Compare performance (131 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (21,700 £ vs 34,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan Transporter or Renault Scénic?
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.
Mercedes Citan Transporter is substantially cheaper – starting at 21,700 £ , while the Renault Scénic costs 34,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,887 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Renault Scénic is moderately more efficient: consuming 16.6 kWh/100km compared to 18.7 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Citan Transporter. That’s a difference of about 2.1 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Renault Scénic offers significantly more range – reaching up to 598 km, about 308 km more than the Mercedes Citan Transporter.
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 Renault Scénic offers markedly more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 87 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Scénic 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.
Looking at top speed, the Mercedes Citan Transporter is very slightly faster – reaching 183 km/h, while the Renault Scénic tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 13 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault Scénic delivers barely more torque with 300 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.
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, Mercedes Citan Transporter is noticeably lighter – 1,381 kg compared to 1,822 kg. The difference is around 441 kg.
For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Citan Transporter offers substantially more capacity – up to 3,620 L, about 1,950 L more than the Renault Scénic.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan Transporter carries visibly more – 787 kg compared to 518 kg. That’s a difference of about 269 kg.
The Renault Scénic is narrowly 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.
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 Scenic is a practical and comfortable family car that prioritises interior flexibility and everyday usability. With a composed ride and clever storage solutions, it suits buyers who want a versatile, easy-to-live-with vehicle for family duties and daily driving.
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Price
21,700 - 33,300 £
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Price
34,600 - 44,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 21.1 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.5 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
262 - 290 km
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Electric Range
420 - 598 km
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Battery Capacity
45 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 156 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
2 - 5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4 - 5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,381 - 1,939 kg
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Curb weight
1,822 - 1,927 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
545 L
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Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
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Length
4,470 mm
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Width
1,859 mm
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Width
1,864 mm
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Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
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Height
1,571 mm
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Max trunk capacity
2,900 - 3,620 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,670 L
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Payload
449 - 787 kg
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Payload
514 - 518 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Manual, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
95 - 131 HP
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Power HP
170 - 218 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.7 - 13.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 8.6 s
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Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
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Max Speed
150 - 170 km/h
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Torque
240 - 270 Nm
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Torque
280 - 300 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
70 - 96 kW
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Power kW
125 - 160 kW
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Renault
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