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Mercedes Citan Transporter vs Renault Master Bus comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (21,700 £ vs 36,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan Transporter or Renault Master Bus?

Mercedes Citan Transporter vs Renault Master Bus: Key differences

Mercedes Citan Transporter

  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • considerably lighter
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Renault Master Bus

  • clearly more power
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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 clearly cheaper – starting at 21,700 £ , while the Renault Master Bus costs 36,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,846 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes Citan Transporter uses 5.1 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Renault Master Bus with 8.7 L/100km. The difference is about 3.6 L/100km.

Master Bus

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 Master Bus offers clearly more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 49 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes Citan Transporter is marginally faster – reaching 183 km/h, while the Renault Master Bus tops out at 165 km/h. The difference is around 18 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault Master Bus delivers visibly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Renault Master Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Citan Transporter is considerably lighter – 1,381 kg compared to 2,189 kg. The difference is around 808 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the Renault Master Bus offers clearly more capacity – up to 4,840 L, about 1,220 L more than the Mercedes Citan Transporter.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Master Bus carries markedly more – 1,254 kg compared to 787 kg. That’s a difference of about 467 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Citan Transporter holds a narrow overall lead 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 Master Bus is a no-nonsense people carrier that trades flash for practicality, offering generous space for passengers and luggage with a sensible, robust feel. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want comfort and reliability over glamour — think dependable transport with a dash of French charm and a wry smile.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
21,700 - 33,300 £
Price
36,600 - 43,200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 10.7 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
227 - 280 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
105 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Bus
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
6 - 9
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,381 - 1,939 kg
Curb weight
2,189 - 2,361 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Length
5,075 - 5,575 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Width
2,070 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
Height
2,290 - 2,486 mm
Max trunk capacity
2,900 - 3,620 L
Max trunk capacity
2,840 - 4,840 L
Payload
449 - 787 kg
Payload
939 - 1,254 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
135 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.7 - 13.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
150 - 165 km/h
Torque
240 - 270 Nm
Torque
360 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
99 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
2,299 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Renault
Is the Mercedes Citan Transporter offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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