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Mercedes Citan Transporter vs Maxus Deliver 5 comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 163 HP), boot space and price (21,700 £ vs 39,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan Transporter or Maxus Deliver 5?

Mercedes Citan Transporter vs Maxus Deliver 5: Key differences

Mercedes Citan Transporter

  • considerably cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Maxus Deliver 5

  • moderately more power
  • somewhat more electric range
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
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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 Maxus Deliver 5 costs 39,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,028 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes Citan Transporter is moderately more efficient: consuming 18.7 kWh/100km compared to 21 kWh/100km for the Maxus Deliver 5. That’s a difference of about 2.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Maxus Deliver 5 offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 335 km, about 45 km more than the Mercedes Citan Transporter.

Deliver 5

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 Maxus Deliver 5 offers moderately more power – delivering 163 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 32 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Maxus Deliver 5 is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 10.7 s, while the Mercedes Citan Transporter takes 11.7 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Citan Transporter delivers somewhat more torque with 270 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 30 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.

Seats: Maxus Deliver 5 offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Citan Transporter is clearly lighter – 1,381 kg compared to 1,925 kg. The difference is around 544 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Maxus Deliver 5 carries markedly more – 1,190 kg compared to 787 kg. That’s a difference of about 403 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Citan Transporter shows a few small advantages 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 £21,700
Citan Transporter

Mercedes Citan Transporter

  • Engine Type Diesel, Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission Manual, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 95 - 131 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.7 - 21.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 262 - 290 km
Mercedes Citan Transporter
Maxus Deliver 5

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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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Maxus Deliver 5

The Deliver 5 seamlessly blends practicality with sleek design, making it an ideal choice for urban drivers and businesses alike. With its spacious interior and advanced connectivity features, it transforms everyday commutes into enjoyable journeys. This vehicle not only enhances productivity but also stands out on the road with its modern aesthetic and reliable performance.

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Mercedes Citan Transporter
Maxus Deliver 5

Costs and Consumption

Price
21,700 - 33,300 £
Price
39,800 - 42,300 £
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
21 - 22.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
262 - 290 km
Electric Range
321 - 335 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
Cargo Van
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
3 - 6
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,381 - 1,939 kg
Curb weight
1,925 - 2,085 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
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Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Length
-
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,874 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
2,900 - 3,620 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
449 - 787 kg
Payload
1,025 - 1,190 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
163 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.7 - 13.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.7 - 11 s
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
240 - 270 Nm
Torque
240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
120 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Maxus
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