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Ford Tourneo Connect vs Mercedes Citan Transporter - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (150 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (27300 £ vs 21700 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Tourneo Connect or Mercedes Citan Transporter?

Ford Tourneo Connect

Mercedes Citan Transporter

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

Tourneo Connect

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 has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21700 £, while the Ford Tourneo Connect costs 27300 £. That’s a price difference of around 5601 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Ford Tourneo Connect manages with 0.50 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Mercedes Citan Transporter with 5.10 L. The difference is about 4.60 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Mercedes Citan Transporter performs significantly better – achieving up to 290 km, about 171 km more than the Ford Tourneo Connect.

Tourneo Connect

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 Tourneo Connect has a slightly edge – offering 150 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 19 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Tourneo Connect is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 10.10 s, while the Mercedes Citan Transporter takes 11.70 s. That’s about 1.60 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Tourneo Connect pulls evident stronger with 350 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm difference.

Tourneo Connect

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Mercedes Citan Transporter is slightly lighter – 1381 kg compared to 1542 kg. The difference is around 161 kg.

When it comes to payload, Ford Tourneo Connect hardly perceptible takes the win – 818 kg compared to 787 kg. That’s a difference of about 31 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Ford Tourneo Connect proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Ford Tourneo Connect is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £27,300
Tourneo Connect

Ford Tourneo Connect

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.5 - 6.9 L
  • Electric Range : 116 - 119 km
Ford Tourneo Connect
Mercedes Citan Transporter

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Ford Tourneo Connect

The Ford Tourneo Connect is a practical, surprisingly polished people-mover that balances family-friendly flexibility with car-like driving manners. With clever storage, sliding doors and a bright, airy cabin it’s a smart choice for buyers who want sensible versatility without sacrificing everyday comfort — and it’s oddly enjoyable to drive for its size.

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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 Tourneo Connect
Mercedes Citan Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
27300 - 41900 £
Price
21700 - 33300 £
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.9 L
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 21.1 kWh
Electric Range
116 - 119 km
Electric Range
262 - 290 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
co2
11 - 164 g/km
co2
0 - 156 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1542 - 1781 kg
Curb weight
1381 - 1939 kg
Trunk capacity
1213 - 1720 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
4498 - 4922 mm
Width
1855 mm
Width
1859 mm
Height
-
Height
1819 - 1830 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2900 - 3620 L
Payload
563 - 818 kg
Payload
449 - 787 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 150 HP
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.1 - 13.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.7 - 13.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Torque
220 - 350 Nm
Torque
240 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
75 - 110 kW
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1461 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2021 - 2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, A
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the Ford Tourneo Connect offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.