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Mercedes Citan Transporter vs NIO EL8 comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (21,700 £ vs 71,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan Transporter or NIO EL8?

Mercedes Citan Transporter vs NIO EL8: Key differences

Mercedes Citan Transporter

  • clearly cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • significantly lighter
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NIO EL8

  • substantially more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Citan Transporter

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes Citan Transporter is clearly cheaper – starting at 21,700 £ , while the NIO EL8 costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 49,316 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes Citan Transporter is moderately more efficient: consuming 18.7 kWh/100km compared to 21.2 kWh/100km for the NIO EL8. That’s a difference of about 2.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the NIO EL8 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 220 km more than the Mercedes Citan Transporter.

EL8

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 NIO EL8 offers substantially more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 522 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL8 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the Mercedes Citan Transporter takes 11.7 s. That’s about 7.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the NIO EL8 is only slightly faster – 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: the NIO EL8 delivers substantially more torque with 850 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 580 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: NIO EL8 offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Citan Transporter is significantly lighter – 1,381 kg compared to 2,613 kg. The difference is around 1,232 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Citan Transporter offers substantially more capacity – up to 3,620 L, about 2,810 L more than the NIO EL8.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan Transporter carries noticeably more – 787 kg compared to 577 kg. That’s a difference of about 210 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL8 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.

from £71,100
EL8

NIO EL8

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 653 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 21.2 - 22 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 390 - 510 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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NIO EL8

The NIO EL8 feels like a tech-savvy living room on wheels, blending upscale comfort with playful design for buyers who want electric refinement without the clinical vibe. It’s roomy, packed with clever features and a relaxed driving character that turns everyday trips into something a little more fun.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
21,700 - 33,300 £
Price
71,100 - 90,800 £
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
21.2 - 22 kWh/100km
Electric Range
262 - 290 km
Electric Range
390 - 510 km
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
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
6
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,381 - 1,939 kg
Curb weight
2,613 - 2,633 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
265 L
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Length
5,099 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,989 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
Height
1,750 mm
Max trunk capacity
2,900 - 3,620 L
Max trunk capacity
810 L
Payload
449 - 787 kg
Payload
557 - 577 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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
653 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.7 - 13.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
240 - 270 Nm
Torque
850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
480 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
NIO
Is the Mercedes Citan Transporter offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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