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Mercedes Citan Transporter vs Audi Q3 comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (21,700 £ vs 38,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan Transporter or Audi Q3?

Mercedes Citan Transporter vs Audi Q3: Key differences

Mercedes Citan Transporter

  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • slightly lighter
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Audi Q3

4.3 (4 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • 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:

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 Transporter is considerably cheaper – starting at 21,700 £ , while the Audi Q3 costs 38,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,487 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi Q3 uses 1.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes Citan Transporter with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 3.4 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes Citan Transporter offers clearly more range – reaching up to 290 km, about 171 km more than the Audi Q3.

Q3

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 Audi Q3 offers considerably more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 141 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q3 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.7 s, while the Mercedes Citan Transporter takes 11.7 s. That’s about 6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q3 delivers clearly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm more.

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, Mercedes Citan Transporter is slightly lighter – 1,381 kg compared to 1,635 kg. The difference is around 254 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan Transporter carries markedly more – 787 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 252 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q3 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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Q3

Audi Q3

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.7 - 8.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range 109 - 119 km
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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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Audi Q3

The Audi Q3 is a compact premium crossover that blends sharp styling with a well-crafted interior, making it an appealing choice for urban drivers who want a touch of luxury. It delivers a composed ride, intuitive tech features and a practical cabin, so it works well as a comfortable daily driver with an upscale feel.

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Del
16 Jun 2026, 12:27:22

Very comfortable and very enjoyable to drive, interior very pleasant. Only missing the automatic controls.

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2 Nov 2025, 22:05:04

Very comfortable. Precise steering. E35 petrol engine, 150 hp — sufficient. Manual gearbox very good and well-geared. Looks very handsome. Very large boot. Premium interior.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
21,700 - 33,300 £
Price
38,200 - 54,200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 8.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 21.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
262 - 290 km
Electric Range
109 - 119 km
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 156 g/km
co2
39 - 199 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,381 - 1,939 kg
Curb weight
1,635 - 1,900 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
375 - 488 L
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Length
-
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
2,900 - 3,620 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
449 - 787 kg
Payload
505 - 535 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
150 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.7 - 13.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
240 - 270 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
110 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, G, B, F
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Audi
Is the Mercedes Citan Transporter offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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