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Mercedes Citan Transporter vs MINI Aceman comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 258 HP), boot space and price (21,700 £ vs 27,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan Transporter or MINI Aceman?

Mercedes Citan Transporter vs MINI Aceman: Key differences

Mercedes Citan Transporter

  • visibly cheaper
  • visibly lighter
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MINI Aceman

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  • significantly more power
  • noticeably more efficient
  • slightly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

Citan Transporter

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mercedes Citan Transporter is visibly cheaper – starting at 21,700 £ , while the MINI Aceman costs 27,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,259 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the MINI Aceman is noticeably more efficient: consuming 14.1 kWh/100km compared to 18.7 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Citan Transporter. That’s a difference of about 4.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the MINI Aceman offers slightly more range – reaching up to 355 km, about 65 km more than the Mercedes Citan Transporter.

Aceman

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 MINI Aceman offers significantly more power – delivering 258 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 127 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MINI Aceman is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.4 s, while the Mercedes Citan Transporter takes 11.7 s. That’s about 5.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MINI Aceman delivers visibly more torque with 350 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Citan Transporter is visibly lighter – 1,381 kg compared to 1,720 kg. The difference is around 339 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan Transporter carries clearly more – 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 decisively ahead 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.

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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 14.1 - 16 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 309 - 355 km
Mercedes Citan Transporter
MINI Aceman

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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MINI Aceman

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
21,700 - 33,300 £
Price
27,000 - 36,400 £
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
14.1 - 16 kWh/100km
Electric Range
262 - 290 km
Electric Range
309 - 355 km
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 156 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,381 - 1,939 kg
Curb weight
1,720 - 1,825 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
300 L
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Length
-
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,754 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
2,900 - 3,620 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
449 - 787 kg
Payload
450 - 530 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
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
-
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
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
MINI
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