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Hyundai i30 Wagon vs Mercedes Citan comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (25,400 £ vs 22,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 Wagon or Mercedes Citan?

Hyundai i30 Wagon vs Mercedes Citan: Key differences

Hyundai i30 Wagon

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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  • moderately more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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Mercedes Citan

  • slightly cheaper
  • slightly more efficient
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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

i30 Wagon

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mercedes Citan is slightly cheaper – starting at 22,400 £ , while the Hyundai i30 Wagon costs 25,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,971 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes Citan uses 5.2 L/100km and is slightly more efficient than the Hyundai i30 Wagon with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 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 Hyundai i30 Wagon offers moderately more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 19 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai i30 Wagon is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 9.1 s, while the Mercedes Citan takes 13 s. That’s about 3.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Citan delivers very slightly more torque with 270 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.

i30 Wagon

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, Hyundai i30 Wagon is slightly lighter – 1,340 kg compared to 1,556 kg. The difference is around 216 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai i30 Wagon offers only slightly more boot space – 602 L compared to 551 L. That’s a difference of about 51 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan carries noticeably more – 644 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 154 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Citan 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.

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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Reviews Hyundai i30 Wagon

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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Adrian
17 Jan 2026, 21:20:42

As a practical user of the i30 1.5 wagon and the Skoda Scala, I can generally say the Hyundai is the better car. Why?

- Better cabin insulation
- More space for the driver, with a wider range of steering-wheel adjustment
- Interior is better made and fitted
- More comfortable driving position
- Handles better
- Stronger brakes

Cons:
- Higher fuel consumption
- Overall less modern styling
- Slightly weaker headlights vs. the Skoda

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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
25,400 - 32,300 £
Price
22,400 - 30,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.3 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
134 - 142 g/km
co2
0 - 167 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
5
Curb weight
1,340 - 1,460 kg
Curb weight
1,556 - 2,010 kg
Trunk capacity
602 L
Trunk capacity
0 - 551 L
Length
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Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
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Height
1,811 - 1,830 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,979 - 3,660 L
Payload
450 - 490 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
115 - 150 HP
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13 - 15.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Torque
172 - 250 Nm
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the Hyundai i30 Wagon?

The Hyundai i30 Wagon is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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