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Mercedes Citan Transporter vs Skoda Octavia Combi comparison
Compare performance (131 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (21,700 £ vs 25,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan Transporter or Skoda Octavia Combi?
Mercedes Citan Transporter vs Skoda Octavia Combi: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Citan Transporter
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mercedes Citan Transporter is slightly cheaper – starting at 21,700 £ , while the Skoda Octavia Combi costs 25,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,836 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Octavia Combi 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.
Octavia Combi
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 Octavia Combi offers clearly more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 73 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Octavia Combi is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.7 s, while the Mercedes Citan Transporter takes 11.7 s. That’s about 5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Octavia Combi delivers markedly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 90 Nm more.
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Skoda Octavia Combi is marginally lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 1,381 kg. The difference is around 15 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan Transporter carries markedly more – 787 kg compared to 534 kg. That’s a difference of about 253 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Skoda Octavia Combi is decisively 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.
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Skoda Octavia Combi
Mercedes Citan Transporter
Skoda Octavia Combi
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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 Octavia Combi
The Skoda Octavia Combi is a practical, well‑packaged estate that delivers generous and flexible interior space ideal for families or active owners. Its sensible cabin layout, comfortable ride and solid reputation for reliability make it a pragmatic choice for buyers who value utility over flash.
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Mercedes Citan Transporter
Skoda Octavia Combi
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
21,700 - 33,300 £
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Price
25,600 - 39,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.9 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 21.1 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
262 - 290 km
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Electric Range
-
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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
113 - 157 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
Estate
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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
-
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Curb weight
1,381 - 1,939 kg
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Curb weight
1,366 - 1,553 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
640 L
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Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,859 mm
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Width
1,829 mm
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Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
2,900 - 3,620 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
449 - 787 kg
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Payload
502 - 534 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Transmission
Manual, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manual
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
95 - 131 HP
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Power HP
116 - 204 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.7 - 13.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.7 - 10.7 s
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Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
240 - 270 Nm
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Torque
220 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
70 - 96 kW
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Power kW
85 - 150 kW
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
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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
E, F, D, C
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Skoda
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