Compare performance (180 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (42800 £ vs 28800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen Holidays or Mercedes Vito Transporter?
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 Vito Transporter has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28800 £ , while the Citroen Holidays costs 42800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14066 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes Vito Transporter manages with 6.80 L and is therefore somewhat more efficient than the Citroen Holidays with 7.90 L. The difference is about 1.10 L per 100 km.
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 Mercedes Vito Transporter has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 237 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 57 HP more horsepower.
In terms of top speed, the Citroen Holidays performs slightly better – reaching 170 km/h, while the Mercedes Vito Transporter tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes Vito Transporter pulls to a small extent stronger with 500 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm difference.
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 Vito Transporter offers somewhat more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.
In curb weight, Mercedes Vito Transporter is somewhat lighter – 1916 kg compared to 2235 kg. The difference is around 319 kg.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes Vito Transporter hardly perceptible takes the win – 884 kg compared to 865 kg. That’s a difference of about 19 kg.
The Mercedes Vito Transporter sits well ahead of its rival 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.
The Citroën Holidays wraps the brand's cheerful French charm into a holiday-ready package, with cosy, flexible interiors and styling that makes every errand feel like the start of a mini break. It won't thrill the petrolhead, but as a clever, easygoing companion for family getaways and weekend escapes it delivers exactly what most buyers want: comfort, personality and a mischievous sense of fun.
detailsThe Mercedes Vito Transporter is a supremely practical workhorse that blends Mercedes refinement with van-like utility, making long days on the road feel surprisingly civilized. With a cleverly thought-out interior and a drive that won’t wear you out, the Vito is the ideal choice for businesses that want capability without sacrificing comfort — and yes, it still looks sharper than most vans at a client meeting.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
42800 - 45400 £
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Price
28800 - 51600 £
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Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 8.1 L
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Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 9.7 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 26.5 kWh
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
304 - 474 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
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co2
208 - 211 g/km
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co2
0 - 222 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
70 L
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Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Seats
4
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Seats
2 - 5
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
2235 kg
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Curb weight
1916 - 2518 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
4981 mm
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Length
4895 - 5390 mm
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Width
2010 mm
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Width
1928 mm
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Height
1990 mm
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Height
1910 - 1945 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
3100 - 6600 L
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Payload
865 kg
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Payload
547 - 884 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 180 HP
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Power HP
102 - 237 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Max Speed
170 km/h
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Max Speed
120 - 140 km/h
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Torque
370 - 400 Nm
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Torque
270 - 500 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
110 - 132 kW
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Power kW
75 - 174 kW
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Engine capacity
2184 cm3
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Engine capacity
1950 - 1999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.