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Mercedes Citan Transporter vs Toyota C-HR+ comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 343 HP), boot space and price (21,700 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan Transporter or Toyota C-HR+?

Mercedes Citan Transporter vs Toyota C-HR+: Key differences

Mercedes Citan Transporter

  • significantly cheaper
  • markedly lighter
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Toyota C-HR+

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  • clearly more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • significantly more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

Mercedes Citan Transporter is significantly cheaper – starting at 21,700 £ , while the Toyota C-HR+ costs 36,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,250 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Toyota C-HR+ is visibly more efficient: consuming 13.4 kWh/100km compared to 18.7 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Citan Transporter. That’s a difference of about 5.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Toyota C-HR+ offers significantly more range – reaching up to 607 km, about 317 km more than the Mercedes Citan Transporter.

C-HR+

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 Toyota C-HR+ offers clearly more power – delivering 343 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 212 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota C-HR+ is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.2 s, while the Mercedes Citan Transporter takes 11.7 s. That’s about 6.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Toyota C-HR+ delivers visibly more torque with 338 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 68 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 markedly lighter – 1,381 kg compared to 1,810 kg. The difference is around 429 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan Transporter carries slightly more – 787 kg compared to 655 kg. That’s a difference of about 132 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota C-HR+ 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 £36,000
C-HR+

Toyota C-HR+

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 167 - 343 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.4 - 15.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 458 - 607 km
Mercedes Citan Transporter
Toyota C-HR+

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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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Toyota C-HR+

The Toyota C‑HR is a distinctive crossover that pairs bold, coupe‑like styling with a comfortable, composed ride suited to daily city and suburban driving. It appeals to buyers who value standout design, practical cabin packaging and a refined, easy‑to‑use experience rather than outright performance or rugged off‑road ability.

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Mercedes Citan Transporter
Toyota C-HR+

Costs and Consumption

Price
21,700 - 33,300 £
Price
36,000 - 46,300 £
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
13.4 - 15.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
262 - 290 km
Electric Range
458 - 607 km
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
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
1,810 - 2,010 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
416 L
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Length
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Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,870 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
2,900 - 3,620 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
449 - 787 kg
Payload
550 - 655 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, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
167 - 343 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.7 - 13.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.4 s
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
240 - 270 Nm
Torque
268 - 338 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
123 - 252 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
Toyota
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