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Ford Transit Courier vs Mercedes Citan - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (136 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (18900 £ vs 22400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Courier or Mercedes Citan?

Ford Transit Courier

Mercedes Citan

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

Transit Courier

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Ford Transit Courier has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 18900 £ , while the Mercedes Citan costs 22400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3522 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Ford Transit Courier manages with 5.10 L and is therefore slight more efficient than the Mercedes Citan with 5.20 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Ford Transit Courier: with 17.10 kWh per 100 km, it’s to a small extent more efficient than the Mercedes Citan with 19.30 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.20 kWh.

As for electric range, the Ford Transit Courier performs minimal better – achieving up to 293 km, about 13 km more than the Mercedes Citan.

Transit Courier

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 Transit Courier has a barely noticeable edge – offering 136 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 5 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Transit Courier pulls minimal stronger with 290 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm difference.

Transit Courier

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 curb weight, Ford Transit Courier is clearly perceptible lighter – 1230 kg compared to 1556 kg. The difference is around 326 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Citan performs evident better – up to 3660 L, which is about 760 L more than the Ford Transit Courier.

When it comes to payload, Ford Transit Courier minimal takes the win – 710 kg compared to 644 kg. That’s a difference of about 66 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Transit Courier leads convincingly 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.

Ford Transit Courier
Mercedes Citan

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Transit Courier

Ford Transit Courier

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 100 - 136 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.1 - 6.9 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.10 kWh
  • Electric Range : 293 km

Ford Transit Courier

The Ford Transit Courier is a compact, city-friendly van that hides surprising practicality behind a neat, no-nonsense exterior. Ideal for small businesses and urban runs, it pairs easy maneuverability and clever load solutions with a colleague-friendly driving position — proof that you don't need a giant van to get big jobs done.

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Mercedes Citan

The Mercedes Citan is a clever urban van that dresses sensible practicality in a surprisingly premium suit, making light work of deliveries and family duties without feeling like a workhorse. With a calm, car-like driving feel, clever interior packaging and the Mercedes badge up front, it’s a smart pick for buyers who want function with a touch of luxury and a wink of personality.

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Ford Transit Courier
Mercedes Citan

Costs and Consumption

Price
18900 - 31100 £
Price
22400 - 30100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
17.10 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 20.7 kWh
Electric Range
293 km
Electric Range
265 - 280 km
Battery Capacity
43.50 kWh
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
co2
0 - 158 g/km
co2
0 - 167 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 - 45 L
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
3 - 5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1230 - 1549 kg
Curb weight
1556 - 2010 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
0 - 551 L
Length
4337 - 4344 mm
Length
4498 - 4922 mm
Width
1800 - 1813 mm
Width
1859 mm
Height
1819 - 1839 mm
Height
1811 - 1830 mm
Max trunk capacity
2400 - 2900 L
Max trunk capacity
1979 - 3660 L
Payload
529 - 710 kg
Payload
485 - 644 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, 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
100 - 136 HP
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13 - 15.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Torque
170 - 290 Nm
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 100 kW
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1499 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1461 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2021 - 2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, A, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the Ford Transit Courier?

The Ford Transit Courier is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.