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Mercedes Citan Transporter vs Peugeot Expert Transporter comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (21700 £ vs 32100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan Transporter or Peugeot Expert Transporter?

Mercedes Citan Transporter vs Peugeot Expert Transporter: Key differences

Mercedes Citan Transporter

  • significantly cheaper
  • evident more efficient
  • clearly perceptible more efficient
  • clearly perceptible lighter

Peugeot Expert Transporter

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  • clearly perceptible more power
  • a bit more electric range
  • somewhat quicker from 0–100 km/h

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

Citan Transporter

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes Citan Transporter has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21700 £ , while the Peugeot Expert Transporter costs 32100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10389 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes Citan Transporter manages with 5.10 L and is therefore evident more efficient than the Peugeot Expert Transporter with 6.20 L. The difference is about 1.10 L per 100 km.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Mercedes Citan Transporter: with 18.70 kWh per 100 km, it’s clearly perceptible more efficient than the Peugeot Expert Transporter with 23.60 kWh. That’s a difference of about 4.90 kWh.

As for electric range, the Peugeot Expert Transporter performs a bit better – achieving up to 352 km, about 62 km more than the Mercedes Citan Transporter.

Expert Transporter

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 Peugeot Expert Transporter has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 180 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 49 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot Expert Transporter is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 10.50 s, while the Mercedes Citan Transporter takes 11.70 s. That’s about 1.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Peugeot Expert Transporter performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 185 km/h, while the Mercedes Citan Transporter tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 2 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Peugeot Expert Transporter pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 400 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm difference.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Mercedes Citan Transporter is clearly perceptible lighter – 1381 kg compared to 1722 kg. The difference is around 341 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot Expert Transporter performs clearly better – up to 6600 L, which is about 2980 L more than the Mercedes Citan Transporter.

When it comes to payload, Peugeot Expert Transporter clearly perceptible takes the win – 1226 kg compared to 787 kg. That’s a difference of about 439 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot Expert Transporter is clearly superior 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.

Mercedes Citan Transporter
Peugeot Expert Transporter

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Expert Transporter

Peugeot Expert Transporter

  • Engine Type : Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 120 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6.2 - 6.5 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 23.6 - 24 kWh
  • Electric Range : 221 - 352 km

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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Peugeot Expert Transporter

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The Peugeot Expert is a practical, no-nonsense work van that combines a car‑like driving feel with a tough, flexible load area — perfect for tradespeople who want comfort on the road and durability on the job. It won’t turn heads for glamour, but its sensible packaging, clever storage and dependable nature make it a smart, low-drama choice for buyers who need a proper transporter.

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Mercedes Citan Transporter
Peugeot Expert Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
21700 - 33300 £
Price
32100 - 51300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L
Consumption L/100km
6.2 - 6.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 21.1 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
23.6 - 24 kWh
Electric Range
262 - 290 km
Electric Range
221 - 352 km
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 156 g/km
co2
0 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
69 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
3 - 5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1381 - 1939 kg
Curb weight
1722 - 2260 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4498 - 4922 mm
Length
4980 - 5330 mm
Width
1859 mm
Width
1920 mm
Height
1819 - 1830 mm
Height
1895 - 1935 mm
Max trunk capacity
2900 - 3620 L
Max trunk capacity
3200 - 6600 L
Payload
449 - 787 kg
Payload
840 - 1226 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
120 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.7 - 13.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 11.2 s
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
130 - 185 km/h
Torque
240 - 270 Nm
Torque
260 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
88 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1461 cm3
Engine capacity
1499 - 2184 cm3

General

Model Year
2021 - 2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, F
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Peugeot
Is the Mercedes Citan Transporter offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.