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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
21700 - 33300 £
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Price
25500 - 36200 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 21.1 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
14 - 16 kWh
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Electric Range
262 - 290 km
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Electric Range
303 - 405 km
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Battery Capacity
45 kWh
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Battery Capacity
38.5 - 49.2 kWh
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co2
0 - 156 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
2 - 5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4 - 5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1381 - 1939 kg
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Curb weight
1720 - 1825 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
300 L
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Length
4498 - 4922 mm
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Length
4079 mm
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Width
1859 mm
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Width
1754 mm
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Height
1819 - 1830 mm
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Height
1514 mm
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Max trunk capacity
2900 - 3620 L
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Max trunk capacity
1005 L
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Payload
449 - 787 kg
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Payload
450 - 530 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
95 - 131 HP
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Power HP
184 - 258 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.7 - 13.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.9 s
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Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
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Torque
240 - 270 Nm
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Torque
290 - 350 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
70 - 96 kW
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Power kW
135 - 190 kW
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1461 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2021 - 2024
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Model Year
2024 - 2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
MINI
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.