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Ford Focus vs Mercedes Citan Transporter comparison

Compare performance (280 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (27,500 £ vs 21,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Focus or Mercedes Citan Transporter?

Ford Focus vs Mercedes Citan Transporter: Key differences

Ford Focus

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
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Mercedes Citan Transporter

  • visibly cheaper
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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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Focus

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Mercedes Citan Transporter is visibly cheaper – starting at 21,700 £ , while the Ford Focus costs 27,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,773 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Focus uses 4.9 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the Mercedes Citan Transporter with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

Citan Transporter

Engine and Performance:

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 Ford Focus offers clearly more power – delivering 280 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 149 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Focus is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.7 s, while the Mercedes Citan Transporter takes 11.7 s. That’s about 6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Ford Focus is noticeably faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mercedes Citan Transporter tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 67 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Focus delivers visibly more torque with 420 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm more.

Focus

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Focus is marginally lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 1,381 kg. The difference is around 51 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Citan Transporter offers considerably more capacity – up to 3,620 L, about 2,266 L more than the Ford Focus.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan Transporter carries visibly more – 787 kg compared to 560 kg. That’s a difference of about 227 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Focus holds a decisive overall lead 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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Focus

Ford Focus

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 115 - 280 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 8 L/100km
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Ford Focus

The Ford Focus remains a clever all‑rounder that balances sharp handling with everyday comfort, making it a strong choice whether your commute is city streets or country lanes. Its practical cabin and sensible running costs mean you’ll spend more time enjoying the drive and less time worrying about ownership, with a playful streak underfoot that keeps things interesting.

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Reviews Ford Focus

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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Henk
28 Dec 2025, 23:33:18

Good handling and more than enough pulling power from the 1.5‑litre EcoBoost.

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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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Mercedes Citan Transporter

Costs and Consumption
Price
27,500 - 42,700 £
Price
21,700 - 33,300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 21.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
262 - 290 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
45 kWh
co2
117 - 183 g/km
co2
0 - 156 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 L
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,529 kg
Curb weight
1,381 - 1,939 kg
Trunk capacity
392 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,382 - 4,397 mm
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Width
1,825 - 1,844 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
1,438 - 1,482 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,354 L
Max trunk capacity
2,900 - 3,620 L
Payload
495 - 560 kg
Payload
449 - 787 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.7 - 13.8 s
Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Torque
240 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 2,261 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3

General
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, A
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the Ford Focus offered with different drivetrains?

The Ford Focus is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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