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Mercedes Citan Transporter vs Renault Captur comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (21,700 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan Transporter or Renault Captur?

Mercedes Citan Transporter vs Renault Captur: Key differences

Mercedes Citan Transporter

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Renault Captur

4.8 (7 Reviews)
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  • only slightly cheaper
  • moderately more power
  • somewhat more efficient
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

Renault Captur is only slightly cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Mercedes Citan Transporter costs 21,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 356 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Captur uses 4.4 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the Mercedes Citan Transporter with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 L/100km.

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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 Renault Captur offers moderately more power – delivering 158 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Captur is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.9 s, while the Mercedes Citan Transporter takes 11.7 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Citan Transporter delivers barely more torque with 270 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 5 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Captur is marginally lighter – 1,323 kg compared to 1,381 kg. The difference is around 58 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan Transporter carries significantly more – 787 kg compared to 453 kg. That’s a difference of about 334 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Citan Transporter shows a few small advantages 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 £21,700
Citan Transporter

Mercedes Citan Transporter

  • Engine Type Diesel, Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 95 - 131 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.7 - 21.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 262 - 290 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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The Renault Captur is a stylish and practical compact crossover that combines a high seating position and easy manoeuvrability with a comfortable, well‑equipped cabin. Its flexible interior layout and modern infotainment make it a sensible, polished choice for city drivers and small families.

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Reviews Renault Captur

4.8 (7 Reviews)
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Lüsi
15 May 2026, 16:11:37

More affordable, high-level infotainment and better quality — good value for money.

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Pet
4 Feb 2026, 11:01:12

The car was a very pleasant surprise. Very comfortable and enjoyable. The 1.3 TCe 158 hp engine is brilliant.

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Waldemar
1 Feb 2026, 13:55:20

A 2025 mild‑hybrid, 160 hp.
Really nice little car. Mostly doing 200 km trips. Driving isn’t tiring. I trusted the driver‑assistance systems and… I wasn’t disappointed. The adaptive cruise control is brilliant, though I’d trust it about 90%. Overtaking punch is a plus. I recommend it with a clear conscience. Ah, just those 18" wheels 🤦. Obviously fuel consumption is higher because it’s an automatic.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
21,700 - 33,300 £
Price
21,400 - 28,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 21.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
262 - 290 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 156 g/km
co2
100 - 137 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
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
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Curb weight
1,381 - 1,939 kg
Curb weight
1,323 - 1,441 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
326 - 422 L
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Length
-
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,797 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
2,900 - 3,620 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
449 - 787 kg
Payload
447 - 453 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.7 - 13.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
240 - 270 Nm
Torque
160 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,789 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Renault
Is the Mercedes Citan Transporter offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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