Compare performance (95 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (16,800 £ vs 21,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat Fiorino Qubo Van or Mercedes Citan 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.
Fiat Fiorino Qubo Van is markedly cheaper – starting at 16,800 £ , while the Mercedes Citan Transporter costs 21,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,962 £.
Both cars consume an average of 5.1 L/100km – no difference here.
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 Citan Transporter offers markedly more power – delivering 131 HP compared to 95 HP. That’s roughly 36 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes Citan Transporter is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 11.7 s, while the Fiat Fiorino Qubo Van takes 11.9 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Mercedes Citan Transporter is marginally faster – reaching 183 km/h, while the Fiat Fiorino Qubo Van tops out at 167 km/h. The difference is around 16 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Citan Transporter delivers noticeably more torque with 270 Nm compared to 200 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm more.
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 Citan Transporter offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Fiat Fiorino Qubo Van is only slightly lighter – 1,285 kg compared to 1,381 kg. The difference is around 96 kg.
For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Citan Transporter offers markedly more capacity – up to 3,620 L, about 1,120 L more than the Fiat Fiorino Qubo Van.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan Transporter carries clearly more – 787 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 252 kg.
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.
The Fiat Qubo van is a compact urban workhorse that hides an impressively practical load area behind deceptively small proportions, making tight city streets and parking a breeze. It’s not flashy, but its sensible layout, easy-to-live-with character and wallet-friendly running make it a solid pick for anyone needing dependable everyday practicality without fuss.
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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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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
16,800 - 17,100 £
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Price
21,700 - 33,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 21.1 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
262 - 290 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
45 kWh
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co2
133 g/km
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co2
0 - 156 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
45 L
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Fuel tank capacity
54 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Seats
2
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Seats
2 - 5
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Doors
3
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Doors
4 - 5
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Curb weight
1,285 kg
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Curb weight
1,381 - 1,939 kg
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Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
3,957 mm
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Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
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Width
1,716 mm
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Width
1,859 mm
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Height
1,721 mm
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Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
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Max trunk capacity
2,500 L
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Max trunk capacity
2,900 - 3,620 L
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Payload
535 kg
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Payload
449 - 787 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
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Transmission
Manuel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
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
80 - 95 HP
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Power HP
95 - 131 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 - 13.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.7 - 13.8 s
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Max Speed
162 - 167 km/h
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Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
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Torque
190 - 200 Nm
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Torque
240 - 270 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
59 - 70 kW
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Power kW
70 - 96 kW
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Engine capacity
1,248 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2016
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, A
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Brand
Fiat
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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