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Mercedes Citan Transporter vs Vauxhall Corsa comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (21,700 £ vs 19,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan Transporter or Vauxhall Corsa?

Mercedes Citan Transporter vs Vauxhall Corsa: Key differences

Mercedes Citan Transporter

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Vauxhall Corsa

  • somewhat cheaper
  • moderately more power
  • a bit more efficient
  • markedly more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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.

Vauxhall Corsa is somewhat cheaper – starting at 19,600 £ , while the Mercedes Citan Transporter costs 21,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,121 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Corsa uses 4.5 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the Mercedes Citan Transporter with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Vauxhall Corsa is markedly 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 Vauxhall Corsa offers markedly more range – reaching up to 429 km, about 139 km more than the Mercedes Citan Transporter.

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Engine and Performance:

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 Vauxhall Corsa offers moderately more power – delivering 156 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 25 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Corsa 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 Mercedes Citan Transporter delivers only slightly more torque with 270 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 10 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, Vauxhall Corsa is a bit lighter – 1,175 kg compared to 1,381 kg. The difference is around 206 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan Transporter carries considerably more – 787 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 342 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Corsa 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.

from £19,600
Corsa

Vauxhall Corsa

  • Engine Type Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 100 - 156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.5 - 5.1 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.2 - 15.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 357 - 429 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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Vauxhall Corsa

The Opel Corsa is a tidy little package that blends cheeky styling with sensible practicality, perfect for city streets and weekend escapes alike. It’s easy to live with, economical to run and just lively enough to make daily driving a bit more fun.

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Mercedes Citan Transporter
Vauxhall Corsa

Costs and Consumption
Price
21,700 - 33,300 £
Price
19,600 - 30,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 21.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.2 - 15.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
262 - 290 km
Electric Range
357 - 429 km
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 156 g/km
co2
0 - 116 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
1,175 - 1,544 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
267 - 309 L
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Length
-
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,765 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
2,900 - 3,620 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
449 - 787 kg
Payload
376 - 445 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
100 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.7 - 13.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
240 - 270 Nm
Torque
205 - 260 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Vauxhall
Is the Mercedes Citan Transporter offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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