Compare performance (150 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (26700 £ vs 21700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Connect or Mercedes Citan Transporter?
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 has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21700 £ , while the Ford Transit Connect costs 26700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4983 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Ford Transit Connect manages with 0.50 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Mercedes Citan Transporter with 5.10 L. The difference is about 4.60 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes Citan Transporter performs significantly better – achieving up to 290 km, about 172 km more than the Ford Transit Connect.
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 Transit Connect has a somewhat 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 Transit Connect is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 11.40 s, while the Mercedes Citan Transporter takes 11.70 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Ford Transit Connect performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 186 km/h, while the Mercedes Citan Transporter tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 3 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Transit Connect pulls noticeable stronger with 350 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm difference.
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 barely noticeable lighter – 1381 kg compared to 1477 kg. The difference is around 96 kg.
In maximum load capacity, the Ford Transit Connect performs barely noticeable better – up to 3700 L, which is about 80 L more than the Mercedes Citan Transporter.
When it comes to payload, Ford Transit Connect barely noticeable takes the win – 792 kg compared to 787 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.
The Ford Transit Connect 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.
The Ford Transit Connect is the go-to compact workhorse for urban professionals who need cargo space without driving a full-size van. It balances practicality and everyday manners with clever storage ideas and a surprisingly comfortable ride, making it a sensible choice for small businesses and families who value function over flair.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
26700 - 41500 £
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Price
21700 - 33300 £
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Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 5.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 21.1 kWh
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Electric Range
118 km
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Electric Range
262 - 290 km
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
45 kWh
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co2
11 - 153 g/km
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co2
0 - 156 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
32 - 50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
54 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Seats
2 - 5
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Seats
2 - 5
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Doors
4
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Doors
4 - 5
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Curb weight
1477 - 1866 kg
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Curb weight
1381 - 1939 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
4500 - 4868 mm
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Length
4498 - 4922 mm
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Width
1855 mm
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Width
1859 mm
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Height
1856 - 1860 mm
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Height
1819 - 1830 mm
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Max trunk capacity
2500 - 3700 L
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Max trunk capacity
2900 - 3620 L
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Payload
602 - 792 kg
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Payload
449 - 787 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
102 - 150 HP
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Power HP
95 - 131 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 13.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.7 - 13.8 s
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Max Speed
175 - 186 km/h
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Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
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Torque
280 - 350 Nm
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Torque
240 - 270 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
75 - 110 kW
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Power kW
70 - 96 kW
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1461 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2021 - 2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, A
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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The Ford Transit Connect is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.