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Mercedes Citan Transporter vs Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (21,700 £ vs 41,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan Transporter or Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?

Mercedes Citan Transporter vs Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross: Key differences

Mercedes Citan Transporter

  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

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  • clearly more power
  • a bit more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • significantly 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:

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 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross costs 41,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,393 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is a bit more efficient: consuming 16.7 kWh/100km compared to 18.7 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Citan Transporter. That’s a difference of about 2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross offers clearly more range – reaching up to 627 km, about 337 km more than the Mercedes Citan Transporter.

Eclipse Cross

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross offers clearly more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 87 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.9 s, while the Mercedes Citan Transporter takes 11.7 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross delivers very slightly more torque with 300 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 30 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 clearly lighter – 1,381 kg compared to 1,922 kg. The difference is around 541 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan Transporter carries considerably more – 787 kg compared to 413 kg. That’s a difference of about 374 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is slightly 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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Eclipse Cross

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 218 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.7 - 17.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 615 - 627 km
Mercedes Citan Transporter
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

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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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Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross combines coupe-like looks with crossover practicality, so you get style without the showroom attitude. It’s an affable daily driver that hides a few quirks behind a confident grin, making it an easy pick for buyers who want personality without fuss.

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Mercedes Citan Transporter
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

Costs and Consumption

Price
21,700 - 33,300 £
Price
41,100 - 48,200 £
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
16.7 - 17.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
262 - 290 km
Electric Range
615 - 627 km
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
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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
1,922 - 1,950 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
545 L
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Length
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Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,908 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
2,900 - 3,620 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
449 - 787 kg
Payload
385 - 413 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
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.7 - 13.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 s
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
240 - 270 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Mitsubishi
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