Compare performance (300 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (31800 £ vs 22400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Leon or Mercedes Citan?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mercedes Citan has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 22400 £ , while the CUPRA Leon costs 31800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9314 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: CUPRA Leon manages with 1.30 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Mercedes Citan with 5.20 L. The difference is about 3.90 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes Citan performs clearly better – achieving up to 280 km, about 149 km more than the CUPRA Leon.
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 CUPRA Leon has a clearly edge – offering 300 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 169 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Leon is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.70 s, while the Mercedes Citan takes 13 s. That’s about 7.30 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Leon performs clearly perceptible better – 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: CUPRA Leon pulls distinct stronger with 400 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, CUPRA Leon is to a small extent lighter – 1371 kg compared to 1556 kg. The difference is around 185 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes Citan offers noticeable more room – 551 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 171 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Citan performs decisively better – up to 3660 L, which is about 2359 L more than the CUPRA Leon.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes Citan distinct takes the win – 644 kg compared to 483 kg. That’s a difference of about 161 kg.
The CUPRA Leon is far 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.
The Cupra Leon blends sporting intent with everyday practicality, serving up sharp handling and a cabin that feels more premium than its hatchback looks might suggest. It's a driver's car in commuter clothing — lively, distinctive, and clever enough to make daily driving feel a little less routine without screaming for attention.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
31800 - 49200 £
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Price
22400 - 30100 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.7 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.4 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 20.7 kWh
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Electric Range
124 - 131 km
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Electric Range
265 - 280 km
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
45 kWh
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co2
28 - 175 g/km
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co2
0 - 167 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
54 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1371 - 1708 kg
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Curb weight
1556 - 2010 kg
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Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
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Trunk capacity
0 - 551 L
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Length
4398 - 4399 mm
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Length
4498 - 4922 mm
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Width
1799 mm
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Width
1859 mm
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Height
1444 - 1467 mm
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Height
1811 - 1830 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1191 - 1301 L
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Max trunk capacity
1979 - 3660 L
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Payload
432 - 483 kg
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Payload
485 - 644 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 300 HP
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Power HP
95 - 131 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 8.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
13 - 15.5 s
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Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
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Torque
200 - 270 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
110 - 221 kW
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Power kW
70 - 96 kW
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1461 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2021 - 2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
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Brand
CUPRA
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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The CUPRA Leon is available as Front-Wheel Drive.