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Mercedes Citan Transporter vs Hongqi EHS7 comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 619 HP), boot space and price (21,700 £ vs 51,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan Transporter or Hongqi EHS7?

Mercedes Citan Transporter vs Hongqi EHS7: Key differences

Mercedes Citan Transporter

  • considerably cheaper
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Hongqi EHS7

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  • clearly more power
  • barely more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • considerably 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:

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

Mercedes Citan Transporter is considerably cheaper – starting at 21,700 £ , while the Hongqi EHS7 costs 51,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 29,683 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Hongqi EHS7 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 Hongqi EHS7 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 600 km, about 310 km more than the Mercedes Citan Transporter.

EHS7

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Hongqi EHS7 offers clearly more power – delivering 619 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 488 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hongqi EHS7 is considerably 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 Hongqi EHS7 is only slightly faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Mercedes Citan Transporter tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 17 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hongqi EHS7 delivers markedly more torque with 450 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 180 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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hongqi EHS7 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.

from £51,400
EHS7

Hongqi EHS7

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 343 - 619 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.5 - 20.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 540 - 600 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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Hongqi EHS7

The Hongqi EHS7 is a striking luxury SUV that embodies the blend of modern technology with traditional elegance, making it a standout in its segment. This all-electric vehicle offers an opulent driving experience, characterized by its spacious and exquisitely crafted interior which caters to comfort and sophistication. Designed to turn heads, the EHS7's aerodynamic silhouette and distinctive grille reflect Hongqi's commitment to innovation and style in the growing field of electric mobility.

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Mercedes Citan Transporter
Hongqi EHS7

Costs and Consumption
Price
21,700 - 33,300 £
Price
51,400 - 64,300 £
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
18.5 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
262 - 290 km
Electric Range
540 - 600 km
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
111 kWh
co2
0 - 156 g/km
co2
0 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
5
Curb weight
1,381 - 1,939 kg
Curb weight
-
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Length
4,925 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,950 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
Height
1,680 mm
Max trunk capacity
2,900 - 3,620 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
449 - 787 kg
Payload
-

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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
343 - 619 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.7 - 13.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.3 s
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
240 - 270 Nm
Torque
450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
253 - 455 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Hongqi
Is the Mercedes Citan Transporter offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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