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DS Automobiles DS 7 vs Mercedes Citan Transporter comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (41,900 £ vs 21,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 7 or Mercedes Citan Transporter?

DS Automobiles DS 7 vs Mercedes Citan Transporter: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 7

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Mercedes Citan Transporter

  • considerably cheaper
  • only slightly more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter

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

DS 7

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mercedes Citan Transporter is considerably cheaper – starting at 21,700 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 7 costs 41,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,181 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes Citan Transporter uses 5.1 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 7 with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.

Citan Transporter

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes Citan Transporter offers only slightly more power – delivering 131 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 1 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes Citan Transporter is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 11.7 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 7 takes 11.9 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 7 delivers only slightly more torque with 300 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.

DS 7

Space and Everyday Use:

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 terms of curb weight, Mercedes Citan Transporter is moderately lighter – 1,381 kg compared to 1,651 kg. The difference is around 270 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan Transporter carries considerably more – 787 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 388 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Citan Transporter is clearly superior 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.

from £21,700
Citan Transporter

Mercedes Citan Transporter

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 95 - 131 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.7 - 21.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 262 - 290 km
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The DS 7 wraps Parisian elegance into SUV practicality, with sculpted surfaces, a jewel-like grille and an interior that feels more boutique lounge than family transporter. It appeals to buyers who want style and comfort without shouting, delivering a refined ride and clever tech that make daily driving feel a little more special — and yes, it’ll turn heads in the school run.

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The Mercedes Citan is a practical, city-friendly van that blends Mercedes' premium touches with sensible commercial utility — it's nimble in tight streets, easy to load, and feels more polished than its price suggests. For small-business owners who want something professional-looking without fuss, the Citan is a dependable workhorse that won’t embarrass you at client meetings and is surprisingly pleasant to drive.

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Mercedes Citan Transporter

Costs and Consumption
Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
Price
21,700 - 33,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 21.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
262 - 290 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
co2
145 g/km
co2
0 - 156 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1,651 kg
Curb weight
1,381 - 1,939 kg
Trunk capacity
555 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Width
1,891 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,900 - 3,620 L
Payload
399 kg
Payload
449 - 787 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.7 - 13.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
240 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, A
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the DS Automobiles DS 7 offered with different drivetrains?

The DS Automobiles DS 7 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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