Brand
Cadillac
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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