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Mercedes Citan Transporter vs SERES 3 comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 163 HP), boot space and price (21,700 £ vs 32,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan Transporter or SERES 3?

Mercedes Citan Transporter vs SERES 3: Key differences

Mercedes Citan Transporter

  • considerably cheaper
  • markedly lighter
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SERES 3

  • a bit more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • very slightly more electric range
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Citan Transporter

Costs and Efficiency:

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 considerably cheaper – starting at 21,700 £ , while the SERES 3 costs 32,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,173 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the SERES 3 is marginally more efficient: consuming 18 kWh/100km compared to 18.7 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Citan Transporter. That’s a difference of about 0.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the SERES 3 offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 301 km, about 11 km more than the Mercedes Citan Transporter.

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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 SERES 3 offers a bit more power – delivering 163 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 32 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the SERES 3 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 9.9 s, while the Mercedes Citan Transporter takes 11.7 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SERES 3 delivers barely more torque with 300 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Mercedes Citan Transporter is markedly lighter – 1,381 kg compared to 1,765 kg. The difference is around 384 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan Transporter carries significantly more – 787 kg compared to 300 kg. That’s a difference of about 487 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Citan Transporter holds a decisive 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 Manual, 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 SERES 3 arrives as a zippy, well-equipped compact electric that puts everyday usability ahead of headline-grabbing theatrics. It’s an honest, budget-friendly choice for city commuters who want a bit of style and low running costs without a showroom ego.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
21,700 - 33,300 £
Price
32,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 21.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18 kWh/100km
Electric Range
262 - 290 km
Electric Range
301 km
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 156 g/km
co2
0 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
-
Curb weight
1,381 - 1,939 kg
Curb weight
1,765 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Length
-
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
2,900 - 3,620 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
449 - 787 kg
Payload
300 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
163 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.7 - 13.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 s
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
240 - 270 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
120 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2020
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
SERES
Is the Mercedes Citan Transporter offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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