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Mercedes Citan Transporter vs BYD Han comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 517 HP), boot space and price (21,700 £ vs 59,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan Transporter or BYD Han?

Mercedes Citan Transporter vs BYD Han: Key differences

Mercedes Citan Transporter

  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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BYD Han

  • significantly more power
  • barely more efficient
  • considerably more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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 substantially cheaper – starting at 21,700 £ , while the BYD Han costs 59,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 37,419 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Han is barely more efficient: consuming 18.5 kWh/100km compared to 18.7 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Citan Transporter. That’s a difference of about 0.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BYD Han offers considerably more range – reaching up to 521 km, about 231 km more than the Mercedes Citan Transporter.

Han

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 BYD Han offers significantly more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 386 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Han is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Mercedes Citan Transporter takes 11.7 s. That’s about 7.8 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes Citan Transporter is barely faster – reaching 183 km/h, while the BYD Han tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 3 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Han delivers significantly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 430 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 considerably lighter – 1,381 kg compared to 2,325 kg. The difference is around 944 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan Transporter carries clearly more – 787 kg compared to 335 kg. That’s a difference of about 452 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Han is far ahead overall 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 £59,200
Han

BYD Han

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 517 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 521 km
Mercedes Citan Transporter
BYD Han

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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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BYD Han

The BYD Han is a sleek, cinematic fastback saloon that pairs dramatic styling with a surprisingly plush cabin and a genuinely high-tech feel. It undercuts established rivals on price while delivering composed handling, generous equipment and long-legged electric confidence — a car that will make badge-conscious buyers sit up and take notice.

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Mercedes Citan Transporter
BYD Han

Costs and Consumption

Price
21,700 - 33,300 £
Price
59,200 - 62,200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 21.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
262 - 290 km
Electric Range
521 km
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
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
Sedan
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,381 - 1,939 kg
Curb weight
2,325 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
410 L
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Length
4,995 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,910 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
Height
1,495 mm
Max trunk capacity
2,900 - 3,620 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
449 - 787 kg
Payload
335 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
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
517 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.7 - 13.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
240 - 270 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
380 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
BYD
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