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Mercedes Citan Transporter vs Mercedes Vito Transporter - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (131 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (21700 £ vs 28800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan Transporter or Mercedes Vito Transporter?

Mercedes Citan Transporter

Mercedes Vito Transporter

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes Citan Transporter has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21700 £, while the Mercedes Vito Transporter costs 28800 £. That’s a price difference of around 7041 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes Citan Transporter manages with 5.10 L and is therefore clearly perceptible more efficient than the Mercedes Vito Transporter with 6.80 L. The difference is about 1.70 L per 100 km.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Mercedes Citan Transporter: with 18.70 kWh per 100 km, it’s somewhat more efficient than the Mercedes Vito Transporter with 21.20 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.50 kWh.

As for range, the Mercedes Vito Transporter performs noticeable better – achieving up to 474 km, about 184 km more than the Mercedes Citan Transporter.

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 Mercedes Vito Transporter has a decisively edge – offering 237 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 106 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes Citan Transporter performs distinct better – reaching 183 km/h, while the Mercedes Vito Transporter tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 43 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes Vito Transporter pulls convincingly stronger with 500 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 230 Nm difference.

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: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Mercedes Citan Transporter is clearly perceptible lighter – 1381 kg compared to 1916 kg. The difference is around 535 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Vito Transporter performs convincingly better – up to 6600 L, which is about 2980 L more than the Mercedes Citan Transporter.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes Vito Transporter slightly takes the win – 884 kg compared to 787 kg. That’s a difference of about 97 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes Vito Transporter shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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Mercedes Vito Transporter

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Electric, Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 237 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6.8 - 9.7 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 21.2 - 26.5 kWh
  • Electric Range : 304 - 474 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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Mercedes Vito Transporter

The Mercedes Vito Transporter is a supremely practical workhorse that blends Mercedes refinement with van-like utility, making long days on the road feel surprisingly civilized. With a cleverly thought-out interior and a drive that won’t wear you out, the Vito is the ideal choice for businesses that want capability without sacrificing comfort — and yes, it still looks sharper than most vans at a client meeting.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
21700 - 33300 £
Price
28800 - 51600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 9.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 21.1 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 26.5 kWh
Electric Range
262 - 290 km
Electric Range
304 - 474 km
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
co2
0 - 156 g/km
co2
0 - 222 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1381 - 1939 kg
Curb weight
1916 - 2518 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4498 - 4922 mm
Length
4895 - 5390 mm
Width
1859 mm
Width
1928 mm
Height
1819 - 1830 mm
Height
1910 - 1945 mm
Max trunk capacity
2900 - 3620 L
Max trunk capacity
3100 - 6600 L
Payload
449 - 787 kg
Payload
547 - 884 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
102 - 237 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.7 - 13.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
120 - 140 km/h
Torque
240 - 270 Nm
Torque
270 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
75 - 174 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1461 cm3
Engine capacity
1950 - 1999 cm3

General
Model Year
2021 - 2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Mercedes-Benz

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Is the Mercedes Citan Transporter offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.