Compare performance (131 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (21,700 £ vs 32,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan Transporter or BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe?
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 clearly cheaper – starting at 21,700 £ , while the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe costs 32,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,616 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe uses 4.2 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Mercedes Citan Transporter with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.9 L/100km.
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 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe offers considerably more power – delivering 300 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 169 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Mercedes Citan Transporter takes 11.7 s. That’s about 6.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe delivers markedly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm more.
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 marginally lighter – 1,381 kg compared to 1,495 kg. The difference is around 114 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan Transporter carries clearly more – 787 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 302 kg.
The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe stands well ahead of its rival 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.
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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The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe pairs sharp handling with surprising practicality, wearing BMW's sporty looks in a compact, city-friendly shell. It's ideal for buyers who want a premium driving experience without the fuss of something larger — all the attitude, none of the excess.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
21,700 - 33,300 £
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Price
32,400 - 54,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.5 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 21.1 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
262 - 290 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
45 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 156 g/km
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co2
110 - 170 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
Coupe
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Seats
2 - 5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4 - 5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,381 - 1,939 kg
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Curb weight
1,495 - 1,650 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
360 - 430 L
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Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,859 mm
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Width
1,800 mm
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Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
2,900 - 3,620 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
449 - 787 kg
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Payload
455 - 485 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
95 - 131 HP
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Power HP
122 - 300 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.7 - 13.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.9 s
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Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
240 - 270 Nm
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Torque
230 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
70 - 96 kW
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Power kW
90 - 221 kW
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
BMW
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