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Ford Puma vs Mercedes Citan Transporter comparison

Compare performance (168 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (23,900 £ vs 21,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Puma or Mercedes Citan Transporter?

Ford Puma vs Mercedes Citan Transporter: Key differences

Ford Puma

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  • clearly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • noticeably more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
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Mercedes Citan Transporter

  • very slightly cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
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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

Puma

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes Citan Transporter is very slightly cheaper – starting at 21,700 £ , while the Ford Puma costs 23,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,173 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes Citan Transporter uses 5.1 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Ford Puma with 5.4 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Ford Puma is considerably more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 18.7 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Citan Transporter. That’s a difference of about 5.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Ford Puma offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 417 km, about 127 km more than the Mercedes Citan Transporter.

Citan Transporter

Engine and Performance:

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 Ford Puma offers clearly more power – delivering 168 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 37 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Puma is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Mercedes Citan Transporter takes 11.7 s. That’s about 4.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Puma delivers barely more torque with 290 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.

Puma

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, Ford Puma is very slightly lighter – 1,316 kg compared to 1,381 kg. The difference is around 65 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan Transporter carries considerably more – 787 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 318 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Puma is far ahead 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 £23,900
Puma

Ford Puma

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 125 - 168 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.4 - 5.9 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13 - 13.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 404 - 417 km
Ford Puma
Mercedes Citan Transporter

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Ford Puma

The Ford Puma blends sporty styling with practical everyday usability, making it a smart choice for drivers who want flair without sacrificing versatility. Its engaging driving character and clever interior packaging give it a more dynamic and useful feel than many rivals.

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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 Puma
Mercedes Citan Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
23,900 - 36,300 £
Price
21,700 - 33,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 13.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 21.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
404 - 417 km
Electric Range
262 - 290 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
co2
0 - 135 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
1,316 - 1,563 kg
Curb weight
1,381 - 1,939 kg
Trunk capacity
456 - 523 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Width
1,805 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,900 - 3,620 L
Payload
367 - 469 kg
Payload
449 - 787 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
125 - 168 HP
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.7 - 13.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Torque
170 - 290 Nm
Torque
240 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
92 - 124 kW
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, A
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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