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Mercedes Citan Transporter vs McLaren Supercar Series Coupe comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 700 HP), boot space and price (21,700 £ vs 213,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan Transporter or McLaren Supercar Series Coupe?

Mercedes Citan Transporter vs McLaren Supercar Series Coupe: Key differences

Mercedes Citan Transporter

  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
  • very slightly lighter
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McLaren Supercar Series Coupe

  • significantly more power
  • moderately more efficient
  • considerably 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 substantially cheaper – starting at 21,700 £ , while the McLaren Supercar Series Coupe costs 213,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 191,259 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the McLaren Supercar Series Coupe uses 4.6 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the Mercedes Citan Transporter with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes Citan Transporter offers significantly more range – reaching up to 290 km, about 257 km more than the McLaren Supercar Series Coupe.

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the McLaren Supercar Series Coupe offers significantly more power – delivering 700 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 569 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren Supercar Series Coupe is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the Mercedes Citan Transporter takes 11.7 s. That’s about 8.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the McLaren Supercar Series Coupe delivers substantially more torque with 720 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 450 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Mercedes Citan Transporter offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Citan Transporter is very slightly lighter – 1,381 kg compared to 1,498 kg. The difference is around 117 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Citan Transporter is clearly superior 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 £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
McLaren Supercar Series Coupe

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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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McLaren Supercar Series Coupe

The McLaren Supercar Series Coupe arrives like a scalpel with a spoiler, pairing race-bred theatrics with a civility that makes it livable on the street while still thrilling on a back road. If you crave exotic looks, dramatic doors and a cabin that rewards attentive driving, this coupe serves up pure performance with just enough comfort to keep your mates impressed and slightly terrified.

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Mercedes Citan Transporter
McLaren Supercar Series Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
21,700 - 33,300 £
Price
213,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.6 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
33 km
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 156 g/km
co2
104 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
2
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,381 - 1,939 kg
Curb weight
1,498 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Length
-
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,913 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
Height
-
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
Plug-in Hybrid
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
700 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.7 - 13.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 s
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
240 - 270 Nm
Torque
720 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
515 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
2,993 cm3

General

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