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Dacia Duster vs Mercedes Citan - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (158 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (16300 £ vs 22400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Duster or Mercedes Citan?

Dacia Duster

5 (2 Reviews)
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Mercedes Citan

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

Duster

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Dacia Duster has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16300 £ , while the Mercedes Citan costs 22400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6166 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Dacia Duster manages with 4.70 L and is therefore slightly more efficient than the Mercedes Citan with 5.20 L. The difference is about 0.50 L per 100 km.

Duster

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 Dacia Duster has a somewhat edge – offering 158 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Dacia Duster is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 9.40 s, while the Mercedes Citan takes 13 s. That’s about 3.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes Citan performs barely noticeable better – reaching 183 km/h, while the Dacia Duster tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 3 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes Citan pulls somewhat stronger with 270 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm difference.

Duster

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Dacia Duster is a bit lighter – 1377 kg compared to 1556 kg. The difference is around 179 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes Citan offers slight more room – 551 L compared to 517 L. That’s a difference of about 34 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Citan performs convincingly better – up to 3660 L, which is about 2051 L more than the Dacia Duster.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes Citan noticeable takes the win – 644 kg compared to 453 kg. That’s a difference of about 191 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes Citan proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes Citan is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Mercedes Citan

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 95 - 131 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.2 - 7.4 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.3 - 20.7 kWh
  • Electric Range : 265 - 280 km
Dacia Duster
Mercedes Citan

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Dacia Duster

5 (2 Reviews)
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The Dacia Duster is a no-nonsense compact SUV that delivers rugged practicality and surprisingly comfortable everyday driving without fuss. It might not win any beauty contests, but its honest design, easy-to-live-with cabin and tough attitude make it a smart pick for buyers who want reliable transport without luxury frills.

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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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Dacia Duster
Mercedes Citan

Costs and Consumption

Price
16300 - 24900 £
Price
22400 - 30100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 7.5 L
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 20.7 kWh
Electric Range
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Electric Range
265 - 280 km
Battery Capacity
0.60 kWh
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
co2
107 - 124 g/km
co2
0 - 167 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1377 - 1455 kg
Curb weight
1556 - 2010 kg
Trunk capacity
348 - 517 L
Trunk capacity
0 - 551 L
Length
4343 mm
Length
4498 - 4922 mm
Width
1813 mm
Width
1859 mm
Height
1656 - 1659 mm
Height
1811 - 1830 mm
Max trunk capacity
1414 - 1609 L
Max trunk capacity
1979 - 3660 L
Payload
450 - 453 kg
Payload
485 - 644 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, LPG
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.4 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13 - 15.5 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Torque
190 - 230 Nm
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1789 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1461 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2021 - 2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
Brand
Dacia
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the Dacia Duster have?

The Dacia Duster is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.