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Mercedes Citan Transporter vs Nissan Micra comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (21,700 £ vs 24,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan Transporter or Nissan Micra?

Mercedes Citan Transporter vs Nissan Micra: Key differences

Mercedes Citan Transporter

  • slightly cheaper
  • only slightly lighter
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Nissan Micra

  • a bit more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • noticeably more electric range
  • substantially 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 slightly cheaper – starting at 21,700 £ , while the Nissan Micra costs 24,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,250 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Nissan Micra is clearly more efficient: consuming 14.2 kWh/100km compared to 18.7 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Citan Transporter. That’s a difference of about 4.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Nissan Micra offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 416 km, about 126 km more than the Mercedes Citan Transporter.

Micra

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 Nissan Micra offers a bit more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 19 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Micra is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Mercedes Citan Transporter takes 11.7 s. That’s about 3.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Citan Transporter delivers very slightly more torque with 270 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 25 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 only slightly lighter – 1,381 kg compared to 1,452 kg. The difference is around 71 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan Transporter carries substantially more – 787 kg compared to 408 kg. That’s a difference of about 379 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Micra 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.

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Micra

Nissan Micra

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 122 - 150 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.2 - 14.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 317 - 416 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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Nissan Micra

The Nissan Micra is a compact hatchback renowned for its agile handling and city-friendly dimensions. With a design that blends sleek curves with a practical layout, it appeals to urban drivers who value style and efficiency. Inside, the car offers a surprising amount of room and useful tech features, making it both a convenient and comfortable ride for daily commutes.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
21,700 - 33,300 £
Price
24,000 - 29,900 £
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
14.2 - 14.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
262 - 290 km
Electric Range
317 - 416 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
Hatchback
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,381 - 1,939 kg
Curb weight
1,452 - 1,527 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Length
-
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,774 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
2,900 - 3,620 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
449 - 787 kg
Payload
403 - 408 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
122 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.7 - 13.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9 s
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
240 - 270 Nm
Torque
225 - 245 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
90 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Nissan
Is the Mercedes Citan Transporter offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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