Compare performance (136 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (18900 £ vs 21700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Courier or Mercedes Citan Transporter?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Ford Transit Courier has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 18900 £ , while the Mercedes Citan Transporter costs 21700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2820 £.
Both cars consume an average of 5.10 L per 100 km – no difference here.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Ford Transit Courier: with 17.10 kWh per 100 km, it’s slight more efficient than the Mercedes Citan Transporter with 18.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.60 kWh.
As for electric range, the Ford Transit Courier performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 293 km, about 3 km more than the Mercedes Citan Transporter.
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 Transit Courier has a hardly perceptible 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 slight stronger with 290 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 20 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, Ford Transit Courier is slightly lighter – 1230 kg compared to 1381 kg. The difference is around 151 kg.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Citan Transporter performs a bit better – up to 3620 L, which is about 720 L more than the Ford Transit Courier.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes Citan Transporter barely noticeable takes the win – 787 kg compared to 710 kg. That’s a difference of about 77 kg.
The Ford Transit Courier sits just 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.
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.
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
18900 - 31100 £
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Price
21700 - 33300 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.10 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 21.1 kWh
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Electric Range
293 km
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Electric Range
262 - 290 km
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Battery Capacity
43.50 kWh
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Battery Capacity
45 kWh
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co2
0 - 158 g/km
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co2
0 - 156 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
44 - 45 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
3 - 5
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Doors
4 - 5
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Curb weight
1230 - 1549 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
4337 - 4344 mm
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Length
4498 - 4922 mm
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Width
1800 - 1813 mm
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Width
1859 mm
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Height
1819 - 1839 mm
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Height
1819 - 1830 mm
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Max trunk capacity
2400 - 2900 L
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Max trunk capacity
2900 - 3620 L
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Payload
529 - 710 kg
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Payload
449 - 787 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
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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, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
100 - 136 HP
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Power HP
95 - 131 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.7 - 13.8 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
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Torque
170 - 290 Nm
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Torque
240 - 270 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
74 - 100 kW
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Power kW
70 - 96 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1499 cm3
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1461 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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Model Year
2021 - 2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, A, F
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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 Courier is available as Front-Wheel Drive.