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Mercedes Citan Transporter vs Porsche Cayenne - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (131 HP vs 1156 HP), boot space and price (21700 £ vs 87000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan Transporter or Porsche Cayenne?

Mercedes Citan Transporter

Porsche Cayenne

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

Cayenne

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mercedes Citan Transporter has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21700 £ , while the Porsche Cayenne costs 87000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 65259 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Porsche Cayenne manages with 4 L and is therefore noticeable more efficient than the Mercedes Citan Transporter with 5.10 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 minimal more efficient than the Porsche Cayenne with 19.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1 kWh.

As for electric range, the Porsche Cayenne performs decisively better – achieving up to 642 km, about 352 km more than the Mercedes Citan Transporter.

Cayenne

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 Porsche Cayenne has a convincingly edge – offering 1156 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 1025 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Cayenne is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 2.50 s, while the Mercedes Citan Transporter takes 11.70 s. That’s about 9.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche Cayenne performs evident better – reaching 305 km/h, while the Mercedes Citan Transporter tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 122 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche Cayenne pulls clearly stronger with 1500 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 1230 Nm difference.

Cayenne

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 lighter – 1381 kg compared to 2130 kg. The difference is around 749 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Citan Transporter performs decisively better – up to 3620 L, which is about 1912 L more than the Porsche Cayenne.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes Citan Transporter somewhat takes the win – 787 kg compared to 705 kg. That’s a difference of about 82 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Porsche Cayenne 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.

Mercedes Citan Transporter
Porsche Cayenne

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Cayenne

Porsche Cayenne

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 353 - 1156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4 - 12.2 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.7 - 20.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 74 - 642 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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Porsche Cayenne

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Few SUVs blend athletic poise and Teutonic precision like the Porsche Cayenne, putting genuine sports‑car feeling into a roomy, everyday package. If you want a practical family hauler that still makes you grin every time you merge, the Cayenne delivers — turning errands into an excuse for a spirited drive.

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Mercedes Citan Transporter
Porsche Cayenne

Costs and Consumption

Price
21700 - 33300 £
Price
87000 - 186400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L
Consumption L/100km
4 - 12.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 21.1 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
19.7 - 20.6 kWh
Electric Range
262 - 290 km
Electric Range
74 - 642 km
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
21.80 kWh
co2
0 - 156 g/km
co2
0 - 277 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
70 - 90 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1381 - 1939 kg
Curb weight
2130 - 2720 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
434 - 781 L
Length
4498 - 4922 mm
Length
4930 mm
Width
1859 mm
Width
1980 - 1989 mm
Height
1819 - 1830 mm
Height
1652 - 1698 mm
Max trunk capacity
2900 - 3620 L
Max trunk capacity
1344 - 1708 L
Payload
449 - 787 kg
Payload
365 - 705 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
353 - 1156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.7 - 13.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.5 - 6 s
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
248 - 305 km/h
Torque
240 - 270 Nm
Torque
500 - 1500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
260 - 850 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1461 cm3
Engine capacity
2995 - 3996 cm3

General

Model Year
2021 - 2024
Model Year
2025 - 2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, C, A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Porsche
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.