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Honda e:Ny1 vs Mercedes Citan comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (33,400 £ vs 22,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda e:Ny1 or Mercedes Citan?

Honda e:Ny1 vs Mercedes Citan: Key differences

Honda e:Ny1

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

  • significantly cheaper
  • slightly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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 is significantly cheaper – starting at 22,400 £ , while the Honda e:Ny1 costs 33,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,977 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Honda e:Ny1 is very slightly more efficient: consuming 18.2 kWh/100km compared to 19.3 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Citan. That’s a difference of about 1.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Honda e:Ny1 offers markedly more range – reaching up to 412 km, about 132 km more than the Mercedes Citan.

Citan

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 Honda e:Ny1 offers noticeably more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 73 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Honda e:Ny1 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Mercedes Citan takes 13 s. That’s about 5.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes Citan is moderately faster – reaching 183 km/h, while the Honda e:Ny1 tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 23 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Honda e:Ny1 delivers a bit more torque with 310 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Citan is slightly lighter – 1,556 kg compared to 1,730 kg. The difference is around 174 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Citan offers clearly more boot space – 551 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 190 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Citan offers substantially more capacity – up to 3,660 L, about 2,484 L more than the Honda e:Ny1.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan carries substantially more – 644 kg compared to 350 kg. That’s a difference of about 294 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Citan has the upper hand 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 £22,400
Citan

Mercedes Citan

  • Engine Type Petrol, Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 95 - 131 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.2 - 7.4 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.3 - 20.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 265 - 280 km
Honda e:Ny1
Mercedes Citan

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Honda e:Ny1

The Honda e:Ny1 arrives as a cheeky, compact electric crossover that blends bold styling with clever practicality, perfect for city life and weekend escapes. Inside it's clean and tech-forward, offering a relaxed driving experience with enough space and refinement to make daily commutes feel surprisingly grown-up — and yes, the smile factor is real.

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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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Honda e:Ny1
Mercedes Citan

Costs and Consumption

Price
33,400 - 36,000 £
Price
22,400 - 30,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 20.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
412 km
Electric Range
265 - 280 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
45 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 167 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,730 kg
Curb weight
1,556 - 2,010 kg
Trunk capacity
344 - 361 L
Trunk capacity
0 - 551 L
Length
4,387 mm
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Width
1,790 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
1,584 mm
Height
1,811 - 1,830 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,136 - 1,176 L
Max trunk capacity
1,979 - 3,660 L
Payload
350 kg
Payload
485 - 644 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13 - 15.5 s
Max Speed
160 km/h
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Torque
310 Nm
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
Brand
Honda
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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