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Mercedes Citan Transporter vs BMW X2 comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (21,700 £ vs 41,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan Transporter or BMW X2?

Mercedes Citan Transporter vs BMW X2: Key differences

Mercedes Citan Transporter

  • clearly cheaper
  • a bit lighter
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BMW X2

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  • significantly more power
  • moderately 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 clearly cheaper – starting at 21,700 £ , while the BMW X2 costs 41,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,916 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW X2 uses 4.5 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the Mercedes Citan Transporter with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.

X2

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 BMW X2 offers significantly 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 X2 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Mercedes Citan Transporter takes 11.7 s. That’s about 6.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW X2 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 a bit lighter – 1,381 kg compared to 1,645 kg. The difference is around 264 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan Transporter carries noticeably more – 787 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 277 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW X2 leads convincingly 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 £41,700
X2

BMW X2

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 300 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.5 - 7.7 L/100km
Mercedes Citan Transporter
BMW X2

Costs and Consumption

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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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BMW X2

The BMW X2 feels like a sporty coupe dressed as an SUV, with sharp styling and a cheeky, youthful attitude that stands out in traffic. Inside it's driver-focused and compact but smartly packaged, perfect for city life and buyers who want BMW flair without the usual SUV bulk.

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Mercedes Citan Transporter
BMW X2

Costs and Consumption

Price
21,700 - 33,300 £
Price
41,700 - 59,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 7.7 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
-
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 156 g/km
co2
118 - 174 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
1,645 - 1,780 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
515 - 560 L
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Length
-
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,845 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
2,900 - 3,620 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
449 - 787 kg
Payload
495 - 510 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
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 - 300 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.7 - 13.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
240 - 270 Nm
Torque
280 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
BMW
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