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Ford Mustang Mach-E vs Mercedes Citan Transporter comparison

Compare performance (487 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (48,400 £ vs 21,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Mustang Mach-E or Mercedes Citan Transporter?

Ford Mustang Mach-E vs Mercedes Citan Transporter: Key differences

Ford Mustang Mach-E

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  • significantly more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • substantially more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mercedes Citan Transporter

  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially 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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Mustang Mach-E

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 substantially cheaper – starting at 21,700 £ , while the Ford Mustang Mach-E costs 48,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,687 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Ford Mustang Mach-E is only slightly more efficient: consuming 17.7 kWh/100km compared to 18.7 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Citan Transporter. That’s a difference of about 1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Ford Mustang Mach-E offers substantially more range – reaching up to 600 km, about 310 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 Mustang Mach-E offers significantly more power – delivering 487 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 356 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Mustang Mach-E is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Mercedes Citan Transporter takes 11.7 s. That’s about 7.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Mustang Mach-E delivers substantially more torque with 950 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 680 Nm more.

Mustang Mach-E

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, Mercedes Citan Transporter is substantially lighter – 1,381 kg compared to 2,161 kg. The difference is around 780 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan Transporter carries considerably more – 787 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 337 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Mustang Mach-E 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.

from £48,400
Mustang Mach-E

Ford Mustang Mach-E

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 268 - 487 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.7 - 21 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 470 - 600 km
Ford Mustang Mach-E
Mercedes Citan Transporter

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Dimensions and Body

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Ford Mustang Mach-E

The Mustang Mach-E proves an electric SUV can be both playful and practical, with the Mustang name bringing muscle-car charisma to a family-friendly package. It delivers eager performance, a comfortable cabin, and a slick infotainment setup that keeps daily driving fun — and yes, you’ll still get admiring glances at the lights.

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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 Mustang Mach-E
Mercedes Citan Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
48,400 - 66,900 £
Price
21,700 - 33,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 - 21 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 21.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
470 - 600 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
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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
2,161 - 2,351 kg
Curb weight
1,381 - 1,939 kg
Trunk capacity
519 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Width
1,881 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
368 - 450 kg
Payload
449 - 787 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, 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
268 - 487 HP
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.7 - 13.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Torque
525 - 950 Nm
Torque
240 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
197 - 358 kW
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
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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