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Hyundai IONIQ 6 vs Mercedes Citan Transporter comparison

Compare performance (650 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (39,000 £ vs 21,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai IONIQ 6 or Mercedes Citan Transporter?

Hyundai IONIQ 6 vs Mercedes Citan Transporter: Key differences

Hyundai IONIQ 6

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  • clearly more power
  • markedly more efficient
  • substantially more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mercedes Citan Transporter

  • substantially cheaper
  • markedly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

IONIQ 6

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes Citan Transporter is substantially cheaper – starting at 21,700 £ , while the Hyundai IONIQ 6 costs 39,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,301 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 is markedly more efficient: consuming 13.4 kWh/100km compared to 18.7 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Citan Transporter. That’s a difference of about 5.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 680 km, about 390 km more than the Mercedes Citan Transporter.

Citan Transporter

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 offers clearly more power – delivering 650 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 519 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.3 s, while the Mercedes Citan Transporter takes 11.7 s. That’s about 8.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai IONIQ 6 delivers significantly more torque with 770 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 500 Nm more.

IONIQ 6

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, Mercedes Citan Transporter is markedly lighter – 1,381 kg compared to 1,892 kg. The difference is around 511 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan Transporter carries significantly more – 787 kg compared to 438 kg. That’s a difference of about 349 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai IONIQ 6 is far 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.

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IONIQ 6

Hyundai IONIQ 6

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 170 - 650 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.4 - 18.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 487 - 680 km
Hyundai IONIQ 6
Mercedes Citan Transporter

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Hyundai IONIQ 6

The Hyundai IONIQ 6 glides down the road with a poise that feels more runway model than commuter car, its sleek silhouette promising efficiency without trying too hard. Inside, a calm, minimalist cabin packed with clever, usable tech makes it a compelling choice for buyers who want electric motoring that's smart, stylish and quietly practical.

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Mercedes Citan Transporter

The 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.

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Hyundai IONIQ 6
Mercedes Citan Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,000 - 65,100 £
Price
21,700 - 33,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.4 - 18.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 21.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
487 - 680 km
Electric Range
262 - 290 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
45 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 156 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1,892 - 2,241 kg
Curb weight
1,381 - 1,939 kg
Trunk capacity
371 - 401 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Width
1,880 - 1,940 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,900 - 3,620 L
Payload
386 - 438 kg
Payload
449 - 787 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 650 HP
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.7 - 13.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Torque
240 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
125 - 478 kW
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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