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Mercedes Citan Transporter vs Skoda Epiq comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 211 HP), boot space and price (21,700 £ vs 22,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan Transporter or Skoda Epiq?

Mercedes Citan Transporter vs Skoda Epiq: Key differences

Mercedes Citan Transporter

  • only slightly cheaper
  • moderately lighter
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Skoda Epiq

  • visibly more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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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 only slightly cheaper – starting at 21,700 £ , while the Skoda Epiq costs 22,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 459 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Skoda Epiq is visibly more efficient: consuming 13.7 kWh/100km compared to 18.7 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Citan Transporter. That’s a difference of about 5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Skoda Epiq offers clearly more range – reaching up to 440 km, about 150 km more than the Mercedes Citan Transporter.

Epiq

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 Skoda Epiq offers visibly more power – delivering 211 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 80 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Epiq is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 7.1 s, while the Mercedes Citan Transporter takes 11.7 s. That’s about 4.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Epiq delivers marginally more torque with 290 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 20 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, Mercedes Citan Transporter is moderately lighter – 1,381 kg compared to 1,625 kg. The difference is around 244 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan Transporter carries significantly more – 787 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 332 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Epiq 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 £22,200
Epiq

Skoda Epiq

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 116 - 211 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.7 - 13.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 310 - 440 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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Skoda Epiq

The Skoda Epiq is a sensible, well-packaged compact SUV that delivers a roomy cabin, practical storage and an easygoing driving character suited to everyday life. It prioritizes comfort and value with smart, user-friendly features rather than flashy performance.

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Mercedes Citan Transporter
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Costs and Consumption
Price
21,700 - 33,300 £
Price
22,200 - 30,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 21.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.7 - 13.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
262 - 290 km
Electric Range
310 - 440 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
-

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
1,625 - 1,642 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
475 L
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Length
-
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,798 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
2,900 - 3,620 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
449 - 787 kg
Payload
438 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, 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
116 - 211 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.7 - 13.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 s
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
240 - 270 Nm
Torque
267 - 290 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
85 - 155 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Skoda
Is the Mercedes Citan Transporter offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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