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Hyundai i20 vs Mercedes Citan comparison

Compare performance (90 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (18,800 £ vs 22,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i20 or Mercedes Citan?

Hyundai i20 vs Mercedes Citan: Key differences

Hyundai i20

4.2 (2 Reviews)
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  • slightly cheaper
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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Mercedes Citan

  • noticeably more power
  • barely more efficient
  • 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

i20

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Hyundai i20 is slightly cheaper – starting at 18,800 £ , while the Mercedes Citan costs 22,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,629 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes Citan uses 5.2 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Hyundai i20 with 5.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

Citan

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 Mercedes Citan offers noticeably more power – delivering 131 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 41 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai i20 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 11.5 s, while the Mercedes Citan takes 13 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Citan delivers clearly more torque with 270 Nm compared to 172 Nm. That’s about 98 Nm more.

i20

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 terms of curb weight, Hyundai i20 is clearly lighter – 1,145 kg compared to 1,556 kg. The difference is around 411 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Citan offers clearly more boot space – 551 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 199 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan carries clearly more – 644 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 179 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Citan 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.

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
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Hyundai i20

The Hyundai i20 is a cheeky small car that mixes smart styling with sensible practicality, feeling more polished and roomy than you might expect for the money. It’s an easy car to live with, offering engaging handling, a comfy cabin and useful equipment that make daily commutes and weekend errands notably less dull.

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Bought an i20 two years ago and It has surprised me how good It is.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
18,800 - 24,400 £
Price
22,400 - 30,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 20.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
265 - 280 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
45 kWh
co2
128 - 129 g/km
co2
0 - 167 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,145 - 1,170 kg
Curb weight
1,556 - 2,010 kg
Trunk capacity
352 L
Trunk capacity
0 - 551 L
Length
-
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
1,811 - 1,830 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,979 - 3,660 L
Payload
455 - 465 kg
Payload
485 - 644 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
90 HP
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.5 - 12.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13 - 15.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Torque
172 Nm
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
66 kW
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the Hyundai i20 have?

The Hyundai i20 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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