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Mercedes Citan Transporter vs MINI Aceman - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (131 HP vs 258 HP), boot space and price (21700 £ vs 25500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan Transporter or MINI Aceman?

Mercedes Citan Transporter

MINI Aceman

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

Aceman

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 has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21700 £ , while the MINI Aceman costs 25500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3716 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the MINI Aceman: with 14 kWh per 100 km, it’s evident more efficient than the Mercedes Citan Transporter with 18.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 4.70 kWh.

As for electric range, the MINI Aceman performs distinct better – achieving up to 405 km, about 115 km more than the Mercedes Citan Transporter.

Aceman

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 MINI Aceman has a decisively edge – offering 258 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 127 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the MINI Aceman is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.40 s, while the Mercedes Citan Transporter takes 11.70 s. That’s about 5.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the MINI Aceman performs slight better – 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: MINI Aceman pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 350 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm difference.

Aceman

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Mercedes Citan Transporter is evident lighter – 1381 kg compared to 1720 kg. The difference is around 339 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Citan Transporter performs decisively better – up to 3620 L, which is about 2615 L more than the MINI Aceman.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes Citan Transporter distinct takes the win – 787 kg compared to 530 kg. That’s a difference of about 257 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MINI Aceman 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.

Mercedes Citan Transporter
MINI Aceman

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Aceman

MINI Aceman

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 184 - 258 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14 - 16 kWh
  • Electric Range : 303 - 405 km

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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MINI Aceman

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The MINI Aceman squeezes classic MINI charm into a sharper, more crossover-ready shape, trading some of the old curves for grown-up practicality while keeping the wink-and-grin personality buyers crave. Inside it's a surprisingly premium, customizable cabin that feels clever rather than cluttered, and on the road the Aceman is eager and nimble — ideal for city dwellers who want an SUV silhouette with proper fun behind the wheel.

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Mercedes Citan Transporter
MINI Aceman

Costs and Consumption

Price
21700 - 33300 £
Price
25500 - 36200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 21.1 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
14 - 16 kWh
Electric Range
262 - 290 km
Electric Range
303 - 405 km
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
38.5 - 49.2 kWh
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
SUV
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1381 - 1939 kg
Curb weight
1720 - 1825 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
300 L
Length
4498 - 4922 mm
Length
4079 mm
Width
1859 mm
Width
1754 mm
Height
1819 - 1830 mm
Height
1514 mm
Max trunk capacity
2900 - 3620 L
Max trunk capacity
1005 L
Payload
449 - 787 kg
Payload
450 - 530 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
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
184 - 258 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.7 - 13.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
Torque
240 - 270 Nm
Torque
290 - 350 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
135 - 190 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1461 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2021 - 2024
Model Year
2024 - 2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
MINI
Is the Mercedes Citan Transporter offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.