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Mercedes Citan Transporter vs Abarth 600 comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 280 HP), boot space and price (21,700 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan Transporter or Abarth 600?

Mercedes Citan Transporter vs Abarth 600: Key differences

Mercedes Citan Transporter

  • clearly cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
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Abarth 600

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  • significantly more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • somewhat more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

Citan Transporter

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes Citan Transporter is clearly cheaper – starting at 21,700 £ , while the Abarth 600 costs 36,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,250 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Abarth 600 is marginally more efficient: consuming 17.5 kWh/100km compared to 18.7 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Citan Transporter. That’s a difference of about 1.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Abarth 600 offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 344 km, about 54 km more than the Mercedes Citan Transporter.

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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 Abarth 600 offers significantly more power – delivering 280 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 149 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Abarth 600 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Mercedes Citan Transporter takes 11.7 s. That’s about 5.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Abarth 600 delivers noticeably more torque with 345 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 75 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Citan Transporter is noticeably lighter – 1,381 kg compared to 1,700 kg. The difference is around 319 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan Transporter carries considerably more – 787 kg compared to 225 kg. That’s a difference of about 562 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Abarth 600 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.

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Abarth 600

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 237 - 280 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 344 km
Mercedes Citan Transporter
Abarth 600

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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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Abarth 600

The sleek and stylish 600 has captured the hearts of both casual drivers and automotive enthusiasts alike. With its retro charm and modern features, this model seamlessly blends classic design with contemporary performance. Whether navigating city streets or embarking on a weekend adventure, the 600 offers a driving experience that is both fun and memorable.

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Mercedes Citan Transporter
Abarth 600

Costs and Consumption

Price
21,700 - 33,300 £
Price
36,000 - 39,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 21.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
262 - 290 km
Electric Range
344 km
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 156 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,381 - 1,939 kg
Curb weight
1,700 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
360 L
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Length
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Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,779 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
2,900 - 3,620 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
449 - 787 kg
Payload
225 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
237 - 280 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.7 - 13.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
240 - 270 Nm
Torque
345 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
174 - 207 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Abarth
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