Compare performance (180 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (34,800 £ vs 36,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen Spacetourer or Mercedes Vito Bus?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
Citroen Spacetourer is barely cheaper – starting at 34,800 £ , while the Mercedes Vito Bus costs 36,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,505 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes Vito Bus uses 6.7 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Citroen Spacetourer with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.
In terms of energy consumption, the Citroen Spacetourer is slightly more efficient: consuming 23.7 kWh/100km compared to 26.7 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Vito Bus. That’s a difference of about 3 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes Vito Bus offers marginally more range – reaching up to 370 km, about 19 km more than the Citroen Spacetourer.
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 Mercedes Vito Bus offers clearly more power – delivering 237 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 57 HP more horsepower.
Looking at top speed, the Citroen Spacetourer is clearly faster – reaching 185 km/h, while the Mercedes Vito Bus tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 45 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Vito Bus delivers moderately more torque with 500 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Citroen Spacetourer offers more seats – 9 vs 8.
In terms of curb weight, Citroen Spacetourer is very slightly lighter – 1,953 kg compared to 2,023 kg. The difference is around 70 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Citroen Spacetourer offers clearly more boot space – 2,011 L compared to 1,390 L. That’s a difference of about 621 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Vito Bus offers noticeably more capacity – up to 4,990 L, about 1,690 L more than the Citroen Spacetourer.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Vito Bus carries somewhat more – 1,077 kg compared to 914 kg. That’s a difference of about 163 kg.
The Mercedes Vito Bus holds a narrow 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.
The Citroën SpaceTourer is a quietly practical people carrier that turns the chaos of family transport into a calm, sensible experience. With clever interior packaging and a relaxed ride it makes long trips surprisingly pleasant — even the backseat critics might stop grumbling.
detailsThe Mercedes Vito is a sturdy, no-nonsense people carrier that blends commercial practicality with a surprisingly civilised cabin, making long shuttles feel less like a chore. If you need a dependable transporter that swallows luggage, forgives hard use and still looks a touch more premium than a plain van, the Vito is an easy, sensible pick.
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Price
34,800 - 52,100 £
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Price
36,300 - 55,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 10 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
23.7 - 24.4 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
26.7 - 26.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
217 - 351 km
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Electric Range
248 - 370 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
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co2
0 - 180 g/km
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co2
0 - 228 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
Bus
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Seats
8 - 9
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Seats
8
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1,953 - 2,240 kg
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Curb weight
2,023 - 2,739 kg
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Trunk capacity
1,624 - 2,011 L
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Trunk capacity
580 - 1,390 L
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Length
4,983 - 5,333 mm
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Length
4,895 - 5,370 mm
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Width
1,920 mm
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Width
1,928 mm
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Height
1,890 mm
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Height
1,890 mm
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Max trunk capacity
2,700 - 3,300 L
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Max trunk capacity
4,190 - 4,990 L
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Payload
850 - 914 kg
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Payload
726 - 1,077 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
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Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 - 180 HP
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Power HP
136 - 237 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11 - 12.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Max Speed
130 - 185 km/h
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Max Speed
140 km/h
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Torque
260 - 400 Nm
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Torque
330 - 500 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
100 - 132 kW
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Power kW
100 - 174 kW
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Engine capacity
2,184 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, 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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