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Lexus RC vs Mercedes Citan comparison

Compare performance (464 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (82,300 £ vs 22,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RC or Mercedes Citan?

Lexus RC vs Mercedes Citan: Key differences

Lexus RC

  • considerably more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mercedes Citan

  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • moderately lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes Citan is substantially cheaper – starting at 22,400 £ , while the Lexus RC costs 82,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 59,885 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes Citan uses 5.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Lexus RC with 11.8 L/100km. The difference is about 6.6 L/100km.

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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 Lexus RC offers considerably more power – delivering 464 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 333 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RC is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the Mercedes Citan takes 13 s. That’s about 8.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lexus RC is markedly faster – reaching 270 km/h, while the Mercedes Citan tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 87 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus RC delivers considerably more torque with 520 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Mercedes Citan offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Citan is moderately lighter – 1,556 kg compared to 1,715 kg. The difference is around 159 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Citan offers visibly more boot space – 551 L compared to 366 L. That’s a difference of about 185 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan carries slightly more – 644 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 109 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Citan is narrowly ahead 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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Lexus RC

The Lexus RC cuts a dramatic figure on the road with its bold grille and sculpted coupe silhouette, blending Japanese refinement with a dash of show-off flair. Inside it favors comfort and clever detailing over racetrack theatrics, so if you want a luxurious, dependable coupe that rewards everyday driving with poise and a grin, the RC is hard to ignore.

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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
82,300 - 101,500 £
Price
22,400 - 30,100 £
Consumption L/100km
11.8 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
268 g/km
co2
0 - 167 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
3
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,715 kg
Curb weight
1,556 - 2,010 kg
Trunk capacity
366 L
Trunk capacity
0 - 551 L
Length
4,710 mm
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Width
1,845 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
1,390 mm
Height
1,811 - 1,830 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,979 - 3,660 L
Payload
535 kg
Payload
485 - 644 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
464 HP
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 4.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13 - 15.5 s
Max Speed
270 km/h
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Torque
520 Nm
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
341 kW
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
4,969 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the Lexus RC have?

The Lexus RC is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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