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Ford Capri vs Mercedes Citan Transporter comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (36,300 £ vs 21,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Capri or Mercedes Citan Transporter?

Ford Capri vs Mercedes Citan Transporter: Key differences

Ford Capri

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  • clearly more power
  • markedly more efficient
  • considerably more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mercedes Citan Transporter

  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

Capri

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes Citan Transporter is clearly cheaper – starting at 21,700 £ , while the Ford Capri costs 36,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,601 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Ford Capri is markedly more efficient: consuming 13.8 kWh/100km compared to 18.7 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Citan Transporter. That’s a difference of about 4.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Ford Capri offers considerably more range – reaching up to 627 km, about 337 km more than the Mercedes Citan Transporter.

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 Ford Capri offers clearly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 209 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Capri is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.3 s, while the Mercedes Citan Transporter takes 11.7 s. That’s about 6.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Capri delivers considerably more torque with 679 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 409 Nm more.

Capri

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 significantly lighter – 1,381 kg compared to 2,001 kg. The difference is around 620 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan Transporter carries markedly more – 787 kg compared to 587 kg. That’s a difference of about 200 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Capri is decisively ahead 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.

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Capri

Ford Capri

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 190 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.8 - 16.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 439 - 627 km
Ford Capri
Mercedes Citan Transporter

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Ford Capri

The Ford Capri turned the family car into something cheekily sporty, with a long, rakish profile that still promises fun at a glance. Today it lives on as a lovable classic — easy to tinker with, enjoyable to drive and guaranteed to raise smiles at any meet.

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Mercedes Citan Transporter

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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Ford Capri
Mercedes Citan Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
36,300 - 51,800 £
Price
21,700 - 33,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.8 - 16.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 21.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
439 - 627 km
Electric Range
262 - 290 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
45 kWh
co2
0 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
2,001 - 2,206 kg
Curb weight
1,381 - 1,939 kg
Trunk capacity
572 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
-
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Width
1,872 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
2,900 - 3,620 L
Payload
539 - 587 kg
Payload
449 - 787 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.7 - 13.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Torque
240 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, A
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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