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Mercedes Citan Transporter vs SsangYong Tivoli comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 163 HP), boot space and price (21,700 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan Transporter or SsangYong Tivoli?

Mercedes Citan Transporter vs SsangYong Tivoli: Key differences

Mercedes Citan Transporter

  • noticeably more efficient
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SsangYong Tivoli

  • only slightly cheaper
  • a bit more power
  • marginally lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Citan Transporter

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

SsangYong Tivoli is only slightly cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Mercedes Citan Transporter costs 21,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 321 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes Citan Transporter uses 5.1 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the SsangYong Tivoli with 7 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 L/100km.

Tivoli

Engine and Performance:

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

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes Citan Transporter is barely faster – reaching 183 km/h, while the SsangYong Tivoli tops out at 181 km/h. The difference is around 2 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SsangYong Tivoli delivers marginally more torque with 280 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 10 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, SsangYong Tivoli is marginally lighter – 1,375 kg compared to 1,381 kg. The difference is around 6 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Citan Transporter offers significantly more capacity – up to 3,620 L, about 2,180 L more than the SsangYong Tivoli.

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

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Citan Transporter stands well ahead of its rival 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
Mercedes Citan Transporter
SsangYong Tivoli

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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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SsangYong Tivoli

The SsangYong Tivoli is an unpretentious small crossover that surprises with a roomy, well-finished cabin and an agreeable ride that suits everyday life. It won't win any beauty contests, but it's a smart, economical choice for buyers who value practicality, comfort and a bit of cheeky character.

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Mercedes Citan Transporter
SsangYong Tivoli

Costs and Consumption

Price
21,700 - 33,300 £
Price
21,400 - 30,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7 - 8.3 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
-
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 156 g/km
co2
161 - 191 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,381 - 1,939 kg
Curb weight
1,375 - 1,492 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
395 - 720 L
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Length
4,225 - 4,480 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,810 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
Height
1,613 - 1,646 mm
Max trunk capacity
2,900 - 3,620 L
Max trunk capacity
1,115 - 1,440 L
Payload
449 - 787 kg
Payload
425 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
163 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.7 - 13.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
175 - 181 km/h
Torque
240 - 270 Nm
Torque
260 - 280 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
120 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
SsangYong
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